This Independence Day, Friends of the Walkway invites the community to experience the City of Poughkeepsie 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular from the world’s longest elevated pedestrian bridge, perched 212 feet above the Hudson River at eye level to the dazzling display before you.

On Friday, July 4 at 6 p.m., Walkway Over the Hudson will open exclusively to ticket holders offering panoramic twilight views and an unforgettable perspective on the professional fireworks show launching between 9-9:30 p.m. Tickets, which sell out in advance of the event every year, are available now at walkway.org/fireworks. 

TICKET INFORMATION

• $20 – Walkway members, seniors, and veterans. To become a member and access discount tickets, visit join.walkway.org.
• $25 – General Admission
• FREE –  Children 12 and under (but must be registered for a free ticket)

All sales are final.  No tickets will be sold on-site at the event.

Proceeds support Friends of the Walkway and its strategic vision to create meaningful, on-the-ground experiences for every person who steps into the park. 

“There’s no better place to celebrate Fourth of July in the Hudson Valley than Walkway Over the Hudson,” said Lori Robertson, Executive Director, Friends of the Walkway. “We’re proud to continue this beloved tradition of opening the bridge to guests from across the region to see a stunning fireworks display at a unique vantage point.” 

On Friday, July 4, Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park will begin closing procedures at 4 p.m. for setup and safety preparations. It will reopen at 6 p.m. to event ticket holders only. The fireworks display will begin between 9-9:30 p.m, The Walkway closes immediately following the conclusion of the fireworks. 

If the event is postponed due to severe weather, the fireworks will launch on Saturday, July 5. Information will be posted to walkway.org and Walkway’s social media channels.

Due to the unique nature of the July 4^th Fireworks Spectacular, all ticket holders are asked to adhere to these special guidelines:  

• No pets are allowed on the Walkway during this event.  
• No bicycles, rollerblades, skateboards, scooters, personal fireworks, or firearms are permitted. 
• Drone photography is prohibited. Guests may set up cameras and tripods within designated seating areas only.
• Personal coolers, food, and drink are permitted, but no glass containers are allowed. The Walkway is a smoke- and alcohol-free park.
• Guests may bring bags, chairs, blankets, etc. but must be set up in the designated seating area along the south railing.  No tents are allowed. All are subject to inspection at entrances. 

PARKING AND ACCESSIBILITY

Those with valid tickets are encouraged to carpool and to park at various City of Poughkeepsie and Town of Lloyd locations, or approved on-street parking spaces, and allow ample time to get to the Walkway in time for the fireworks. Ticket holders may access the Walkway from either the East (Poughkeepsie) or West (Highland) entrances. The elevator at Upper Landing Park will be closed. Carpooling is strongly encouraged.

EAST SIDE PARKING (Poughkeepsie – Dutchess County)

80 Washington Street Lot – 80 Washington Street, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 (approx. 0.2 mile walk to Walkway)
Pulaski Park – 162 Washington Street, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 (approx. 0.3 mile walk to Walkway)
Italian Center – 227 Mill Street, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 (approx. 0.4 mile walk to Walkway)
Civic Center Plaza Garage – 41 Civic Center Plaza, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 (approx. 0.6 mile walk to Walkway)
Main Street Municipal Parking – 197 Main Street, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 (approx. 0.7 mile walk to Walkway)

*Parking is free in City municipal lots beginning at 5 p.m. and in metered spaces on-street after 6 p.m.

WEST SIDE PARKING (Highland – Ulster County)

Hudson Valley Rail Trail Parking Lot – 75 Haviland Road in Highland, NY 12528
Haviland Road Street Parking – 87 Haviland Road, Highland, NY 12528

The Town of Lloyd charges for all non-handicapped parking along Haviland Road and in the Rail Trail Parking Lot.  Follow posted signage. The Town of Lloyd Police Department will close Haviland Road when at capacity.

Guests needing handicapped parking should park on the West (Highland) side of the Walkway. The handicapped parking is approximately 0.3 miles from the nearest fireworks viewing area. No stairs are required to access the bridge, and the pathway from the parking lot to the Walkway is mostly flat and paved. There is no transportation available from the parking lot to the Walkway.

The July 4^th Fireworks Spectacular is sponsored by Rutberg Breslow Personal Injury Law, Alpha Win Racing, Chestnut Market, and Optum. It is presented by Friends of the Walkway, the City of Poughkeepsie, and Q92.1 FM. Special thanks to the Town of Lloyd, New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, New York State Police, local law enforcement, and Walkway staff and volunteers. Visit walkway.org/fireworks or call 845-454-9649 for complete event information.