It’s never too early to start planning your next adventure in Metro Detroit. Whether you’re always on the lookout for family fun or you’re simply seeking something unique to add to your calendar for the upcoming months, we’ve got you covered. There’s one epic garage sale in Metro Detroit that deserves a spot on your itinerary, so set aside time to hunt for treasures while making awesome memories.
The US 12 Heritage Garage Sale takes place annually along – you guessed it – US Highway 12. The sale is always slated for the second weekend in August (Friday through Sunday), and this year is no exception.
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If you love the thrill of the garage sale hunt, you’ll have a blast along this trail. This is anything but an ordinary weekend of sales: in fact, the US 12 Heritage Garage Sale extends for over 200 miles.
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Yes, you read that correctly: this amazing string of sales follows the route of the US 12 Heritage Trail and extends for upwards of 200 miles, beginning near New Buffalo and ending smack dab in the Motor City.
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No matter what you’re searching for (or even if you’re not searching for anything in particular), you’ll undoubtedly find something to appreciate as you visit various homes and driveways along the route.
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Meander down the highway with a car full of loved ones or head out alone. For many Metro Detroiters and other Michiganders, the US 12 Heritage Garage Sale weekend has become something of a yearly tradition.
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If the sales weren’t enough, you’ll also enjoy loads of charm and natural beauty along the drive. US 12 itself winds through charming communities like Coldwater, Ypsilanti, Allen, and countless others.
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Stop for a bit of sightseeing in the Irish Hills region or dive into history in White Pigeon, Michigan’s oldest village. Between the shopping and the sightseeing, this is one weekend adventure you’ll never forget.
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Life can certainly be busy here in Detroit, but there’s plenty of simplicity and fun waiting for you along the US 12 Heritage Garage Sale route. It’s time to start counting down the days until this incredible event.
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To keep up-to-date on this year’s sale, check out the US 12 Heritage Garage Sale website. Have you and your loved ones done some serious shopping while checking out this epic garage sale in Metro Detroit during previous years? Did you stick close to home or follow the entire route along Highway US 12? We would love to hear about your favorite finds, so share your thoughts with us in the Facebook comments. Or, if you’d like to recommend another family-friendly outing in Detroit, be sure to complete our official nomination form.
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Looking for another way to make memories? Check out our list of the best long weekend destinations around Detroit.
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