06/05/2026
First Friday is here!
🎉 FIRST FRIDAY POUGHKEEPSIE IS HERE! 🎉
Downtown Poughkeepsie comes alive TONIGHT - Friday, June 5 - starting at 6 p.m. for an evening of food, art, music, shopping, and community. Whether you're meeting friends, bringing the family, or exploring downtown for the first time, there's something happening around every corner during our soft relaunch event.
📍 Start at Mural Square (253 Main Street), the event's home base, then stroll downtown and discover local shops, galleries, restaurants, and businesses offering special experiences throughout the evening.
🎶 Enjoy live performances throughout the night, plus face painting, raffles, and yard games. Hungry? Downtown restaurants, cafes, breweries, and eateries will be serving up plenty of options along the way.
🚗 Getting here is easy! Free parking begins at 6 p.m. in the Financial Plaza Garage, Liberty Street Lot, and along Main Street. All downtown streets will remain open to traffic, and portable restrooms will be available adjacent to Mural Square.
✨ First Friday is free to attend. and open to everyone. Come experience the vibrant spirit of the Queen City and help welcome First Friday back to Downtown Poughkeepsie!
Get all the details at dtpk.org/firstfriday.