The best antique, thrift & vintage shops in Contra Costa County

“Second Avenue Skate and Thrift blends a curated thrift rack with a legit skate shop, so you can snag band tees, SF Giants hoodies, and fresh decks, wheels, trucks, and grip in one go this week. New arrivals hit often, plus they stock Thrasher Magazine and shoes to keep your setup rolling.”

From the Vallejo newsletter, August 23, 2026

“Rescued Treasures-Community is Community Concern for Cats’ thrift shop, and every find helps homeless cats in Contra Costa County. Browse furniture, vintage decor, books, jewelry, and quality clothing, donate your own good stuff, and feel smug about scoring deals that also fund spay/neuter and medical care...”

From the Walnut Creek newsletter, September 8, 2026

“St. Vincent de Paul of Contra Costa County Thrift Store is where thrifty locals score real-deal secondhand finds while every purchase helps fund nearby services like food, shelter, medical care, and workforce development... shopping that tidies your budget and strengthens our neighbors.”

From the Pleasant Hill newsletter, September 12, 2026

“Skip the algorithm and browse real shelves. Friends of the Danville Library runs a volunteer-powered bookstore where every gently loved paperback you snag helps fund library programs for kids and adults, from Lego-fueled listening to therapy-dog reading sessions. Feel-good reads, literally.”

From the San Ramon newsletter, September 25, 2026

“Charity boutique carrying used designer clothing & vintage items, plus furniture, housewares & more.”

“Whether you’re chasing a vintage score or a designer surprise, Joybound Thrift Store, Cat Lounge & Adoption Center pairs secondhand treasures with a cozy space to hang with adoptable cats. Shop knowing every find supports Joybound People & Pets programs that help local animals and their humans.”

From the East Bay North newsletter, August 17, 2026

“Long-standing nonprofit chain with a range of pre-owned clothing, housewares & more.”

“Thrift store for clothes and used furniture, plus kitchenware and other household items.”

“Home-improvement chain selling new and gently used furniture, appliances, building materials, and other home goods.”

“Quick hop from Pittsburg, Good Stuff Thrift Shop - Antioch brings the thrill of the hunt with gently used clothing, jewelry, accessories, and quirky trinkets. Every find fuels VistAbility’s work supporting people with disabilities in the East Bay, from job mentorship to community inclusion.”

From the Pittsburg newsletter, September 23, 2026

“Fresh finds, real impact: Youth Homes Thrift Shop turns every thrift treasure into support for foster youth right here in Contra Costa.”

From the Vallejo newsletter, August 21, 2026

“Hospice Thrift Shoppes is a local charity boutique where you can score used designer gems, true vintage, furniture, housewares, jewelry, books and art, all donated by neighbors. It’s part of Hospice East Bay, so your haul comes with feel-good vibes, and there’s an online shoppe for couch browsing.”

From the Walnut Creek newsletter, September 23, 2026

“Secondhand book shop with a relaxed vibe, boasting hard & soft covers, audiobooks & collectable LPs.”

“When you want something with history and serious character, Guillermina Oriental Arts & Antiques curates Japanese and Southeast Asian pieces that feel handpicked for your home, from mingei textiles and tansu to ceramics, scrolls and statuary. New finds roll in weekly, so expect pleasant surprises.”

From the Novato newsletter, August 6, 2026

“Antioch’s 2022 Small Business of the Year, Rivertown Treasure Chest is a constantly refreshed trove from local vendors with comic books, pop culture memorabilia, vinyl, vintage threads, jewelry, toys, housewares, furniture and CBD finds.”

From the Pittsburg newsletter, October 6, 2026

“Give your place a little history this week at Vinteige. Their 6,500 sq. ft.”

From the Walnut Creek newsletter, September 30, 2026

“For a low-key dopamine hit this week, The Garret Thrift Shop serves up curated clothing, jewelry, books, furniture, and quirky collectibles. Every purchase fuels John Muir Health’s volunteer-run Auxiliary, boosting patient care and programs... so you score cool stuff and do good at the same time.”

From the Dublin newsletter, August 13, 2026

“Your next secondhand find could do more than brighten your shelf. Leftovers Thrift Shop has been hooking up locals with clothing, housewares and fun collectibles since 1976, and every purchase supports the Contra Costa Crisis Center, so you can feel extra good about that lucky score.”

From the Walnut Creek newsletter, September 16, 2026

“Thrift store chain offering secondhand clothing, footwear, furniture, books & household items.”

“Retro Tommy serves up curated vintage tees, 80s toys, VHS cult horror, and classic video games from a local seller who knows their stuff. Great for outfitting weekend hangs, gifting a rad throwback, or finally reclaiming that band tee you swore you’d keep.”

From the Pleasant Hill newsletter, September 2, 2026

“Faded Gold Vintage curates the good stuff across tops, denim, dresses, tees, jackets, shoes and even kids, plus a New Arrivals section when you’re ready to rabbit-hole. Give it a quick scroll this week, then flex that find around Vallejo.”

From the Vacaville newsletter, August 17, 2026

“Thrift store chain offering secondhand clothing, footwear, furniture, books & household items.”

“Craving a slow treasure hunt this week? The Cat Vintage & Antiques in historic downtown Crockett, a short hop from Napa, serves up purr-fectly peculiar finds from vintage clothing and retro media to curiosities and one-of-a-kind home pieces, plus fresh arrivals online daily if you want to pre-shop.”

From the Vacaville newsletter, August 21, 2026

“Whether your vibe is practical finds or purely fanciful, Cottage Jewel is an award-winning antiques and vintage gift shop that rotates fresh vignettes and artisan trunk shows weekly.”

From the Danville newsletter, October 9, 2026

“Curious-ity is a multi-vendor wonderland with surprises around every corner, where estate jewelry, vinyl, vintage toys and game consoles, retro fashion, fine art, sports memorabilia, crystals, and other handcrafted oddities keep popping up, so swing by this week when you need that perfect conversation piece or a…”

From the Brentwood newsletter, October 8, 2026

“Part charity boutique, part vintage playground, Hospice Thrift Shoppes turns East Bay community donations into racks of used designer clothing, quirky housewares, furniture and the kind of jewelry that starts conversations.”

From the Pittsburg newsletter, September 29, 2026

“Family-owned since 1978, Sundance Antiques is the place for vintage furniture, cast iron cookware, statement lighting, stained glass, jewelry, and designer purses, all sourced from locals and private homes so the mix changes constantly.”

From the Walnut Creek newsletter, October 7, 2026

“Well-organized secondhand store offering clothing, housewares, furniture and more.”