Events Calendar
Get Your Mind Write
A space for gentle stretches for all bodies, mediation and generative writing prompts to help ease your mind and body.
The Classic Mix ONLINE
A discussion and peer support group for LGBTQ+ adults 50+. Join us in this supportive community space, having conversations that reflect who we are, what challenges us and concerns us. Let’s celebrate our uniqueness.
No fee | No registration necessary | 18+
Walk-ins are welcome!
The Classic Mix meets on the First & Third Thursdays of Every Month from 4 - 5pm.
First Thursdays are Online Via Zoom. Third Thursdays are in person at:
Dutchess County Pride Center | 766 Main Street | Poughkeepsie
Services Offered:
Peers sharing stories and experiences.
Peers asking questions and sharing answers.
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.
Tween Meetup
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.
Community Reiki
Join us for a community Reiki Healing with Kim Pierce from Spirit & Stones.
Queer Women Connect
A discussion and peer support group for women and those who feel comfortable in a space centering on the experiences of women.
No fee | No registration necessary | 18+
Walk-ins are welcome!
QWC meets on the First and Third Mondays of Every Month from 7 - 8pm at:
Dutchess County Pride Center | 766 Main Street | Poughkeepsie
Services Offered:
Peers sharing stories and experiences.
Peers asking questions and sharing answers.
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.
BIPOC Meetup
A discussion and peer support group for LGBTQ+ black, indigenous, Latinx, and people of color.
No fee | No registration necessary | 18+
Walk-ins are welcome!
BIPOC Meetup meets on the First & Third Tuesdays of Every Month from 7 - 8pm at:
Dutchess County Pride Center | 766 Main Street | Poughkeepsie
Services Offered:
Peers sharing stories and experiences.
Peers asking questions and sharing answers.
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.
Proud Parents Support Group
A support group for parents of LGBTQ+ children of all ages.
Trans Youth 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.
Murder Mystery Night - Out & Proud 2026
Out & Proud is back and better than ever! Help us solve Whit Wiley’s murder at The Poughkeepsie Underwear Factory before the culprit escapes.
Inclusive Trans Adult Initiative CANCELLED
A hangout and peer support group for transgender and gender non-conforming individuals.
No fee | No registration necessary | 18+
Walk-ins are welcome!
ITAI meets on the Second & Fourth Sundays of Every Month from 6 - 7pm at:
Dutchess County Pride Center | 766 Main Street | Poughkeepsie
Services Offered:
Peers sharing stories and experiences.
Peers asking questions and sharing answers.
Affirming space to exist and express yourself.
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.
Free Trans Voice Training with Undead Voice
Undead Voice and Dutchess County Pride Center are proud to present a free trans voice workshop for trans individuals struggling with voice dysphoria.
No fee | No registration necessary | 18+
Walk-ins are welcome!
Free Trans Voice Training will be held Monday April 13th, 2026 from 2:30 - 3:30pm at:
Dutchess County Pride Center | 766 Main Street | Poughkeepsie
Services Offered:
Free tools and techniques for trans individuals to develop their speaking voices.
One-on-one coaching for vocal development.
Opportunities to sign up for extended long-term voice training programs
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.
Free STI Screening
A partnership between Cornerstone Health & Dutchess Pride, free and confidential STI/STD screenings.
No fee | Appointments Required | 18+
Prior appointments required, walk-ins unfortunately cannot be accommodated
Call or Text 845-972-2302 or 845-972-1123 to Make an Appointment
STI/STD Screenings are held by appointment only on Second & Fourth Tuesdays from 2 - 5pm at:
Dutchess County Pride Center | 766 Main Street | Poughkeepsie
Testing Offered for:
HIV (rapid testing, results in 20 minutes)
Hepatitis C (HCV) (rapid testing, results in 20 minutes)
Chlamydia (lab testing, results in 3-7 days)
Gonorrhea (lab testing, results in 3-7 days)
Syphilis (lab testing, results in 3-7 days)
If We Need to Cancel:
The screening team will reach out to you directly if the appointment needs to be cancelled or rescheduled. Please call or text 845-972-2302 or 845-972-1123 if you have questions.
Queer Men Connect
A discussion and peer support group for men and those who feel comfortable in a space centering on the experiences of men.
No fee | No registration necessary | 18+
Walk-ins are welcome!
QMC meets on the Second Tuesday of Every Month from 7 - 8pm at:
Dutchess County Pride Center | 766 Main Street | Poughkeepsie
Services Offered:
Peers sharing stories and experiences.
Peers asking questions and sharing answers.
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.
Quiet Social Club
An quiet space for calm connection. Enjoy being social in a space that doesn’t require you to be social.
No fee | No registration necessary | 18+
Walk-ins are welcome!
Quiet Social Hour meets on the Second Wednesday of Every Month from 7 - 8pm at:
Dutchess County Pride Center | 766 Main Street | Poughkeepsie
What Happens:
Bring a book to read, a craft to work on, or join us to engage in quiet conversation in a low pressure setting
Enjoy being around others without the pressure to chat.
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.
The Classic Mix IN PERSON
A discussion and peer support group for LGBTQ+ adults 50+, offering opportunities for connection, friendship, and engagement.
No fee | No registration necessary | 18+
Walk-ins are welcome!
The Classic Mix meets on the First & Third Thursdays of Every Month from 4 - 5pm.
Join us in this supportive community space, having conversations that reflect who we are, what challenges us and concerns us. Let’s celebrate our uniqueness.
First Thursdays are Online Via Zoom. Third Thursdays are in person at:
Dutchess County Pride Center | 766 Main Street | Poughkeepsie
Services Offered:
Peers sharing stories and experiences.
Peers asking questions and sharing answers.
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.
Tween Meetup
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.
Yarn Crafts Club
An inclusive creatorspace for LGBTQ+ creatives who love to use yarn to create.
No fee | No registration necessary | 18+
Walk-ins are welcome!
Yarn Crafts Club meets on the Third Sunday of Every Month from 3 - 4pm at:
Dutchess County Pride Center | 766 Main Street | Poughkeepsie
What Happens:
Hands-on creative exploration.
Engage in knitting, crocheting, and more!
Supplies are provided free of charge; feel free to bring your own!
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.
Queer Women Connect
A discussion and peer support group for women and those who feel comfortable in a space centering on the experiences of women.
No fee | No registration necessary | 18+
Walk-ins are welcome!
QWC meets on the First and Third Mondays of Every Month from 7 - 8pm at:
Dutchess County Pride Center | 766 Main Street | Poughkeepsie
Services Offered:
Peers sharing stories and experiences.
Peers asking questions and sharing answers.
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.
BIPOC Meetup
A discussion and peer support group for LGBTQ+ black, indigenous, Latinx, and people of color.
No fee | No registration necessary | 18+
Walk-ins are welcome!
BIPOC Meetup meets on the First & Third Tuesdays of Every Month from 7 - 8pm at:
Dutchess County Pride Center | 766 Main Street | Poughkeepsie
Services Offered:
Peers sharing stories and experiences.
Peers asking questions and sharing answers.
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.
Wellness Wednesday Open House
A space to learn flexibility with your mind and emotions, brought to you by Dutchess County Pride Center and Impact Psychological Services.
No fee | No registration necessary | 18+
Walk-ins are welcome!
Wellness Wednesday is held on the Fourth Wednesday of Every Month from 7 - 8pm at:
Dutchess County Pride Center | 766 Main Street | Poughkeepsie
What Happens:
Every month will have a different focus to help you learn how to manage your thoughts and feelings.
Highlighting accessible paths to wellness through a mix of psychoeducation, experiential activities, and resource sharing.
Opportunities for you to connect with local advocates and mental health providers.
Explore different ways to engage in personal and community wellness.
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 wellness event.
Crafty Queers
An inclusive makerspace for LGBTQ+ creatives
No fee | No registration necessary | 18+
Walk-ins are welcome!
Crafty Queers meets on the Fourth Monday of Every Month from 7 - 8pm at:
Dutchess County Pride Center | 766 Main Street | Poughkeepsie
Services Offered:
Hands-on creative exploration.
Engage in writing, watercolor, painting, scrapbooking, and more.
Supplies are provided free of charge for many mediums; feel free to bring your own!
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.
Free STI Screening
A partnership between Cornerstone Health & Dutchess Pride, free and confidential STI/STD screenings.
No fee | Appointments Required | 18+
Prior appointments required, walk-ins unfortunately cannot be accommodated
Call or Text 845-972-2302 or 845-972-1123 to Make an Appointment
STI/STD Screenings are held by appointment only on Second & Fourth Tuesdays from 2 - 5pm at:
Dutchess County Pride Center | 766 Main Street | Poughkeepsie
Testing Offered for:
HIV (rapid testing, results in 20 minutes)
Hepatitis C (HCV) (rapid testing, results in 20 minutes)
Chlamydia (lab testing, results in 3-7 days)
Gonorrhea (lab testing, results in 3-7 days)
Syphilis (lab testing, results in 3-7 days)
If We Need to Cancel:
The screening team will reach out to you directly if the appointment needs to be cancelled or rescheduled. Please call or text 845-972-2302 or 845-972-1123 if you have questions.
Drag Bingo Night - Out & Proud 2026
Out & Proud is back and better than ever! Join us for a competitively fun night of bingo hosted by local drag queen.
Poughkeepsie Pride 2026
Come join the Mid-Hudson Valley's largest Pride March, returning for its 8th Year!
A powerful expression of love and unity on the waterfront of the Queen City, Poughkeepsie Pride is a March & Festival spread across the City of Poughkeepsie, culminating in the celebration on the banks of the Hudson River.
ABOUT POUGHKEEPSIE PRIDE
Dutchess County Pride Center was the brainchild of five Dutchess County parents who refused to accept the lack of a local LGBTQ+ organization to provide support to their trans children. One of the first events the Center did was the inaugural 2019 PKGO Pride Parade & Festival, starting on historic Market Street in the City of Poughkeepsie and culminating at the beautiful waterfront Waryas Park.
Every June since, Dutchess Pride has continue to host a monthlong celebration of pride and diversity which includes numerous social events throughout Dutchess County. Additional past events have included picnics, get-togethers, fun runs, author's talks, and theatrical performances.
The annual Poughkeepsie Pride March & Festival is always held on the second Saturday in June.
High Tea with The Doctor - Out & Proud 2026
Out & Proud is back and better than ever! Join us at The Pandorica in Beacon for an afternoon tea to remember. P.S., the restaurant is bigger on the inside!
Free STI Screening
A partnership between Cornerstone Health & Dutchess Pride, free and confidential STI/STD screenings.
No fee | Appointments Required | 18+
Prior appointments required, walk-ins unfortunately cannot be accommodated
Call or Text 845-972-2302 or 845-972-1123 to Make an Appointment
STI/STD Screenings are held by appointment only on Second & Fourth Tuesdays from 2 - 5pm at:
Dutchess County Pride Center | 766 Main Street | Poughkeepsie
Testing Offered for:
HIV (rapid testing, results in 20 minutes)
Hepatitis C (HCV) (rapid testing, results in 20 minutes)
Chlamydia (lab testing, results in 3-7 days)
Gonorrhea (lab testing, results in 3-7 days)
Syphilis (lab testing, results in 3-7 days)
If We Need to Cancel:
The screening team will reach out to you directly if the appointment needs to be cancelled or rescheduled. Please call or text 845-972-2302 or 845-972-1123 if you have questions.
Crafty Queers
An inclusive makerspace for LGBTQ+ creatives
No fee | No registration necessary | 18+
Walk-ins are welcome!
Crafty Queers meets on the Fourth Monday of Every Month from 7 - 8pm at:
Dutchess County Pride Center | 766 Main Street | Poughkeepsie
Services Offered:
Hands-on creative exploration.
Engage in writing, watercolor, painting, scrapbooking, and more.
Supplies are provided free of charge for many mediums; feel free to bring your own!
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.
Inclusive Trans Adult Initiative
A hangout and peer support group for transgender and gender non-conforming individuals.
No fee | No registration necessary | 18+
Walk-ins are welcome!
ITAI meets on the Second & Fourth Sundays of Every Month from 6 - 7pm at:
Dutchess County Pride Center | 766 Main Street | Poughkeepsie
Services Offered:
Peers sharing stories and experiences.
Peers asking questions and sharing answers.
Affirming space to exist and express yourself.
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 Day of Visibility Art Project
Join us as we create a meaningful piece of expressive community art in celebration of Trans Joy! The final result will be publicly displayed all year at the Pride Center’s Community Art Wall. All supplies (and pizza) will be provided! Come join us!
No fee | No registration necessary | 18+
Sunday, March 22nd, 2026 from 1:00pm-4:00pm
Dutchess County Pride Center | 766 Main Street | Poughkeepsie
What Happens:
Community based art creation in solidarity and celebration of Trans Joy.
All supplies provided.
Free Pizza!
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 this event.
Tween Meetup
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.
The Classic Mix IN PERSON
A discussion and peer support group for LGBTQ+ adults 50+, offering opportunities for connection, friendship, and engagement.
No fee | No registration necessary | 18+
Walk-ins are welcome!
The Classic Mix meets on the First & Third Thursdays of Every Month from 4 - 5pm.
Join us in this supportive community space, having conversations that reflect who we are, what challenges us and concerns us. Let’s celebrate our uniqueness.
First Thursdays are Online Via Zoom. Third Thursdays are in person at:
Dutchess County Pride Center | 766 Main Street | Poughkeepsie
Services Offered:
Peers sharing stories and experiences.
Peers asking questions and sharing answers.
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.
Quiet Social Club
An quiet space for calm connection. Enjoy being social in a space that doesn’t require you to be social.
No fee | No registration necessary | 18+
Walk-ins are welcome!
Quiet Social Hour meets on the Second Wednesday of Every Month from 7 - 8pm at:
Dutchess County Pride Center | 766 Main Street | Poughkeepsie
What Happens:
Bring a book to read, a craft to work on, or join us to engage in quiet conversation in a low pressure setting
Enjoy being around others without the pressure to chat.
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.
BIPOC Meetup
A discussion and peer support group for LGBTQ+ black, indigenous, Latinx, and people of color.
No fee | No registration necessary | 18+
Walk-ins are welcome!
BIPOC Meetup meets on the First & Third Tuesdays of Every Month from 7 - 8pm at:
Dutchess County Pride Center | 766 Main Street | Poughkeepsie
Services Offered:
Peers sharing stories and experiences.
Peers asking questions and sharing answers.
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.
Queer Women Connect
A discussion and peer support group for women and those who feel comfortable in a space centering on the experiences of women.
No fee | No registration necessary | 18+
Walk-ins are welcome!
QWC meets on the First & Third Mondays of Every Month from 7 - 8pm at:
Dutchess County Pride Center | 766 Main Street | Poughkeepsie
Services Offered:
Peers sharing stories and experiences.
Peers asking questions and sharing answers.
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
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.
Proud Parents Support Group
A support group for parents of LGBTQ+ children of all ages.
Free STI Screening
Free, Confidential STI Testing in partnership with Cornerstone Family Health.
Please call or text (845) 704-7729 to make an appointment or ask any question.
Free Screening of ‘Pillion"‘ - Out & Proud 2026
Out & Proud is back and better than ever in 2026! Join our friends at the renowned Starr Cinema in Rhinebeck for a showing of the hit British queer film Pillion, starring Harry Melling and Alexander Skarsgard.
Tween Meetup
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.
The Classic Mix ONLINE
A discussion and peer support group for LGBTQ adults 50+, offering opportunities for connection, friendship, and engagement.
Let’s meet, greet, and repeat every 3rd Thursday of the month.
Join us in this supportive community space, having conversations that reflect who we are, what challenges us and concerns us. Let’s celebrate our uniqueness.
Get Your Mind Write
A space for gentle stretches for all bodies, mediation and generative writing prompts to help ease your mind and body.
Event Archive
Check out all the previous events that the Pride Center has done!