Walkway Over The Hudson
The Poughkeepsie Regatta
Walkway Over The Hudson 61 Parker Avenue, Poughkeepsie, NY, United StatesThe Mid-Hudson Rowing Association and the Hudson River Rowing Association present the Poughkeepsie Regatta, a three-mile rowing race on the Hudson River. Races run between the Culinary Institute of America campus in Hyde Park and the Mid-Hudson Bridge in Poughkeepsie. This course was used for the historic Intercollegiate Rowing Association (IRA) Regatta from 1895 to…
Salute2Vets at the Walkway Over the Hudson
Walkway Over The Hudson 61 Parker Avenue, Poughkeepsie, NY, United StatesJoin the Friends of the Walkway nonprofit organization and veterans from both Dutchess and Ulster County in celebrating those who served this nation. Dutchess County Veteran Services and MHA Dutchess Vet2Vet will host resource and informational tables for Veterans on the East (Poughkeepsie) side of the Walkway. There will be food trucks and free food…
Fireworks Spectacular at the Walkway Over the Hudson
Walkway Over The Hudson 61 Parker Avenue, Poughkeepsie, NY, United StatesCombine all the beauty and excitement of a fireworks display with the splendor and majesty of the Hudson River at night, and you have one unforgettable Independence Day celebration! Watch the City of Poughkeepsie’s annual fireworks show with an unobstructed view from the Walkway Over the Hudson. The Walkway will close to the public at…
Mayfest Farmers and Makers Market
Walkway Over The Hudson 61 Parker Avenue, Poughkeepsie, NY, United StatesThe Mayfest Farmers and Makers Market brings a curated selection of the Hudson Valley’s finest producers – farms, distilleries, breweries, wineries, restaurants, artists, artisans, and more! More than 180 vendors will exhibit their wares for purchase, with many agribusinesses offering free samples or tastings!
Walkway Talks: “Fire on the Bridge: 50 Years Later” at the Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park
Walkway Over The Hudson 61 Parker Avenue, Poughkeepsie, NY, United StatesPresented by Walkway ambassador Shirley Rinaldi and former Poughkeepsie firefighter Bill Ringwood, this “Fire on the Bridge” presentation at Walkway East Gate Plaza in Poughkeepsie examines the origins of the Poughkeepsie-Highland Railroad Bridge and continues exploring its history until the fire of May 8, 1974. Witness the “Fire on the Bridge” experience through the eyes…
Pride in the Sky at the Walkway Over the Hudson
Walkway Over The Hudson 61 Parker Avenue, Poughkeepsie, NY, United StatesKick off pride season with this inaugural Pride Night on the Walkway Over the Hudson. At dusk, a group of 100-plus flag marshals will parade a 15-foot-wide, 1,000-foot-long portion of Gilbert Baker’s original eight-color Pride flag from the Dutchess County side of the Walkway over the river to the Ulster County side. The Walkway’s new…
Sunrise Stroll on the Walkway Over the Hudson
Walkway Over The Hudson 61 Parker Avenue, Poughkeepsie, NY, United StatesStroll 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.
First-Day Hike at the Walkway Over the Hudson
Walkway Over The Hudson 61 Parker Avenue, Poughkeepsie, NY, United StatesCome 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.
Fireworks Spectacular at the Walkway Over the Hudson
Walkway Over The Hudson 61 Parker Avenue, Poughkeepsie, NY, United StatesWatch 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…
Sunrise Stroll on the Walkway Over the Hudson
Walkway Over The Hudson 61 Parker Avenue, Poughkeepsie, NY, United StatesStroll 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.
First Day Hike at the Walkway Over the Hudson
Walkway Over The Hudson 61 Parker Avenue, Poughkeepsie, NY, United StatesFirst 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.