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The J’s Summer Used Book Sale – August 23-27
Sunday, August 23, 2026 - 8:00 AM
to Thursday, August 27, 2026 - 5:00 PM
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM See all dates and Times
https://jccstl.com/programs/used-book-sale/
Browse thousands of books and discover why book lovers return year after year to the J’s semi‐annual Used Book Sale—a can’t‐miss community event overflowing with incredible finds and unbeatable deals. With thousands of carefully sorted titles across every genre imaginable, this is your chance to stock your shelves, discover new favorites, build your classroom library, or score rare treasures you won’t find anywhere else. And the treasure hunt doesn’t stop at books—you’ll also find an eclectic selection of DVDs, CDs, and records to round out your collection. Whether you’re a devoted collector, an avid reader, or simply love the thrill of the hunt, the J’s Used Book Sale offers something for everyone—and the best selections go fast! Proceeds benefit the Cultural Arts Department and help bring great authors, films, and theatre to our St. Louis audiences.
Sunday, Aug. 23
8-10 a.m. | VIP PREVIEW | Admission $100 | Reserve Your VIP Preview Access Pass (Coming Soon)
Special collectors and book buyers are welcome to join us at the first VIP Preview of the J’s Winter Used Book Sale. We will give you limited access to browse our collection of books before we open the book sale to the public! Browse thousands of books to find the missing pieces in your collections with exclusive access!
10 a.m.-5 p.m. | OPENING DAY | Admission $10
Line tickets will be handed out at 9 a.m. Children 16 and under can browse for free.
Monday, Aug. 24
UPDATED 10 a.m.-6 p.m. | GENERAL HOURS | Admission FREE
Book buyers are welcome to peruse the collection for free.
Tuesday, Aug. 25
UPDATED 10 a.m.-6 p.m. | GENERAL HOURS | Admission FREE
Book buyers are welcome to peruse the collection for free.
Wednesday, Aug. 26
10 a.m.-6 p.m. | BAG DAY 1.0 | Admission FREE
Book buyers can peruse the collection for free and fill up a bag of books for just $10—or five bags for just $40! Bags will be provided upon entering.
Thursday, Aug. 27
10 a.m.-6 p.m. | BAG DAY 2.0 & TEACHER/NONPROFIT DAY | Admission FREE
Book buyers can peruse the collection for free and fill up a bag of books for just $5—or five bags for just $20! Bags will be provided upon entering.
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Teachers and nonprofit representatives are invited to join us for the last day of our sale for FREE books! Build you classroom library, pick up some business leadership books for your staff, or share great reads with the communities you serve.
Event Links
Tickets: https://go.evvnt.com/3767958-0
