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Thrifting Through Peoria

Your Families Guide to Peoria's Top Bargain Spots

By Julia Briggs, Macaroni KID Peoria August 17, 2024

Looking for budget-friendly ways to refresh your family's wardrobe or declutter your home? Peoria, Illinois, is home to a variety of thrift shops and consignment stores that cater to local families. These shops offer an affordable way to find quality clothing, accessories, and more, all while supporting the community. Whether you're looking to sell gently used items or discover great deals, Peoria's thrift and consignment stores are the perfect places to start. Dive into our guide and learn how these local gems can help your family save money and find hidden treasures.

Consignment shops are stores where families can buy and sell gently used items like children's clothing, books, toys, and more. These shops offer a budget-friendly way to keep up with growing kids' needs, allowing parents to find quality items at reduced prices while also earning money from items their children have outgrown. It's a smart and sustainable option for families looking to save money and reduce waste.


Upcoming Consignment Sales

Kelly Kids Consignment Sale

When: September 25-28, 2024
Where: **TENTATIVE LOCATION** The old TUESDAY MORNING 1401 W Glen Ave. Peoria, IL  61614
More Info

  •  1/2 price sale on select items on Saturday, September 28th, 9 am - 3 pm

Trading Hands Kids Sale

When: October 3-5, 2024 - Thur. and Fri. 9 am - 7 pm, Sat. 9 am - 1 pm
Where: EXPOSITION GARDENS - 1601 W Northmoor Rd, Peoria IL 61614
More Info

  •  1/2 price sale on select items on Saturday, October 5, 9 am - 1 pm
  • VIP presale Wed., Oct. 2nd, 2:30 pm - 8 pm - each adult attending can purchase a $9 VIP Presale Pass!
  • Presale registration opens Wednesday, Sept 18, at 8 pm.
  •  New + Expecting Parents, Grandparents + Foster Parent Presale - Wed. OCT 2, 4 pm - 8 pm - FREE TIX - Registration required
  • HEROES Presale FREE TIX for Military (Active, Retired, Vets, Reserves), First Responders, all Medical workers, Teachers (prek-12, private, homeschool), Wed.  OCT 2, 5:30 pm - 8 pm - Registration required
  • SUPER SHOPPER PRESALE Wed. OCT 2, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm - EACH ADULT attending can grab a FREE TICKET.
  • Spouse + kids welcome to shop with you!
  • Presale ticket also includes entry to 1/2 Price Presale on Fri. Oct 4. (Times for presale dependent on ticket type.) 



Local Consignment Shops

The Baby Shoppe 

1800 Knoxville Ave., Peoria, IL 

Your one stop shop for new and used baby and kid clothes. Introducing "Baby Bucks". Baby Bucks are loyalty rewards that can be used on all purchases in-store or online.1 Baby Buck = $1 USD.
Ways to Earn Baby Bucks:
1. Bring clothing, toys, accessories, shoes, and equipment into our store, and get paid in cash or Baby Bucks!
2. Earn 1 Baby Buck For Every $10 Spent In-Store!
3. Follow on Facebook and keep an eye out for giveaways, contests, and special events!


Clothes Mentor

2601 W Lake St, Peoria, IL

At the clothes mentor you can shop women's name-brand fashion for less. Plus when you bring in your gently used clothes you can get cash on the spot! 


Fashionably Late Consignment 

Junction City - 5832 N Knoxville Ave, Ste I Peoria, IL

A resale boutique that offers women's and children's clothing, shoes and accessories.


Plato's Closet

1405 W Glen, Peoria, IL

Your teens will find all the trendy fashion for less at Plato's Closet! 


Replay Tots to Teens Consignment

121 E Lake Ave c, Peoria, IL 

The consignment shop features children's clothing, books, sporting goods, and even a selection of items priced at just $1.


Thrift stores offer families an affordable way to shop for a wide range of items, from children's clothing and toys to household goods and furniture. For families with kids, these stores provide a budget-friendly solution to constantly changing needs, allowing them to find quality, gently used items at a fraction of the cost of buying new. Shopping at thrift stores also supports sustainability by giving pre-loved items a second life. Many thrift stores are run by charities or non-profit organizations, which means that your purchases can also support a good cause. 

Local Thrift Stores

Goodwill - 2 locations: 

  • 1409 W. Pioneer Parkway, Peoria, IL
  • 3905 N. University, Peoria, IL 

Benefitting Youth and Veterans.


Forever Home Resale

3809 N. Sterling Ave., Peoria, IL 

All profits go to support the Pets for Seniors program. 


Habitat for Humanity Restore

804 West Main Street, Peoria, IL 

Habitat for Humanity works to show God's love by building adequate and durable homes with those in need of shelter.


Helping Hands Resale Shoppe

921 E. War Memorial Drive Peoria Heights, IL

Helping Hands partners with local organizations to receive a portion of the proceeds. 


South Side Mission

603 E War Memorial Dr., Peoria, IL

"The South Side Mission’s aim is not only to alleviate the powerful physical poverty of those on the south end but a determination to offer life-transforming change through the spiritual hope of Jesus Christ."


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