Walkway At Night
The seasonal event allows you to enjoy a starry night sky and the Hudson River all at once.
Walkway At Night
Visit the Walkway at night throughout the spring and summer one Friday every month starting April 11 and the final night on October 10. The event takes place at different times varying from 7:30 – 9:30 pm. At Walkway At Night, you can walk over the Walkway Over the Hudson, overlooking the lights of the Mid-Hudson Bridge. Accompanying the Mid-Hudson Bridge is the moon hanging high, accompanied by a starry sky. This moon-lit walk is the first of the season in which you can walk the bridge during late-night hours. For only $5, non-members can purchase tickets to the event here and children under 12 can join for free. These tickets depend on the entrance of the Walkway, so be sure to confirm if your ticket correlates with the Poughkeepsie or Highland entrance prior to arrival.
Walkway Over the Hudson
The Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park is the world’s longest elevated pedestrian bridge, spanning 1.2 miles a full 212 feet above the Hudson River. The city of Poughkeepsie in Dutchess County is connected to the town of Lloyd in Ulster County through the park. A non-profit organization with the name Walkway Over the Hudson converted the abandoned Poughkeepsie-Highland Railroad bridge into the park. A fire left the railroad bridge abandoned in 1974. Walkway Over the Hudson formed a partnership with private corporations, other non-profit groups, the federal government, and the State of New York. This partnership opened the Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park in October of 2009 to hikers, cyclists, and runners.
The Friends of the Walkway
The Friends of the Walkway Over the Hudson is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving, enhancing, and promoting the Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park. The group plays a crucial role in maintaining the safety, accessibility, and visitor experience of the Walkway by funding improvements, organizing community events, and supporting educational programs. Through volunteer efforts, fundraising initiatives, and partnerships, the Friends of the Walkway ensures that this iconic Hudson Valley landmark continues to serve as a recreational, cultural, and economic asset for residents and visitors alike.
Take Amtrak to Walkway At Night
Attend the event via Amtrak to the Poughkeepsie Station—Don’t forget to use the Amtrak See New York and Save 15% discount! The station is 0.8 miles away from Walkway Over the Hudson, making it an easy and convenient option to get to the event.
