Just Between Friends Grand Rapids

Just Between Friends Grand Rapids is a family-friendly children’s and maternity consignment event serving families in Grand Rapids and the wider West Michigan community. Held at 4273 Alpine Ave NW, the twice-yearly pop-up sale brings together more than 200,000 gently used and carefully inspected items for babies, children, teens, parents, and growing families. Shoppers can browse clothing, shoes, toys, books, games, puzzles, baby equipment, outdoor toys, sports equipment, room décor, maternity items, seasonal goods, and other family essentials. Items are organized in one convenient setting, with prices typically ranging from 50% to 90% below retail, making it easier for families to find quality products while managing household expenses. Strollers, wagons, reusable shopping bags, and a complimentary hold area are available to help make the shopping experience more convenient. Children are welcome during public shopping periods, while designated early-access shopping is primarily intended for adults, subject to age and infant exceptions.
The event also provides a practical way for local families to sell clothing, toys, and gear their children have outgrown. Sellers may prepare, price, tag, and deliver their own items, earning up to 70% on sold merchandise, or use a valet tagging option in which the event team handles preparation, pricing, and tagging. Participants receive guidance throughout the process, and the sale provides an alternative to managing individual garage-sale or online listings. Unsold items may be collected after the event or donated to support families in need. Through a partnership with In the Image, donated merchandise helps provide local individuals and families with access to clothing and essential goods at no cost, keeping quality items within the community.
Organized by Melanie and Melissa, Just Between Friends Grand Rapids emphasizes affordability, convenience, community support, and responsible reuse. Merchandise is reviewed for quality, excessive wear, missing components, stains, recalls, and safety concerns before being offered for sale. The event welcomes families from across the United States audience reach identified for the listing, while its primary community focus remains Grand Rapids and West Michigan. It offers shoppers substantial savings and variety while helping sellers reclaim space, earn money, and give useful items a second life.