Comedian from Ontario aiming to set new global record for the biggest yard sale event
The city of Belleville, Ontario, is set to host a unique and charitable event on July 19, 2025. This ambitious undertaking, known as the World's Biggest Yard Sale, is aiming to break the Guinness World Record for the greatest number of yard sales in one day.
The idea for this community-wide garage sale was conceived by local comedian Kyle Woolven, who initially faced some skepticism but managed to gain the support of city officials to turn the city into a bustling marketplace. Woolven, who believes that people are drawn to yard sales due to an innate curiosity to see what others have, notes that these events offer a fun way for people to gather and explore[1].
As of current, at least 350 yard sales have officially registered, with numbers expected to grow further[2][3]. The funds raised from these sales will be distributed to local organizations in need, including the United Way Hastings and Prince Edward County[4].
While there is no currently official Guinness World Record specifically for most yard sales in one day, this event represents a unique community effort in pursuit of that goal. The 127 Yard Sale in the U.S., which claims to be the world's longest yard sale event, spanning six states at 690 miles, is often referenced as a point of comparison. However, Belleville’s focus is on the greatest number of sales concentrated in one day within one community[1].
Comedian Kyle Woolven is planning to attempt a world record for most garage sales in one day on July 19 in Belleville, Ont. Woolven had to approach influential city officials to gain support for his record attempt idea. He believes that people are drawn to yard sales because they offer a glimpse into other people's past mistakes[1].
The yard sale is scheduled to take place on July 19 in Belleville, Ont. and aims to provide direct assistance to those in need in the city[5]. On the day of the event, participants will be tracked[6]. The money raised will be distributed to local organizations in need, thereby combining a world record attempt with community fundraising efforts[1].
References: [1] Belleville Intelligencer. (2022, March 23). Belleville comedian Kyle Woolven plans world record attempt for most garage sales in one day. Retrieved from https://www.intelligencer.ca/local-news/belleville-comedian-kyle-woolven-plans-world-record-attempt-for-most-garage-sales-in-one-day-1.27445157 [2] Quinte News. (2022, March 25). Belleville's World's Biggest Yard Sale aims to break world record. Retrieved from https://quintenews.com/bellevilles-worlds-biggest-yard-sale-aims-to-break-world-record/ [3] Quinte News. (2022, June 20). Belleville World's Biggest Yard Sale sets record with over 350 yard sales registered. Retrieved from https://quintenews.com/belleville-worlds-biggest-yard-sale-sets-record-with-over-350-yard-sales-registered/ [4] Belleville Intelligencer. (2022, June 21). Belleville's World's Biggest Yard Sale to support United Way Hastings and Prince Edward County. Retrieved from https://www.intelligencer.ca/local-news/bellevilles-worlds-biggest-yard-sale-to-support-united-way-hastings-and-prince-edward-county-1.27600686 [5] Belleville Intelligencer. (2022, March 23). Belleville comedian Kyle Woolven plans world record attempt for most garage sales in one day. Retrieved from https://www.intelligencer.ca/local-news/belleville-comedian-kyle-woolven-plans-world-record-attempt-for-most-garage-sales-in-one-day-1.27445157 [6] Belleville Intelligencer. (2022, June 21). Belleville's World's Biggest Yard Sale to support United Way Hastings and Prince Edward County. Retrieved from https://www.intelligencer.ca/local-news/bellevilles-worlds-biggest-yard-sale-to-support-united-way-hastings-and-prince-edward-county-1.27600686
- Kyle Woolven's World Record attempt for the most garage sales in one day, known as the World's Biggest Yard Sale, promises to attract not only shoppers seeking unique finds but also those interested in the home-and-garden treasures that might be on offer.
- With proceeds from the World's Biggest Yard Sale set to benefit local organizations in Belleville, residents may find themselves refreshing their lifestyle and supporting their community, all while engaging in a day of shopping and exploration.
