
August 2021
Fireworks over the Hudson River
Walkway Over the Hudson will be open to ticket holders only to view the City of Poughkeepsie's fireworks display. The bridge will reopen at 6:30pm to those with valid tickets and the fireworks are scheduled to launch between 8:15-8:30pm. Tickets are available at $20 for general admission and $15 for Walkway members, seniors or veterans. Children ten and under are free when accompanied by a paid adult.
Find out more »October 2021
Walktoberfest Farmers and Makers Market
A curated selection of the Hudson Valley’s finest producers – farms, distilleries, breweries, wineries, restaurants, artists, artisans, and more. All proceeds from Walktoberfest benefit the Friends of the Walkway and Hudson Valley Rail Trail. Tasting tickets are available now for $25 and include full access to wine, beer, spirits, and cider samples from more than 20 area purveyors. Walkway members, veterans, active-duty military, and senior citizens (65+) receive discounted admission. General admission to Walktoberfest (excluding the tasting area) is free.…
Find out more »Team Hope Walk to Support Huntington’s Disease Society of America
The Northeast Region of the Huntington’s Disease Society of America (HDSA) will host the Hudson Valley Team Hope Walk on Sunday, October 24 at 9 a.m. at Walkway Over The Hudson State Historic Park. All proceeds support HDSA’s mission to improve the lives of people affected by Huntington’s disease (HD) and their families. For more information about the event, contact Virginia Goolkasian at vgoolkasian@hdsa.org or 516-426-7440. Online registration and donation can be found at hdsa.org/thwhudsonvalley.
Find out more »November 2021
Walkway Over the Hudson Holiday Kick-Off with Santa
Santa is coming! Bring your kids, your dogs—the whole family—for this fun photo opportunity with Santa. Anna, Elsa and Olaf from Frozen will also be on hand for fun holiday photos. Along with the fun photos and meet & greet - there will be hot cocoa bar and a group of classic yuletide carolers. Photos taken with Santa and Frozen characters will be available for purchase, for a suggested donation of $10, or visitors may take their own photos.
Find out more »January 2022
First Day Hike @ Walkway Over the Hudson
Join Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park staff and members of the Walkway community for the annual First Day Hike on New Year's Day. Leashed pets and the whole family are welcome on this easy 1-to-3-mile hike. The Walkway Over the Hudson is 1.28 miles from gate-to-gate. Both entrances will be open. Hikers will meet at the Center Overlook (by the flagpole).
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