arc Thrift Stores

arc Thrift Stores on South Academy Boulevard offers a treasure trove of pre-loved items in Colorado Springs. This spacious location serves as both a community hub and bargain hunter's paradise, featuring an ever-changing inventory that keeps shoppers coming back regularly. What sets arc Thrift Stores apart is their commitment to supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through employment and programs funded by store proceeds. Local Colorado Springs residents appreciate not only the affordable prices and quality merchandise but also how shopping here directly benefits their neighbors and community. The clean, well-organized layout makes treasure-hunting a pleasure rather than a chore.

Store Information

2780 S Academy Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80916

Phone: +1 719-391-7717

Website: https://arcthrift.com/

Store Hours

  • Monday: 9AM-9PM
  • Tuesday: 9AM-9PM
  • Wednesday: 9AM-9PM
  • Thursday: 9AM-9PM
  • Friday: 9AM-9PM
  • Saturday: 8AM-9PM
  • Sunday: 10AM-6PM

What They Sell

arc Thrift Stores on South Academy Boulevard offers a diverse selection of gently-used clothing for all ages and sizes, from everyday wear to seasonal items and occasionally even designer finds at fraction of retail prices. Beyond apparel, shoppers discover furniture, home décor, kitchenware, electronics, books, toys, and sporting goods. The store regularly rotates stock, ensuring fresh inventory that often includes never-worn items still bearing original tags. Many Colorado Springs residents particularly appreciate their selection of vintage items and collectibles that appear alongside practical household necessities.

The Neighborhood

Located in southeastern Colorado Springs along the bustling South Academy Boulevard corridor, arc Thrift Stores sits in a convenient retail area frequented by bargain shoppers and military families from nearby Fort Carson. The store benefits from high visibility and accessibility, positioned near the intersection with Hancock Expressway. This commercial district offers plenty of complementary shopping options, making it easy for locals to combine their thrift store expedition with other errands in this practical, no-nonsense part of Colorado Springs.

Parking

The South Academy Boulevard location offers a spacious parking lot with ample free parking directly in front of the store. During peak shopping times (weekends and early evenings), you might find the closest spots filled, but the lot is typically large enough to accommodate all shoppers. The wide parking spaces make it convenient to load larger furniture purchases, with easy access to main roads for a quick exit.

Shopping Tips

  • Sign up for arc's rewards program to receive notifications about color tag sales and special discount days.
  • Visit on Mondays to find the best selection of weekend donations that have just been processed.
  • Check the furniture section regularly as quality pieces move quickly, especially solid wood items.
  • Browse seasonal items about 1-2 months ahead, as holiday merchandise often appears early and disappears quickly.
  • Bring your own reusable shopping bags or boxes for larger purchases to make transportation easier.

Current Deals & Events at arc Thrift Stores

  • Color Tag of the Week — 50% Off (on now) — arc's color tag of the week is 50% off — the color rotates weekly, so check the store (or arcthrift.com) for this week's color.
  • Saturday Color Tag Sale — 50% Off (Every Sat) — Select color tags are 50% off every Saturday at arc.
  • Senior Tuesdays — 55+ Get 50% Off (Every Tue) — Shoppers 55+ get 50% off color tags every Tuesday at arc.

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