Trash Pickup Schedule — Old City, Philadelphia
Old City is where America began — Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell, and Elfreth's Alley (the nation's oldest residential street) anchor the neighborhood. First Friday art walks bring crowds to the galleries along 2nd and 3rd Streets. Historic cobblestone streets meet trendy restaurants and bars in this walkable historic district. Find your exact trash and recycling collection day below.
📋 Quick Facts
- ZIP Codes: 19106
- Service Provider: Philadelphia Streets Department
- 🗑️ Trash: Twice a week
- ♻️ Recycling: Weekly
- Data: From official city collection records
📞 Contact Info
- Phone: 311
- Report Missed Pickup: Call within 24 hours
- Official Lookup: www.phila.gov
Find Your Exact Collection Day in Old City
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Philadelphia Collection Bins
🗑️ Trash
Twice a week
♻️ Recycling
Weekly
Check Philadelphia Streets Department for what goes in each bin.
2026 Holiday Schedule for Old City
No collection on these holidays. All pickups shift forward one day for the rest of the week. Friday collection moves to Saturday.
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