There are a total of eight garbage cans in Pelican Town in Stardew Valley. These garbage cans are located next to the following buildings:

• The Stardrop Saloon
• 1 River Road (home of George, Evelyn, and Alex)
• The Mayor's Manor
• 1 Willow Lane
• 2 Willow Lane
• The Blacksmith
• The Museum
• JojaMart/Movie Theater

Each garbage can has predetermined daily contents that can sometimes yield valuable items when used (right-clicked)