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Whether you’re a first-time shopper looking for a great deal, a parent ready to declutter and earn some cash, or someone curious about volunteering — you’re in the right place. Kiddos Consignment is Orange County’s favorite kids’ resale pop-up event, happening four times a year. Browse the questions below to learn everything you need to know about shopping, selling, and joining our community of OC families.
FAQ
Selling/ Consigning
You price and tag your items, drop them off at the start of the 5-day event, and Kiddos sells them for you. You don't need to be present during the sale — just return at the end of the event to pick up your unsold items (or donate them) and collect your earnings check. Watch Our Video.
Consignors earn 60% of their sales by default. By volunteering for work shifts and/or referring friends, you can increase your earnings up to 75%.
Registration is free (for a limited time) and can be completed online. Once registered, you'll get access to a consignor portal to tag and manage your items.
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You can sell brand new or gently used children's items for ages 0–12, including clothing, shoes, toys, books, games, bikes, strollers, car seats, baby gear, play equipment, and nursery furniture. More info here.
No! That's one of the biggest benefits. You drop off your tagged items and Kiddos does the rest. You only need to return at the end to pick up unsold items or authorize them for donation.
Kiddos saves you the hassle of individual listings, no-shows, and last-minute haggling. You tag your items once, drop them off, and collect your earnings — all without dealing with strangers or scheduling meetups.
All items must be priced at a minimum of $2.00 and rounded to the nearest whole dollar — no cents. When pricing, think about what would excite you as a buyer, keeping in mind that shoppers will be comparing prices across hundreds of items. Check out our recommended pricing guide for guidance.
Yes! We've put together step-by-step how-to videos covering everything from prepping and tagging your items to entering them in the consignor portal. There's also a general overview video about how Kiddos works. Check them out on our videos page before your first event — they're a huge time saver!
Consignors must bring a minimum of 20 items and no more than 500 items per event.
All items must be clean, and in good working condition. Items should be free of stains, rips, broken parts, and heavy wear. Think "would I be happy buying this?" — if yes, bring it! More info here.
Yes! Brand new items are welcome. We also accept new diapers (packaged with size noted on tag), new underwear and socks in original packaging, and new-in-box furniture.
Car seats are accepted only if they are 5 years old or newer, have never been involved in an accident, are not expired, and have all original parts and labels intact. For the safety of all families, we do not accept car seats that have been recalled or are missing their labels.
We do not accept food, formula, used sippy cups, thermoses, bottles, or used underwear and socks. All items must also be checked for recalls at CPSC.gov prior to drop off.
Drop offs are held on the Sunday and Monday before opening day at the event location. You must schedule your drop off appointment in advance through the consignor portal — spots fill up fast so book early.
Yes! If you find more items after the event starts, you can bring additional tagged items on Restock Day, which is Thursday from 10am–6pm.
On Saturday, Kiddos holds a 50% off Discount Day open to the public. When tagging your items you can choose to opt in to the discount, which significantly increases your chances of selling. Items must be priced at a minimum of $2.00 and rounded to the nearest whole dollar — no cents. Check out our recommended pricing guide to help you price your items competitively.
Consignor earnings are paid out after the event concludes. You'll receive a check on pickup day. If you don't plan on picking up your items, please bring a self-addressed stamped envelope to drop off or sometime during the event and we will mail the check to you.
After the event, you can pick up your unsold items or we'll donate them to a local charity on your behalf.
Dollar Day is an exclusive flash sale on Sunday from 1–3pm, open only to consignors who participated in the current event. Every remaining item — including furniture and strollers — sells for $1. Proceeds support local businesses through gift card and membership giveaways at future events. It's one of the best perks of being a seller!
Shopping
Yes! Kiddos Consignment events are free admission and open to the public. No ticket is required to shop during regular public sale hours.
Kiddos Consignment events are held at various retail locations throughout South Orange County, CA. We rotate between cities including Mission Viejo, San Juan Capistrano, Ladera Ranch, and surrounding OC communities. Sign up for Kiddos Connect or follow us on social media to find out the exact location of our next event.
Shoppers can save up to 90% off retail prices on brand new & gently used kids' clothing, toys, baby gear, furniture, and more.
You'll find a huge selection of gently used children's items including clothing (sizes newborn–kids 12), shoes, toys, books, baby gear, strollers, cribs, play furniture, bikes, backpacks, maternity clothing, and more — all for ages 0–12.
Yes! You can get early access to shop by becoming a consignor (seller), volunteering at the event, or purchasing a presale ticket (coming soon). Presale shoppers get first pick of thousands of items before the public.
Kiddos Consignment is a special pop-up event that takes place four times a year — it's not a permanent store, so each event is a limited opportunity.
Public shopping hours are 10am–6pm each day of the 5-day event.
We accept cash, major credit/debit cards & Venmo at checkout, so come ready to shop however works best for you!
Absolutely — kids are always welcome at Kiddos! Strollers are welcome too, though the event can get busy, so a smaller umbrella stroller or baby carrier is recommended.
Refer a Friend
When you refer a friend to consign at Kiddos and they sign up, you earn an extra 5% added to your sales earnings. The more friends you refer, the more you make — up to a maximum of 75% of your total sales.
Yes! Referral bonuses and volunteer shift earnings stack together, up to a maximum of 75% of your total sales. It's one of the best ways to earn the most from your consigned items.
When your friend registers, they simply select "Referred by Someone" in the "How did you hear about us?" field and enter your name in the box below it. That's all it takes — make sure they have your name handy when they sign up! More details here.
Yes — anyone you refer gets to join Kiddos as a consignor and start earning from their own items too. It's a win for everyone!
Volunteer
No! Anyone can volunteer, even if you're not consigning items. Volunteers get early access to shop before the public sale opens.
Volunteers get to shop early at presale events and earn a higher percentage on their consignment sales. Working one 3.5-hour shift boosts your earnings to 65%; two shifts = 70%; three shifts = 75%.
Each volunteer shift is 3.5 hours.
Each shift adds 5% to your consignor earnings. Without volunteering you earn 60% — with three shifts, you earn 75% of your total sales.
Volunteer tasks vary by shift and may include sorting and organizing items, helping shoppers on the floor, assisting with checkout, or helping with setup and breakdown. It's a fun, energetic environment and a great way to connect with other local families!
Yes! Every volunteer shift adds 5% to your base earnings, and referral bonuses stack on top of that — so the more you do both, the more you make, up to a maximum of 75% of your total sales.
General
No — Kiddos is a pop-up event, not a permanent retail store. We host four events per year at various South Orange County locations. Sign up for Kiddos Connect to get notified when the next event is announced.
Kiddos serves families throughout Orange County, including Mission Viejo, Lake Forest, Ladera Ranch, Rancho Santa Margarita, Trabuco Canyon, Aliso Viejo, Laguna Niguel, Laguna Hills, Laguna Beach, San Juan Capistrano, San Clemente, Dana Point, Foothill Ranch, Portola Hills, Irvine, Tustin, and many more OC communities.
Sign up for Kiddos Connect to get email and text alerts about upcoming events, presale access, and announcements.
Absolutely. By buying and selling gently used children's items, Kiddos helps reduce carbon emissions, conserves resources, and keeps usable items out of landfills — all while saving families money.
Yes! Kiddos loves collaborating with local Orange County businesses and organizations at no cost. It's a great way to share audiences and grow together in the community. to learn more about partnering with Kiddos.