First Friday Pougheepsie Kick Off Event!

First Friday Poughkeepsie is a city-wide celebration held on the first Friday of every month from 5:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. when eateries and shops stay open late, pop-up shops line the streets and music fills the air.  

First Friday’s Kick off event on August 4 will stretch from Academy Street to Market Street and feature live entertainment, fair-styled foods and Hudson Valley craft beer!  From dancers to DJ’s to acoustic performers, there will be a show for all. Local restaurants and food vendors will be centrally located on Liberty and Garden Streets. Mill House Brewing and Blue Collar Brewery will both be offering a variety of locally brewed craft beer.  In addition, many local eateries are offering discounts and promotions at their establishments during the First Friday events.  Mayor Rolison will be on hand to welcome guests at the kick off event and will provide an update on the state of the City.  

First Friday is presented in partnership by Rhinebeck Bank, LCS Companies, and R.L. Baxter Building Corporation.  Special thanks to media sposnor: iHeart Media; O+ Festival; and La Guelaguetza.