Remember this? When the Spirit of Beacon Day went to its Rain Date in 2023? It was may the 2nd time in its decades old history. Fortunately, the day held out, and it was a beautiful day for the Spirit of Beacon Day 2023.
It was a year of firsts and lasts for the Spirit of Beacon Day.
The (second but major) move to go to rain date.
The first year the Beacon Farmers Market was allowed by stay open by the City of Beacon. This was major! Spirit of Beacon Day Committees have been advocating for this for years.
The first year that Dutchess County dedicated a shuttle bus to Beacon that circled from the MTA Beacon Train Station to Main Street to help people park for free down at the train station and get shuttled up. It was possibly the last year for a musical stage at Cross Street, as construction may begin there for build a new building in that garden.
On this page, please find the Parade Participants, Table Vendors and Sponsors for 2023.
Sunday, October 1, 2023
Join us on Beacon’s Main Street on
Sunday, September 24th for
Spirit of Beacon Day 2023!
Festivities: 11am-4pm
11-4pm Music & Community Vendor Tables
Between Brett Street (Key Food) & Teller Avenue (Yankee Clipper Diner)
Parade: 1-2pm
Parade goes down Main Street between Wolcott Ave. (Bank Square) & Tioronda (Howland Cultural Center)
Rain Date is Sunday October 1, 2023.
But, rain or shine is our plan if possible, due to scheduling for vendors, bands, etc.
:: BATHROOMS ::
Porta-Potties For Public Use
(Please don’t ask businesses for their bathrooms)
Corner of North Brett & Main St (near Key Food)
Corner of Eliza & Church (far corner Rite Aid Parking Lot)
Corner of South Chestnut & Henry St (far corner Rite Aid Parking Lot)
Pohill Park behind visitors center along Wolcott Ave
Corner of North Chestnut and Church St (near St. Rocco's)
:: 2023 Parade Lineup ::
Starts on Main Street at Wolcott Avenue and goes to Tioronda (Howland Cultural Center)
:: 2023 Vendor Tables ::
Between Brett Street (Amacord) and Teller Avenue (Yankee Clipper Diner)
2023 Beacon Of Light Sponsors
2023 Mountain Sponsors
2023 River Sponsors
2023 SPIRIT SPONSORS
Last Outpost
314 Main Street, Beacon, NY
Really cool boutique with a handsome and rugged style. Shirts, hats, sunglasses, custom Beacon mugs and merch, etc.
The Pink Unicorn (aka David Shelley
Look for The Pink Unicorn almost every Saturday and Sunday in Beacon. As the pink unicorn makes its way down Main Street.
The Beacon Creamery
134 Main Street, Beacon NY
Beacon’s go-to for ice-cream on the train-side of the mountain (west side)
Supreme Pianos of NY
1004 Main Street Fishkill
For all your acoustic piano needs, including tuning, sales, repair, moving and storage.
Sara Mikulsky Wellness Physical Therapy, PLLC
18 W. Main Street, Suite 3
Beacon, NY 12508
Sara Mikulsky Wellness Physical Therapy provides holistic healthcare to the Hudson Valley. We provide services such as physical therapy, personal fitness and nutrition coaching. We work with all kinds of clients looking to decrease pain, recovery from surgery, get fit, improve posture and live healthier lives. Feel free to contact us at www.saramikulsky.com to find out how we can help you!
Kitchen Sink
157 Main Street
Beacon, NY 12508
Feeds R Us
351 Main Street
Beacon, NY 12508
JonCar Realty
451 Main Street
Beacon, NY 12508
District Social
511 Fishkill Avenue
Beacon, NY 12508
Axe throwing, full bar, live music, and more.
M+T Bank
200 Main Street
Beacon, NY 12508
Main Office Co-Work Space
234 Main Street
Beacon, NY 12508
The Main Office Space is a collaboration and co-working space located on Main Street in Beacon. We rent out corporate retreat space, conference rooms and desks by the day, week or month.
