Events

Events

First Day Hike at the Walkway Over the Hudson

Walkway Over The Hudson 61 Parker Avenue, Poughkeepsie, NY, United States

First Day Hikes are a tradition in Dutchess County, and a stroll across the 1.28-mile Walkway is the perfect opportunity for the entire family to experience breathtaking views of the Hudson Valley from 212 feet above the river. No pre-registration is necessary. Leashed pets welcome. Attached photo courtesy of Instagram user @julialeemuzi.

Sunrise Stroll on the Walkway Over the Hudson

Walkway Over The Hudson 61 Parker Avenue, Poughkeepsie, NY, United States

Stroll into spring as you walk across the Hudson River on the World’s Longest Elevated Pedestrian Bridge at sunrise. On the vernal and autumnal equinoxes, the sun rises in perfect alignment with the Walkway deck, creating spectacular photo opportunities. Gates will open early so you can witness this magnificent event first-hand and free of charge.

Free

Fireworks Spectacular at the Walkway Over the Hudson

Walkway Over The Hudson 61 Parker Avenue, Poughkeepsie, NY, United States

Watch the City of Poughkeepsie’s annual Independence Day fireworks display with an unobstructed view from the Walkway Over the Hudson, some 212 feet above the river. The Walkway will close to the public at 4:30 p.m. that day and reopen at 6:30 p.m. for those with valid tickets to the event. This event sells out…

Walktober Fest Sails Aboard the Hudson River Sloop “Clearwater”

Victor C. Waryas Park 1 Main Street, Poughkeepsie, NY, United States

Step aboard the Hudson River Sloop "Clearwater" for a sail out of the historic City of Poughkeepsie for two sails during Walkway Over the Hudson's "Walktober Fest," one at 1 p.m. and one at 4:30 p.m. "Clearwater" will be docked in Waryas Park as a part of the Pumpkin Sail community event series, and there…

First-Day Hike at the Walkway Over the Hudson

Walkway Over The Hudson 61 Parker Avenue, Poughkeepsie, NY, United States

Come see the amazing views of the Hudson Valley from 212 feet above the Hudson River at this 13th-annual first-day hike. This 1.28-mile walk offers plenty of photo opportunities. Leashed pets welcome. No registration required.

Sunrise Stroll on the Walkway Over the Hudson

Walkway Over The Hudson 61 Parker Avenue, Poughkeepsie, NY, United States

Stroll into spring as you walk across the Hudson River on the World’s Longest Elevated Pedestrian Bridge at sunrise. On the vernal and autumnal equinoxes, the sun rises in perfect alignment with the Walkway deck, creating spectacular photo opportunities. Gates will open early so you can witness this magnificent event first-hand and free of charge.

Free

Dutch Apple Cruises Opening Day

Dutch Apple Cruises 141 Broadway, Albany, NY, United States

Boarding a Dutch Apple Cruise is a quintessential warm weather experience in Albany! The Dutch Apple sets sail for the 2024 season this April. Take it easy on this sightseeing cruise along the Hudson River and learn about Albany’s history from a new perspective.