The Yukon may be Canada’s most sparsely populated territory, but its close-knit communities and strong local culture make yard sales a popular summer tradition. Whitehorse, the territorial capital, is the centre of the Yukon’s second-hand market, with regular weekend garage sales during the short but active summer season. Thrifty Yard’s interactive map covers Whitehorse, Dawson City, and other Yukon communities.
Whitehorse, home to most of the Yukon’s population, is the centre of the territory’s yard sale scene. Residential areas like Riverdale, Porter Creek, and Copper Ridge host regular weekend garage sales from June through August. The city’s transient population — including seasonal workers and federal employees — means there’s a steady supply of quality second-hand goods. Community sales organized by local groups are common during the summer, and the Yukon’s strong outdoor culture means you’ll often find camping gear, outdoor equipment, and northern apparel at local sales.
Dawson City, the historic gold rush town, has a small but active yard sale scene during the summer tourist season. The town’s seasonal population and arts community mean you’ll find unique items, vintage goods, and local crafts at weekend sales. Rural Yukon communities, including Haines Junction, Teslin, and Watson Lake, occasionally host community sales and flea markets during the summer months, often tied to local festivals and events.
The Yukon’s short summer means yard sale season is concentrated from June through August, with peak activity in July. The long daylight hours of the northern summer mean sales can start early and run late, and the midnight sun in Dawson City means garage sales can extend into the evening. Despite the short season, the Yukon’s strong community culture means weekend sales are well-attended and quality goods are common.
Whether you’re in Whitehorse, Dawson City, or a smaller Yukon community, Thrifty Yard makes it easy to find and post yard sales. Your first listing is free, and each additional listing is $10 CAD. Use the interactive map to browse sales in your area, and the Route Planner to map out a morning of treasure hunting around Whitehorse.
Whitehorse has the most active yard sale scene in the Yukon. Dawson City also has garage sales during the summer tourist season. Use the Thrifty Yard map to browse active listings across the territory.
Use the Thrifty Yard interactive map and filter by your city or postal code. The map shows active yard sales and garage sales in your area with GPS directions to each location.
Yukon yard sale season runs from June through August, with peak activity in July. The long daylight hours of the northern summer mean sales can start early and run late, especially in Dawson City during the midnight sun period.
Yes. Your first yard sale listing on Thrifty Yard is free, and each additional listing is $10 CAD. Your sale appears on the Yukon yard sale map immediately so local shoppers can find you.