Celebration of Lights Parade and Fireworks Festival
Holiday kickoff festivities take place throughout Poughkeepsie: two tree-lighting ceremonies, a festive parade with floats and Santa, performances by Arm of the Sea Theatre puppeteers and others, a dazzling fireworks display over the Hudson River, and a screening of It's a Wonderful Life.
Most of these events are FREE.
Consult the organizer's website for details regarding timing and locations.
Bardavon Presents has announced that due to the Delta variant and the recent increase in new Covid cases, all audiences at Bardavon and UPAC must be fully vaccinated and wear masks at all times. Ticket holders must show proof of vaccination and government issued ID on show days. This policy will remain in effect until further notice and is subject to change based on CDC guidelines. Exceptions: Children under 12 and those with medical or religious exceptions, must show proof of exemption and negative test in the last 72 hours.
** Please keep your family and others safe by wearing masks and social distancing. If an activity appears too crowded, try using the "nearby" search feature on our activity calendar to find something else to do.