Starry Starry Night 2026
October 02, 2026 6:00 - 10:00 pm
Upper Landing Park, North Water Street, Poughkeepsie, NY, USA
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CELEBRATE WITH FRIENDS OF THE WALKWAY
Each October, we mark the anniversary of the grand opening of Walkway Over the Hudson by celebrating the millions of special moments, lasting connections, and shared experiences made high atop the Hudson River since 2009.
On Friday, October 2 at 6 p.m., join us for Starry Starry Night - a perfect autumn evening beneath the stars at Upper Landing Park in Poughkeepsie. Honorary chairs Kip Bleakley O'Neill, Elizabeth Waldstein and Sarah Johnstone Levine, along with event chairs Shirley Rinaldi and Anita Jones, invite you to enjoy an open-air culinary celebration featuring chef-crafted dishes from Main Course Catering expertly paired with regional wines, brews, and spirits. Live music, art, and surprise performances will create a dazzling, festival-like atmosphere as we gather in support of one of the Hudson Valley's most iconic destinations.
This year, we are proud to honor Northwell Health for its commitment to community health and wellness and Stephan Hengst and Patrick Decker of Big Gay Hudson Valley for their leadership in helping foster inclusivity and belonging on the Walkway and throughout the Hudson Valley. Together, the work of our honorees reflects Friends of the Walkway's mission to create welcoming public spaces that strengthen and connect our communities.
As twilight falls, guests will ascend the Walkway's glass elevator for exclusive after-hours access to the bridge and spectacular views high above the Hudson River. A brilliant fireworks display will cap off the evening in unforgettable fashion.
This is more than a celebration, it's an evening to honor our community champions, uplift the mission of Friends of the Walkway, and invest in the future of one of the Hudson Valley's most cherished landmarks.
For those unable to attend the event but wishing to show support for our honorees and their impact on our mission, please make a donation and your name will be listed in our event materials.
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