Tween Meetup is a social and support meetup for LGBTQ+ youth and allies, ages 9-12.

In this meetup, youth will support each other as they navigate what it means to be an LGBTQ+ youth in a safe and welcoming environment.

Poughkeepsie Pride kicks off with Pride in the Sky 2026

Kick off Pride season on the stunning Walkway Over the Hudson as we light up the night sky in rainbow

Thank You to Our Community Partners

Pride in the Sky 2026 is being made possible thanks to the support of these fabulous organizations. Please consider supporting the organizations that support our LGBTQ+ community.

Each year, thousands of you kick off Pride season with us on the Walkway. Here’s what’s planned for 2026:

Queer Families Festival

Poughkeepsie (East) Landing Park • 3p – 6p

BGHV is partnering with the Dutchess County Pride Center to host an epic all-ages festival packed with arts, crafts, music, food, and drinks – all perfect for the young (and young at heart).

Drag Story Hour with Katarina Mirage • 4p – 5p

Don’t miss the local storytelling legend as she pops up outside the East Pavilion office.

Queer Families Meetup • 5p – 6p

Drop by the ice cream truck and City Winery pop-up bar and connect with local queer families

Pride Community Festival

Highland (West) Landing Park • 3p – 6p

Connect with local organizers and plan out your 2026 Pride Along the Hudson season.

Pride Flag Procession

Poughkeepsie (East) Landing Park • 6:45p

Be part of a signature Pride in the Sky experience as hundreds of volunteers parade gigantic rainbow and trans Pride flags across the Walkway.

Dancing + Drag Under the Stars

Walkway Middle + Highland (West) Landing Park • 7p – 10p

As the sun sets + the glow sticks come out, the food trucks and pop-up bars on the Highland side will keep the party going.

Dancing Under the Stars

Choose your favorite (or try both): DJ Prephab will be spinning vintage disco in the center of the Walkway as DJ GoGo Gadgetthrows down pop mashups on the Highland performance stage.

Live Drag Show • 8p

Local faves Andramada, Katarina Mirage & Bambii slay on the Highland performance stage.

Tween Meetup is a social and support meetup for LGBTQ+ youth and allies, ages 9-12.

In this meetup, youth will support each other as they navigate what it means to be an LGBTQ+ youth in a safe and welcoming environment.

A Prom for LGBTQ+ teens and allies. Come be yourself and enjoy an evening of fun and dancing. Co-hosted by Dutchess County Pride Center & Leaders by Choice.

No fee | RSVP Required | Ages 13-18 Only

Walk-ins are welcome!

Rainbow Prom is Friday May 15, 2026 from 7 - 10pm at:

Location Provided Upon RSVP

What’s In Store:

• Performances from local drag icons Janine Extreme & Heath Barr, of Haus of Extreme

• A welcoming and affirming LGBTQ+ Prom for queer teens and allies to show up and show out in formal wear that makes them feel like themselves.

• Event is free of charge.

How to RSVP:

You must RSVP to hello@dutchesspride.org with a copy of your school ID to get location information.

If We Need to Cancel:

Cancellations will be posted primarily on the Pride Center’s social media accounts and here on our website. Please contact us directly if you have questions about a group.

Trans Youth Group is a safe place for youth 18 and under who identify as transgender, non-binary, gender fluid, gender non-conforming or gender questioning to come together

In this meetup, the youth will socialize with each other in a supportive and welcoming environment in which they can learn how to engage with others as the gender they feel most comfortable with. 

Tween Meetup is a social and support meetup for LGBTQ+ youth and allies, ages 9-12.

In this meetup, youth will support each other as they navigate what it means to be an LGBTQ+ youth in a safe and welcoming environment.

Tween Meetup is a social and support meetup for LGBTQ+ youth and allies, ages 9-12.

In this meetup, youth will support each other as they navigate what it means to be an LGBTQ+ youth in a safe and welcoming environment.

Trans Youth Group is a safe place for youth 18 and under who identify as transgender, non-binary, gender fluid, gender non-conforming or gender questioning to come together

In this meetup, the youth will socialize with each other in a supportive and welcoming environment in which they can learn how to engage with others as the gender they feel most comfortable with. 

Tween Meetup is a social and support meetup for LGBTQ+ youth and allies, ages 9-12.

In this meetup, youth will support each other as they navigate what it means to be an LGBTQ+ youth in a safe and welcoming environment.

Tween Meetup is a social and support meetup for LGBTQ+ youth and allies, ages 9-12.

