Trash and Recycling Day in Olde Kensington
Collection days are assigned by address, so use the lookup below to see yours. Olde Kensington is inside the City's twice-a-week trash area, which runs from Vine Street to Glenwood Avenue and from Broad Street to the Delaware River. Recycling is collected once a week.
What to know in Olde Kensington
- Look up your two trash days above.
- Trash goes out twice a week, recycling once. Recycling goes out only on the first day the lookup shows for your address.
- Per collection, the City allows up to 8 bags or four 32-gallon containers, plus two household items such as a sofa or a wrapped mattress.
- Holiday weeks. There is no second collection during City holiday weeks.
- Illegal dumping. Report it to the City or call 311. Call 911 if you see it happening.
Common questions
How often is trash collected in Olde Kensington?
Twice a week. The City started twice-weekly collection on January 5, 2026 for the area from Vine Street to Glenwood Avenue and from Broad Street to the Delaware River. Use the lookup above to see your days. See the City's announcement.
Is recycling collected twice a week too?
No. Recycling is collected once a week, on the first collection day your address shows in the lookup above. The City prohibits mixing recycling into the second trash collection and says it will fine violations.
When can I put trash out?
From October 1 to March 31, between 5 p.m. the night before and 7 a.m. on collection day. From April 1 to September 30, between 7 p.m. the night before and 7 a.m. on collection day. See the City's trash and recycling rules.
How do I get rid of a sofa or an appliance?
Schedule a free bulk pickup at bulkcollection.phila.gov or through 311.
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