Eastdale Village Pickle Festival to return to Poughkeepsie

The Eastdale Village Pickle Festival for Animal Shelters is scheduled to take place in Poughkeepsie on Saturday, August 22. The event will run from 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. at Eastdale Village.

The festival features more than 80 vendors, pickle-themed food, and live music from 10 bands performing across two stages. Activities include pickle trivia, a pop-up flash tattoo shop, and a pickle-themed photo booth. Local animal shelters will participate by hosting adoptable puppies and dogs, with event proceeds intended to support these organizations.