Tree Lighting, Parade, Fireworks Kick Off The Season In Poughkeepsie

POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. -- The 22nd annual Celebration of Lights Parade and Fireworks will kick off the holiday season for residents in Poughkeepsie on Friday, featuring plenty of sparkling lights, music and goodwill.

Thousands of residents will pack downtown Poughkeepsie for the 22nd annual Celebration of Lights Parade and Fireworks at 6:30 p.m. Friday
Photo Credit: *The City of Poughkeepsie*

K Reakes

12/03/2015 3:30 p.m.

Each year thousands of people attend this event, voted by Dutchess County Tourism as the "Best Event" of the holiday season.

Presented by the City of Poughkeepsie, in conjunction with the Bardavon, Vassar Brothers Medical Center/Health Quest, the Poughkeepsie River District Business Association, and the Walkway over the Hudson, the festivities begin at 6:30 p.m. with the parade beginning on Main Street.

The first tree lighting will be on Main Street; with the second tree lighting taking place at Dongan Square Park at the end of the parade. Fireworks follow at 7:15 p.m. along the Poughkeepsie's waterfront.

Following the parade at 8 p.m. the Bardavon will be screening of "Miracle on 34th Street." All tickets are $6 for admission to the movie.

For more information about the event, click here.

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