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September 2024
- Sep 25, 2024 2024 Spirit of Beacon Day Parade Line Up Sep 25, 2024
- Sep 24, 2024 2024 Spirit of Beacon Day Vendor Tables Sep 24, 2024
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July 2024
- Jul 5, 2024 2024 Theme Announcement For Spirit Of Beacon: "Unity in the Community" Jul 5, 2024
- January 2024
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October 2023
- Oct 8, 2023 Thank You Beacon Community For Spirit Of Beacon Day 2023 Oct 8, 2023
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September 2023
- Sep 26, 2023 NEEDED: Volunteers For Spirit Of Beacon Parade, Bus, Table Sep 26, 2023
- Sep 25, 2023 A Round Of Thank You's After Our Postponement! Sep 25, 2023
- Sep 23, 2023 MOVED: Spirit Of Beacon Day Is Moving To Sunday, October 1, 2023 Sep 23, 2023
- Sep 21, 2023 The 2023 Spirit Of Beacon Day Parade And Festivities Is Continuing On September 24, 2023 Sep 21, 2023
- Sep 19, 2023 Dear Spirit of Beacon Vendor Table People: Here Is Your Lineup Sep 19, 2023
- Sep 19, 2023 Rain Date For 2023: What It Takes To Go To Rain Date And When We Make The Call Sep 19, 2023
- Sep 19, 2023 Dear Spirit Of Beacon Parade Participants: Here Is Your Lineup Sep 19, 2023
- Sep 18, 2023 Dutchess County Offers Designated Shuttle Bus For Spirit Of Beacon Day Attendees Parking At Train Station Sep 18, 2023
- Sep 15, 2023 Parade People Must Register To Be In The Spirit Of Beacon Parade 2023 Sep 15, 2023
- Sep 15, 2023 Musical Lineup Announced For Spirit Of Beacon Day 2023: TonyE Returns and Last Year For Cross Street Stage Sep 15, 2023
- Sep 11, 2023 Spirit Of Beacon Committee Presents Agenda For The Day At City Council Meeting Sep 11, 2023
- Sep 11, 2023 Beacon Natural Market Returns To Sponsor Spirit Of Beacon Day 2023! Sep 11, 2023
- Sep 11, 2023 Yanarella Sponsors Spirit Of Beacon Day 2023! Sep 11, 2023
- Sep 11, 2023 Because Of Sponsors, The Marching Cobras Of New York Are Returning To Spirit Of Beacon Day Parade 2023! Sep 11, 2023
- Sep 11, 2023 The Pink Unicorn Returns To Sponsor Spirit Of Beacon Day 2023 Sep 11, 2023
- Sep 11, 2023 Supreme Pianos Of New York Sponsors Spirit of Beacon Day 2023 Sep 11, 2023
- Sep 11, 2023 The Last Outpost Returns As Spirit Of Beacon Sponsor 2023 Sep 11, 2023
- Sep 5, 2023 The Station Sponsors Spirit Of Beacon 2023 Sep 5, 2023
- Sep 5, 2023 Volunteer Meeting Tonight Tuesday 9/5/2023 Sep 5, 2023
- Sep 5, 2023 Verplanck Auto Returns As Spirit Of Beacon Sponsor 2023 Sep 5, 2023
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August 2023
- Aug 31, 2023 The Roundhouse Returns As A Beacon Of Light Sponsor Of Spirit Of Beacon Day 2023 Aug 31, 2023
- Aug 31, 2023 That Time The Spirit Of Beacon Logo Was Used As Halloween Yard Decor In Beacon Aug 31, 2023
- Aug 31, 2023 Rabe & Co Returns As Sponsor For Spirit Of Beacon Day 2023 Aug 31, 2023
- Aug 31, 2023 Katie James Inc. Returns As Branding Volunteer For Spirit Of Beacon 2023 Aug 31, 2023
- Aug 31, 2023 Key Food Returns As Sponsor For Spirit of Beacon Day 2023 Aug 31, 2023
- Aug 31, 2023 Beacon Free Press Features Spirit Of Beacon's 2023 Preparations Aug 31, 2023
- Aug 29, 2023 Sponsorships Open For Spirit Of Beacon Day 2023! Deadline Is September 4th For Printing Aug 29, 2023
- