Walkway at Night

THERE'S MAGIC ON THE WALKWAY AFTER DARK

Experience Walkway Over the Hudson like never before at Walkway at Night, when the sun sets and the Hudson Valley begins to glow. From 212 feet above the river, take in breathtaking views as the moon rises overhead and the lights of Poughkeepsie and Highland shimmer in the distance. There's truly nothing like a twilight stroll across the World's Longest Elevated Pedestrian Bridge.

Weather permitting, our friends from the Mid-Hudson Astronomical Association will join us on the bridge with telescopes, offering a closer look at the night sky and the celestial wonders above.

Walkway members attend free. Non-members may purchase tickets for $5 in advance or at the gate. Children 12 and under are free. Pre-registration is encouraged to shorten your wait at the gate.

Friends of the Walkway is a nonprofit partner of New York State Parks. All proceeds and additional donations from Walkway At Night directly support our mission to connect communities and enhance the Walkway experience for all through engaging programs, special events, and ongoing improvements.

2026 DATES

The start and end times for Walkway at Night events change throughout the season with the setting of the sun.

Friday, April 24 - 7:30-9:00 p.m.

Friday, May 22 - 8-9:30 p.m.

Friday, June 26 - 8:30-10:00 p.m.

Saturday, July 25 - 8:30-10:00 p.m.

Friday, July 31 - 8:00-9:30 p.m. - Lights Across The Hudson in partnership with Hudson Valley Hospice
Lights Across The Hudson is FREE to attend - no tickets required

Friday, August 21 - 8:00-9:30 p.m.

Friday, September 25 - 7:00-8:30 p.m.

Saturday, October 24 - 6:00-7:30 p.m.

PLEASE NOTE: We ask that all guests please exit the park by the end time listed. The bridge is 1.28 miles long and it takes approximately 40 minutes to cross from one side to the other while walking at a leisurely pace. Please ensure your visit includes enough time to return to the entrance by the listed time. 

ADMISSION AND REGISTRATION

Walkway Members enjoy free admission to Walkway at Night events. Non-members may purchase tickets for $5, either in advance or at the gate. Children 12 and under are free. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged.

Members are asked to RSVP in advance and use their special discount code to receive complimentary admission. Individual members receive one free ticket per event, while group and enhanced members receive free admission for up to four people. Members have already received their discount code via email-please register all attendees and apply the code during checkout to waive the fee.

If you need assistance, contact us at [email protected]. Interested in becoming a Walkway Member? Visit join.walkway.org.

Thank you for supporting Friends of the Walkway and the programs that bring the bridge to life. Please note that all ticket sales are final; no refunds or exchanges are available. If a Walkway at Night event is cancelled, ticket holders will have the option to transfer their tickets to a later Walkway at Night event during the same season.

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WHAT TO KNOW IF YOU'RE ATTENDING

PARKING - Parking is available on both sides of the Walkway. Handicapped parking is available on the west (Highland) side. For full parking details, visit walkway.org/visit. Please note: the elevator does not operate during Walkway at Night, and the bridge is not accessible from Poughkeepsie Train Station or Upper Landing Park.

ELEVATOR - The elevator is not in service during Walkway at Night.

PETS - Leashed pets are welcome. Leashes must be 6 feet or shorter. Pets are not permitted in buildings or restricted areas. Owners must clean up after their pets. For visibility after dark, we recommend pets wear a light-up collar, harness, or other illumination device.

ACCESSIBILITY - ADA-accessible entrances are available on both ends of the Walkway. Due to construction, access is easiest from the west (Highland) side, where handicapped parking is located. No stairs are required to access the bridge. The Walkway spans 1.28 miles gate-to-gate, with approximately 0.3 miles from the west parking lot to the bridge entrance. The tram does not operate during Walkway at Night. To learn more about accessibility in the park, visit the Walkway's FAQ webpage.

RESTROOMS - Indoor restrooms are available inside the Welcome Centers on both approaches.

WEATHER - In unsafe weather conditions, New York State Parks may temporarily close the bridge. Walkway at Night events may be postponed or cancelled if this occurs. Updates will be shared on the Walkway website and social media channels.

REFUNDS/TRANSFERS - All ticket sales are final. No refunds or exchanges. If an event is cancelled, ticket holders may transfer tickets to a later Walkway at Night event during the same season.