What’s New To You in Harrisonburg

In Harrisonburg, everything old is new again. Harrisonburg thrift boutiques are experiencing a recent surge in demand. Whether your interest is the environment, supporting a good cause or getting a great deal your needs will be met at one of 16 local thrift stores.  From the regional chain Plato’s Closet to the local Dart Resale and Trade and Style Encore, designer thrift is a hot trend. On any given day you might browse through a rack of Lululemon, collegiate sportswear and leave with a Kate Spade purse all for a fraction of their original cost.

Pro tip: Watch their social media accounts for style drops on in-demand items.

The mantra “reduce, reuse, recycle” is taken very seriously in Harrisonburg and you can find gently used home décor and furnishings perfect for any dorm, first apartment or accent piece. Due to Harrisonburg’s diverse population where over 50 languages are spoken in the local high school you can often find thrift from around the world. It is not uncommon to find embroidered traditional clothing, hand woven tapestries or dishes from across the globe.

If you want to support a good cause, shop Goodwill, Mercy House or Gift & Thrift where your proceeds go to support those in need. These organizations resell items donated to them at a low cost, which reduces waste and offers an affordable alternative. Don’t be surprised if amidst the rows of items, you discover some genuine antiques.

Harrisonburg even has an art supply thrift store, Valley Creative Reuse, where people donate their unused or partially used art supplies. Browse surplus paints, paper, beads, yarn and so much more all available at greatly discounted prices. Of course, used books can be found at many locations but specifically at Booksavers which is adjacent to Gift & Thrift.

Harrisonburg is known as the outdoor recreation capital of the Shenandoah Valley and with that comes a lot of outdoor gear. While many shops sell a small number of items there are places which specialize in recreational used items including Redemption Athletics where local sports equipment can be found at discounted prices. While they specialize in youth athletic needs, they have a wide variety of items for all ages and activities. Anglers won’t want to miss their Tackle Tower full of fishing lures. This summer the opening of Outside Gear Exchange is eagerly anticipated in Downtown Harrisonburg, offering a wide variety of gently used items to outfit your active outdoorsy lifestyle.

Pro tip: If you want to hit all the stores in one afternoon visit Wednesday through Saturday.

List of Harrisonburg’s Shops

Beauty from Ashes
438 N. Mason St.
540-607-0036
Wed.-Fri. 10:30 am-4:30 pm
Sat. 10 am-3 pm

Booksavers of Virginia
731 Mt. Clinton Pike
540-432-3366
Mon.-Sat. 11 am-5 pm
Sun. Closed

Dart Resale and Trade
205 S Liberty Ste. E (Downtown)
540-416-1781
Mon. Closed
Tues.-Sat. 11 am-6 pm
Sun. 11 am-4 pm

Gift & Thrift
731 Mt. Clinton Pike (off Rt. 42 N)
540-433-8844
Mon.-Sat. 11 am-5 pm
Sun. Closed

Goodwill Industries Thrift Shop
2475 South Main (Rt. 11 South)
540-434-6050
Mon.-Sat. 10 am-7 pm
Sun. 12 pm-6 pm

Goodwill Industries Thrift Shop
2025 E. Market Street (Rt. 33 E)
540-432-9600
Mon.-Sat. 10 am-7 pm
Sun. 12 pm-6 pm

Goodwill Industries Outlet Store
3145 E. Kaylor Park Dr.
540-685-1799
Mon.-Sat. 10 am-7 pm
Sun. 12 pm-6 pm

Mercy House Thrift Store
1005 South High Street (Rt. 42 S)
540-433-3272
Mon.-Fri. 9 am-5:30 pm
Sat. 8 am-5 pm
Sun. 12 pm-5 pm

Habitat for Humanity ReStore
2261 S. Main St.
540-490-0300
Wed.-Sat. 9 am- 5 pm

Heartworn Vintage
165 S. Main Street (inside Agora Market)
540-705-1047
Tues.-Sat. 10 am-6 pm
Sun. 10 am-4 pm

The Lo|cal Market
61 Court Square
Tues. -Sat. 10 am-6 pm
Sun. 11 am-4 pm

Tried and True Thrift Shop
600 University Boulevard
540-442-7250
Mon.-Sat. 11 am-4 pm
Sun. Closed

Plato’s Closet
1790 E Market St Suite 42
540-432-8648
Mon.-Sat. 10 am-9 pm
Sun. 12 pm-6 pm

Redemption Athletics
2355 S. Main St.
540-300-2701
Tues. -Sat. 10 am-7 pm
Sun. 12 pm-6 pm

Style Encore
1790 E. Market St Suite 144 &152
540-217-2412
Mon.-Sat. 10 am-8 pm
Sun. 11 am-6 pm

Valley Creative Reuse
1157 S. High St.
540-422-2167
Wed.-Sat. 10 am-5 pm