FIRST FRIDAY POUGHKEEPSIE
Experience The Vibrant Spirit of the Queen City
First Friday Poughkeepsie is back, bringing the downtown to life each month with an evening full of energy, creativity, and connection.
From live music and local art to food, shopping, and pop-up experiences, this free, walkable event invites residents and visitors alike to explore our streets in a whole new way.
FOOD • DRINK • MUSIC • ART • COMMUNITY
2026 DATES & THEMES
All First Friday events begin at 6 p.m.
Home Base: Mural Square
253 Main Street, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
between Market St. and Academy St.
June 5
Launching
Softly
July 3
First Friday’s
Official Return!
August 7
Queen City
Community Night
September 4
Fall In Love
With Poughkeepsie
October 2
First Friday
Spooktacular
November 6
Poughkeepsie
Thankful
First Friday is free to attend, open to everyone, and designed to be welcoming for all ages. Whether you’re coming with family, meeting friends, or exploring on your own, you’ll find activities and experiences that are inclusive, accessible, and enjoyable for the entire community.
Thank You To Our Presenting Sponsors
What’s Happening At First Friday?
Participating Downtown Locations
1915 Wine Cellar
Blank Slate Book Shop
C+C Coffee Shop
Canvas + Clother
Convey/er/or Art Gallery
Curio Cabinet of the Hudson Valley
Darkside Records and Gallery
Gallery 40
Goodnight Kenny
Hudson & Packard
Kafe Neo
King’s Court Brewing Company
Laughing Gut Kombucha
Mama La’s Food For The Soul
MASS Design Group
Reason & Ruckus
Sand Panda Fine Piercing & Jewelry
First Friday Vendors
Vendors will return on July 3
Entertainment & Activities
[LINEUP COMING SOON]
GETTING TO FIRST FRIDAY
Best Places To Park
Financial Plaza Garage - 41 Civic Center Plaza
Garden Street Lot - 22 Garden Street
Liberty Street Lot - 25 Cannon Street
Academy Street Lot - 50 Cannon Street
Plenty of additional parking is available throughout the downtown.
Follow posted signage.
Street Closures
On June 5, all downtown streets will remain open to vehicular traffic.
Restrooms
On June 5, portable restrooms are located at Mural Square.
BE PART OF FIRST FRIDAY
Downtown Businesses
First Friday is all about highlighting our downtown businesses.
Submit your First Friday specials, promotions, and activations to be featured in our event listings and promotions. Show off what makes your business unique and help bring First Friday to life for thousands of visitors!
Outside Vendors
Select outside vendors are invited to join us, too!
Fill out the form below for consideration to share your goods, services, or experiences with our vibrant downtown audience. If you bring the energy and vibes, you’ll be a great fit as we create unforgettable nights in Poughkeepsie!