Celebration of Lights Parade & Fireworks

This annual parade, tree lighting and fireworks finale kicks off the holiday season. Join Mayor John Tkazyik and members of the Common Council who will be joined by the Amerscott Highland Pipers, Poughkeepsie High School Jazz Ensemble and Middle School Choir, Poughkeepsie Exempt Fireman's Association Color Guard, DARE, Arlington Rotary Club, Columbia Elementary School PTA, Dutchess County Girl & Boy Scouts and several Hudson Valley Philharmonic brass ensembles. Also joining in the parade will be performances by Arm of the Sea Theatre and IABAS Traditional Brazilian Band with 200 children from Warring, Clinton and Circle of Courage elementary schools. Thunder Road Cruisers will supply several classic (50's/60's) cars plus a float representing the club and Al's Garage will also supply a float and hay ride. Finally Santa Claus will arrive on a City of Poughkeepsie Fire Engine.