Funds raised will support the long-term growth and sustainability of the World’s Longest Elevated Pedestrian Bridge spanning the Hudson River between Poughkeepsie and Highland, New York.

On Friday, October 4 from 6-10 p.m., the community is invited to attend Starry Starry Night and celebrate the 15^th anniversary of the grand opening of Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park and its profound impact on our region. Held on the banks of the Hudson River at Upper Landing Park in Poughkeepsie, Starry Starry Night is a magical, festival-like evening that showcases the bounty of the Hudson Valley. For complete information and to reserve tickets, visit walkway.org/starrystarrynight.

Main Course Catering will ensure guests enjoy numerous food and drink stations featuring chef-crafted culinary creations expertly paired with local wines, beers, and spirits before taking a moonlit elevator ride with friends to stroll the World’s Longest Elevated Pedestrian Bridge at twilight, soaking in amazing views you can’t find anywhere else. All attendees will be amazed by the talents of local artists and musicians and awed by a one-of-a-kind fireworks experience.

“Starry Starry Night is the Walkway’s signature annual fundraiser,” said Lori Robertson, Executive Director, Friends of the Walkway nonprofit organization. “The support we receive is a significant reason why we’re able to deliver on our mission to ensure the Walkway is an open, inclusive, and welcoming space for all that’s rich with amenities, events, and programs to leave a wonderful impression on everyone who steps foot in our park.”

This year, Starry Starry Night proudly honors the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation and celebrates the system’s centennial year.  Through a dynamic partnership, the Friends of the Walkway works closely with the New York State Parks team to ensure Walkway Over the Hudson is both a world-class tourism destination and amenity-rich community space for local residents to enjoy.

“The successful collaboration between the Friends and Parks team is what makes the Walkway so special for our visitors,” said Maureen Solero, board chair, Friends of the Walkway nonprofit organization. “For 15 years at the Walkway and 100 years across the state, New York State Parks has worked tirelessly to create amazing environments for recreation of all types that are inclusive and accessible to all.  There is no more integral partner to celebrate at Starry Starry Night.”

Starry Starry Night is chiefly supported by Ursa Major sponsors Drake Creative, One Dutchess Luxury Apartments, Marshall & Sterling, and Michael Fleischer & Michael Dupree. By Cassiopeia sponsors Millbrook Vineyards & Winery, M&T Bank, Nuvance Health, and Royal Carting. And by Andromeda sponsors 1857 Spirits, Bruderhof, Central Hudson, Dutchess Community College, the Herbert H Redl Foundation, Hudson Valley Credit Union, Pepsi-Cola of the Hudson Valley, and Springbrook Hollow Farm Distillery.  Additional sponsorship opportunities are available. Tickets cost $195 per person and can be reserved online at walkway.org/starrystarrynight.