Save the date!
Bowmanville STreet Sale
Saturday, June 6, 2026
9 AM - 4 PM
RAIN DATE: Sunday, June 7
fOR SELLERS
1. Register
In order to sell your items, be included on our interactive street map, and be covered by our seller’s permit you must:
- live within the boundaries of Bowmanville
- register to sell with the BCO here
2. Pay
Once you register, you will receive an invoice from the BCO Treasurer within a week.
How much does it cost?
- Standard BCO Membership + single unit: $10
- With Honey Membership + single unit: no cost
- With Honey Membership + multi-unit: $20
- Non-BCO Members* + single unit: $15
- Multi-Unit Buildings + standard/non-member: $30
*Become a member for $20 to get the member discount!
3. Prepare
All sellers will receive a yard sign in the weeks leading up to the sale. You must pay the invoice in order to receive a sign.
We will send a link to an interactive sale map closer to the date of the sale with information about what people can expect.
In the meantime, it’s important to prepare your stuff to sell! Make sure you find the right labels and price everything!
Most importantly, don’t forget to tell your family, friends, and co-workers about the sale!
FOR BUYERS
1. Prepare
Gather your favorite people and head to Bowmanville for our highly anticipated annual street sale! With over 100 homes participating each year, there is something for everyone! The sale takes place within the boundaries of Bowmanville (from Foster to Bowmanville Ave. and Ravenswood to Western Ave.).
2. Parking
If you decide to drive in give yourself enough time to park, as spaces will fill up quickly. Parking is free throughout the entire neighborhood. Watch out for other buyers walking about!
3. Payment
In additional to cash, some sellers may take Venmo, CashApp, Paypal, or Zelle - make sure you’re prepared!
Street Sale Buyer Checklist
Tell everyone you know about the sale
Decide how you’ll get there
Bring cash (also get Venmo, CashApp, Paypal, Zelle)
Bring a wagon, cart, or something else to carry your purchases
Bring sunscreen and a water bottle!
FAQs
Do i have to pay for a permit?
The city of Chicago requires individual permits for all yard/garage sales. The BCO covers the permits for all Street Sale registrants, and you must be a registered event participant with the BCO.
what if the weather is bad?
We will make a weather call the night before the sale. The rainout day is always the day after the initial sale date.
i’m a seller - where is my sign?
All registered sellers will receive a sign within two weeks of the sale date. You must pay the invoice to receive a sign. For questions about your sign please email bco+streetsale@bcochicago.org.
what types of things do people sell?
You can literally find anything and everything at the BCO Street Sale! Some sell full sets of furniture, sporting equipment, and tools. Others sell clothing, shoes, and jewelry. Some neighbors even sell hot dogs, beverages, baked goods, and other food items! Shoppers get hungry!
I can no longer participate as a seller - what should i do?
The registration fee is non-refundable. Please email bco+streetsale@bcochicago.org and let us know so we can remove your home from our map.