Events

Events

Jazz in the Valley at Waryas Park

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

With awe-inspiring views of the Hudson River providing a breathtaking backdrop, this annual festival welcomes world-class musicians to the Poughkeepsie waterfront for a celebration of jazz the entire family will enjoy! General seating is available in the tent, or you can bring your own chair or blanket and chill on the lawn. Waryas Park is…

La Guelaguetza Festival in Poughkeepsie

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

The annual La Guelaguetza festival brings everyone together at Waryas Park for a day-long celebration showcasing Oaxacan culture and traditions, including traditional Oaxacan dances and costumes, artwork, crafts, live music, kids' activities and a whole lot of authentic Oaxacan food! Bring the entire family, and don't forget your appetites!

Poughkeepsie Pride Parade and Festival

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

Celebrate Pride Month in Dutchess and join the PKGO Pride Parade and Festival, which is always held on the second Saturday in June. The festival will feature local queer-owned businesses, food vendors, and activities for children and families. Click here for updates. The Dutchess County Pride Center is a safe place for members of the LGBTQ+ community,…

The Poughkeepsie Regatta

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

The Poughkeepsie Regatta is a three-mile rowing race on the Hudson River between the Culinary Institute of America campus in Hyde Park and the Mid-Hudson Bridge in Poughkeepsie. Spectators can watch the races from the City of Poughkeepsie waterfront in Waryas Park and will get the best view of the entire course from the Walkway Over…

“Bridges to Parks” Hike

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

The New York State Bridge Authority and the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation have planned a “Bridges to Parks” hike event to showcase the connections between the Hudson Valley’s bridges and nearby state parks and historic sites. The event will highlight the Mid-Hudson Bridge, Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic…

Jazz in the Valley at Waryas Park

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

With awe-inspiring views of the Hudson River providing a breathtaking backdrop, this annual festival welcomes world-class musicians to the Poughkeepsie waterfront for a celebration of jazz the entire family will enjoy! General seating is available in the tent, or you can bring your own chair or blanket and chill on the lawn. Waryas Park is…

PKGO Pride Parade and Festival in Poughkeepsie

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

Celebrate Pride Month in Dutchess County in the heart of New York's Hudson Valley! Join the PKGO Pride Parade and Festival, which is always held on the second Saturday in June. The festival at Victor C. Waryas Park in Poughkeepsie will feature local queer-owned businesses, food vendors and activities for children and families. Click here for updates.…