News | Vidlers 5 and 10 Variety Store

We are always closed on New Year's Day, Easter Sunday, Memorial Day, Independence Day (July 4th), Labor Day, Thanksgiving, & Christmas

Mon - Sat

9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Sunday

11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Our Old School Commercials Part 2/5

We have a history of old commercials throughout our years here. Check out Part 2 of our 5-part series on our old-school commercials.

Everyday Essentials Available At Vidler’s

We carry the funny & weird, but did you know we sell plenty of essential household items too? Take a look at all the everyday items we have in stock here.

Mother’s Day with Millard’s Mom

Just a three-minute walk from Vidler’s 5 & 10 is the final resting place of President Millard Fillmore’s mother. Learn all about Phoebe here.

Celebrate Easter with Vidler’s 5 & 10

We’ve got you covered no matter how you celebrate the holiday. Check out everything Vidlers has to offer this Easter season.

Our Old School Commercials Part 1/5

We have a history of old commercials throughout our years here. Check out Part 1 of our 5-part series on our old-school commercials.

Retail Council of New York State: Historical Highlights

Retail Council of New York State has just published an article about some historical highlights of Vidlers 5 & 10, along with an interview from Don & Cliff.

What To Expect At Vidlers for Winter Break 2023

East Aurora’s Winterfest ’23 also takes place the week of Feb. 17 though the 25th. Come and visit the store and East Aurora to see what we have going on this week!

Vidler’s 5 & 10: The Ultimate Northeast Day Trip

Vidler's 5 & 10 in East Aurora, NY is the ultimate day trip destination for anyone living in the Northeast. Make your plans here.

Creativity Unleashed After a Trip to Vilder’s 5 & 10

If you are looking for a one-stop shop for all your craft & art supplies, Vidler's 5 & 10 is a great place to start. Learn more about crafts here.

Celebrating 50 Years of the East Aurora Carolcade

Enter the East Aurora Carolcade 2022, which is about to celebrate its 50th anniversary! Find more information about this event here.

Old School Vidlers Christmas Commercials

We have 2 different old school Vidlers commercials from our vault we would love to share with you! Check both of them out here.

Weekend Boredom Busters

For those who deal with bouts of boredom – and live within a two-day drive of Vidler’s, may we suggest an easy remedy – drive to Vidler’s.

Why We Aren’t Open On Thanksgiving

Here’s one item that you’ll never hear about Vidler’s: Open on Thanksgiving Day. Learn why we stay closed on that holiday here.

The Ghost That Lives Inside Vidler’s 5 & 10

You hear all kinds of stories about old buildings. Sometimes there’s a mystery. So it is with the story of Vidler’s and the ghost of George H. Ash.

All About The Rubber Chicken

We at Vidler’s are the proud preeminent provider of the perfect five-and-dime rubber chicken. Learn about the Rubber Chicken here.

Millard Fillmore Slept at Vidler’s

Yes, the 13th President of the United States slept here. Want to learn more about it? Read all about it here.

Where Can I Go to See Fall Foliage and a Yodeling Pickle?

Western New York is blessed with so many wonders, and many of them can be seen by taking a drive along the Western New York Southtowns Scenic Byway.

Questions, Questions, Questions. It Must Be Back-to-School Time Again.

Kids not looking forward to going back to school? Check out our blog here for some ideas inspired by us to help cheer them up.

Red & White Awnings & Gold Leaf Sign Lettering

We recently repainted our storefront and had the awnings replaced. You might say, “OK, routine maintenance, what’s the big deal?”. See the big deal here.

Fun 2022 Summer Events Near East Aurora, NY

Borderland is just one reason why summer and fall in Western New York are so special. These seasons are chockful of great events. Check them all out here.