Rummage Sales in Philadelphia, PA

Rummage sales in Philadelphia: local guide

Best neighborhoods: Fishtown · Northern Liberties · East Passyunk · Mount Airy · Manayunk

Permit rules: Philadelphia does not require a permit for residential stoop or yard sales on private property. Sidewalk sales beyond the property line require a vendor license.

When to go: May through October. Mount Airy's community-wide sale (third Saturday of May) and East Passyunk Crossing's (mid-June) are the largest organized weekends.

Frequently asked

Are stoop sales legal in Philadelphia?

Yes, on private property (your own stoop or front yard). Setting up tables in the street or on the sidewalk beyond your property line requires a vendor license.