National Garage Sale Day is observed worldwide every second Saturday of August. This holiday encourages individuals to organize garage sales, where they sell used goods such as clothing, toys, books, and household items. The event was created in 2001 by C. Daniel Rhodes of Hoover, Alabama, who aimed to coordinate neighborhood sales for the convenience of both sellers and buyers. Garage sales serve not only as a means to declutter homes and earn extra cash but also to foster community bonds and promote recycling. While homeowners typically do not need a business license or to collect sales tax, some jurisdictions may require permits or impose restrictions on the number of sales per year. To celebrate, neighbors can collaborate on community garage sales or share their finds on social media using hashtags like #NationalGarageSaleDay.