Once Upon a Child
Secondhand storeOnce Upon a Child (part of Once Upon A Child) is a secondhand store in Air Force Academy, CO. You’ll find it at 6946 North Academy Boulevard, Air Force Academy, CO 80918. It’s one of 2 secondhand and resale shops we track in Air Force Academy.
The store keeps hours seven days a week, including Sunday, staying open as late as 9 PM on its longest days. Thrift hours change seasonally and around holidays, so a quick call before a long drive is worth it.
Secondhand stores buy or take in used goods and price them to move, so the floor changes constantly; expect a mix of everyday clothing, housewares, and the occasional standout piece priced well below retail. Once Upon A Child buys gently used items outright for cash or store credit, so you can sell as well as shop; see our Once Upon A Child guide for what it takes and how payouts work.
6 more secondhand shops are within driving distance, listed below, so it can anchor a longer thrifting circuit.
Store information
- Address
- 6946 North Academy Boulevard, Air Force Academy, CO 80918
- Hours
- Monday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PMTuesday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PMWednesday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PMThursday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PMFriday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PMSaturday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PMSunday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PMHours can change — call ahead to confirm.
- Phone
- +1-719-599-5966
Getting there
Once Upon a Child is in Air Force Academy, Colorado.
Get directions38.93176, -104.79787
Before you go
- Ask at the register which tag color is on sale this week and which is newest — the sale racks are cheap, the newest racks are where fresh donations land.
- Check garments under good light for stains and test every zipper; most thrift sales are final.
- Bring a tape measure and your key measurements — sizes vary wildly across eras and brands.
- Sunday hours are on file (11 AM – 6 PM), so it fits a weekend circuit.
- Selling? Bring items clean, folded, and in season; buy-sell-trade stores pay more in store credit than in cash.
Thrift & secondhand stores near Air Force Academy
arc Thrift Store
Thrift store7165 North Academy Boulevard, Colorado Springs, CO0.3 mi
Mo-Fr 09:00-21:00; Sa 08:00-21:00; Su 10:00-18:00
Plato's Closet
Secondhand store1747 Briargate Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO0.9 mi
Monday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Thursday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Friday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Saturday: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Sunday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Goodwill
Thrift store1070 Kelly Johnson Boulevard, Air Force Academy, CO1.1 mi
Mo-Sa 09:00-20:00; Su 09:00-19:00
Uptown Cheapskate
Secondhand store5915 North Academy Boulevard, Colorado Springs, CO1.2 mi
Mo-Sa 10:00-20:00; Su 11:00-18:00
Take a Peak Consignment
Consignment shop5665 N Academy Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO1.5 mi
Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Sunday: Closed
Between Friends Consignment
Consignment shop6608 Delmonico Dr, Colorado Springs, CO1.8 mi
Monday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Saturday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Sunday: Closed
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Once Upon a Child located?
Once Upon a Child is located at 6946 North Academy Boulevard, Air Force Academy, CO 80918.
What are Once Upon a Child’s hours?
Listed hours: Monday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Thursday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Friday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Saturday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Sunday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM. Hours can change — call ahead at +1-719-599-5966 to confirm.
Is Once Upon a Child open on Sunday?
Yes — Once Upon a Child lists Sunday hours of 11 AM – 6 PM.
What kind of store is Once Upon a Child?
Once Upon a Child is a secondhand store operated under the Once Upon A Child banner in Air Force Academy, CO.
Can I sell clothes to Once Upon a Child?
Yes — Once Upon A Child buys gently used, current-style items outright and pays in cash or store credit (credit is usually the higher offer). Bring items clean and in season; the store decides what it takes on the spot.
Are there other thrift or secondhand stores near Once Upon a Child?
Yes — we list 6 other secondhand, thrift, consignment, vintage, or antique stores within about 50 miles. See the nearby stores section on this page.
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