Once Upon A Child - Elizabethtown, KY

Once Upon A Child in Elizabethtown, KY is the premier destination for quality, gently-used children's clothing, toys, and equipment at affordable prices. This bright and organized store offers a vast selection of name-brand kids' items at up to 70% off retail prices, making it a favorite among budget-conscious parents throughout Hardin County. Unlike typical thrift stores, Once Upon A Child carefully curates their inventory, ensuring every item meets strict quality standards before hitting the sales floor. Located conveniently on N Dixie Highway, this family-friendly resale shop not only allows parents to purchase high-quality children's items at significant discounts but also gives them the opportunity to sell their own gently-used children's items for cash on the spot.

Store Information

1609 N Dixie Hwy #103, Elizabethtown, KY 42701

Phone: +1 270-769-0391

Website: http://www.onceuponachildelizabethtown.com/

Store Hours

  • Monday: 10AM-8PM
  • Tuesday: 10AM-8PM
  • Wednesday: 10AM-8PM
  • Thursday: 10AM-8PM
  • Friday: 10AM-8PM
  • Saturday: 10AM-8PM
  • Sunday: 11AM-6PM

What They Sell

Once Upon A Child specializes in gently-used children's items spanning from newborn to youth sizes. Their extensive inventory includes quality name-brand clothing, shoes, toys, books, baby equipment, and furniture—all at a fraction of retail prices. The store particularly excels in seasonal selections, stocking everything from winter coats to summer play clothes, along with specialty items like dance attire, sports equipment, and holiday outfits. Each item is carefully inspected to ensure it meets their quality standards, guaranteeing that parents can find safe, clean, and current styles for their growing children without breaking the bank.

The Neighborhood

Situated at 1609 N Dixie Hwy in Elizabethtown, Kentucky, Once Upon A Child enjoys a prime location in one of the city's main retail corridors. The store is nestled in a convenient shopping plaza just minutes from Towne Mall and the Elizabethtown Sports Park. This central location makes it easily accessible for families from across Hardin County and nearby Fort Knox, offering ample parking and proximity to other family-friendly businesses and restaurants in this vibrant part of E-town.

Parking

Once Upon A Child Elizabethtown offers convenient free parking in the spacious shopping plaza lot directly in front of the store. The well-maintained lot provides ample spaces close to the entrance, making it easy for parents with young children to access the store without a long walk. During peak shopping times (typically Saturday afternoons), you might find additional parking available along the sides of the plaza, just a short distance from the front door.

Shopping Tips

  • Join their email list or follow their Facebook page for exclusive sale announcements and special events, including their popular seasonal clearance events where items can be marked down to 70-90% off retail.
  • Shop early in the week when new inventory is typically processed and put on the sales floor.
  • Bring items to sell before noon to avoid longer wait times at the buying counter.
  • Check their clearance racks regularly, which are typically located in the back of the store and feature additional discounts on already reduced prices.
  • Consider bringing older children's outgrown items to sell while you shop for your younger ones—the store offers cash on the spot that you can put toward your purchase.

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