Once Upon A Child

Secondhand store

Once Upon A Child is a secondhand store in Gainesville, GA. You’ll find it at 975 Dawsonville Highway, Gainesville, GA 30501. It’s one of 5 secondhand and resale shops we track in Gainesville.

The store keeps hours seven days a week, including Sunday, staying open as late as 8 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: 975 Dawsonville Highway, Gainesville, GA 30501
Hours: Monday: 9:30 AM – 8:00 PMTuesday: 9:30 AM – 8:00 PMWednesday: 9:30 AM – 8:00 PMThursday: 9:30 AM – 8:00 PMFriday: 9:30 AM – 8:00 PMSaturday: 9:30 AM – 8:00 PMSunday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PMHours can change — call ahead to confirm.
Phone: 678-696-5389
Website: onceuponachild.com/locations/gainesville-ga

Getting there

Once Upon A Child is in Gainesville, Georgia.

Get directions

34.31938, -83.81548

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.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Once Upon A Child located?

Once Upon A Child is located at 975 Dawsonville Highway, Gainesville, GA 30501.

What are Once Upon A Child’s hours?

Listed hours: Monday: 9:30 AM – 8:00 PM; Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 8:00 PM; Wednesday: 9:30 AM – 8:00 PM; Thursday: 9:30 AM – 8:00 PM; Friday: 9:30 AM – 8:00 PM; Saturday: 9:30 AM – 8:00 PM; Sunday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM. Hours can change — call ahead at 678-696-5389 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 in Gainesville, GA.

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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Listing last updated September 8, 2026 from public listings and open map data.

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