In this meetup, youth will support each other as they navigate what it means to be an LGBTQ+ youth in a safe and welcoming environment.

Trans Youth Group is a safe place for youth 18 and under who identify as transgender, non-binary, gender fluid, gender non-conforming or gender questioning to come together

In this meetup, the youth will socialize with each other in a supportive and welcoming environment in which they can learn how to engage with others as the gender they feel most comfortable with. 

Tween Meetup is a social and support meetup for LGBTQ+ youth and allies, ages 9-12.

In this meetup, youth will support each other as they navigate what it means to be an LGBTQ+ youth in a safe and welcoming environment.

Trans Youth Group is a safe place for youth 18 and under who identify as transgender, non-binary, gender fluid, gender non-conforming or gender questioning to come together

In this meetup, the youth will socialize with each other in a supportive and welcoming environment in which they can learn how to engage with others as the gender they feel most comfortable with. 

Trans Youth Group is a safe place for youth 18 and under who identify as transgender, non-binary, gender fluid, gender non-conforming or gender questioning to come together

In this meetup, the youth will socialize with each other in a supportive and welcoming environment in which they can learn how to engage with others as the gender they feel most comfortable with. 

Trans Youth Group is a safe place for youth 18 and under who identify as transgender, non-binary, gender fluid, gender non-conforming or gender questioning to come together

In this meetup, the youth will socialize with each other in a supportive and welcoming environment in which they can learn how to engage with others as the gender they feel most comfortable with. 

Trans Youth Group is a safe place for youth 18 and under who identify as transgender, non-binary, gender fluid, gender non-conforming or gender questioning to come together

In this meetup, the youth will socialize with each other in a supportive and welcoming environment in which they can learn how to engage with others as the gender they feel most comfortable with. 

Trans Youth Group is a safe place for youth 18 and under who identify as transgender, non-binary, gender fluid, gender non-conforming or gender questioning to come together

In this meetup, the youth will socialize with each other in a supportive and welcoming environment in which they can learn how to engage with others as the gender they feel most comfortable with. 

Trans Youth Group is a safe place for youth 18 and under who identify as transgender, non-binary, gender fluid, gender non-conforming or gender questioning to come together

In this meetup, the youth will socialize with each other in a supportive and welcoming environment in which they can learn how to engage with others as the gender they feel most comfortable with. 

Trans Youth Group is a safe place for youth 18 and under who identify as transgender, non-binary, gender fluid, gender non-conforming or gender questioning to come together

In this meetup, the youth will socialize with each other in a supportive and welcoming environment in which they can learn how to engage with others as the gender they feel most comfortable with. 

Trans Youth Group is a safe place for youth 18 and under who identify as transgender, non-binary, gender fluid, gender non-conforming or gender questioning to come together

In this meetup, the youth will socialize with each other in a supportive and welcoming environment in which they can learn how to engage with others as the gender they feel most comfortable with. 

Trans Youth Group is a safe place for youth 18 and under who identify as transgender, non-binary, gender fluid, gender non-conforming or gender questioning to come together

In this meetup, the youth will socialize with each other in a supportive and welcoming environment in which they can learn how to engage with others as the gender they feel most comfortable with. 

Trans Youth Group is a safe place for youth 18 and under who identify as transgender, non-binary, gender fluid, gender non-conforming or gender questioning to come together

In this meetup, the youth will socialize with each other in a supportive and welcoming environment in which they can learn how to engage with others as the gender they feel most comfortable with. 

Trans Youth Group is a safe place for youth 18 and under who identify as transgender, non-binary, gender fluid, gender non-conforming or gender questioning to come together

In this meetup, the youth will socialize with each other in a supportive and welcoming environment in which they can learn how to engage with others as the gender they feel most comfortable with. 

Trans Youth Group is a safe place for youth 18 and under who identify as transgender, non-binary, gender fluid, gender non-conforming or gender questioning to come together

In this meetup, the youth will socialize with each other in a supportive and welcoming environment in which they can learn how to engage with others as the gender they feel most comfortable with. 

Trans Youth Group is a safe place for youth 18 and under who identify as transgender, non-binary, gender fluid, gender non-conforming or gender questioning to come together

In this meetup, the youth will socialize with each other in a supportive and welcoming environment in which they can learn how to engage with others as the gender they feel most comfortable with. 

Trans Youth Group is a safe place for youth 18 and under who identify as transgender, non-binary, gender fluid, gender non-conforming or gender questioning to come together

In this meetup, the youth will socialize with each other in a supportive and welcoming environment in which they can learn how to engage with others as the gender they feel most comfortable with.