Get ready for the most fun-filled Tuesdays of the summer! Poughkeepsie Galleria is thrilled to announce the return of its highly anticipated Tykes Tuesday summer series. Back for the 2026 season, the center has packed the calendar with exciting activities, live entertainment, and unforgettable experiences, all completely FREE for local families.

Running every Tuesday morning at 11am from July 7 through August 25, Tykes Tuesday provides kids and parents a brand-new reason to celebrate the sunny season. This year’s lineup includes K9 police demonstrations, hands-on pizza-making classes, professional magic acts, comedy clown performances, and free admission to Bounce! Trampoline Park & Regal Cinemas. This year’s summer program is proudly sponsored by K104, and the K104 street team will be making special appearances at select events throughout the season with music, giveaways, and even more family fun. Families can also look forward to several unexpected surprises hidden within the weekly schedule!

The Official 2026 Tykes Tuesday Lineup Includes:

– July 7: Pizza Making Class with Sicilian Delight

– July 14: Magic Show with the Great Charlini

– July 21: Free Movie at Regal (Summer Movie Express): The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants

– July 28: Bee Bee the Clown Performance

– August 4: Free Movie at Regal (Summer Movie Express): Despicable Me 4

– August 11: K9 Demo with the Town of Poughkeepsie Police Dept.

– August 18: Free Admission to Bounce! Indoor Trampoline Fun

– August 25: Free Admission to Bounce! Indoor Trampoline Fun

“We are so excited to bring Tykes Tuesday back to the community for 2026,” said Katherine McCullough, Poughkeepsie Galleria Marketing Director. “Summer is all about making memories, and we’ve curated a high-energy lineup that keeps kids active, smiling, and engaged. The center is ready to become the ultimate Tuesday destination for Hudson Valley families!” With the return of this community-favorite program, Poughkeepsie Galleria continues to strengthen its retail, dining, and family entertainment offerings for the region.

While every single event in the lineup is 100% free to attend, spots for individual sessions are limited and fill up incredibly fast. Registration is required, so parents and guardians are strongly encouraged to grab their family’s place before slots are gone.

For full event details and to reserve your free tickets, visit www.poughkeepsiegalleriamall.com/tykes-tuesday.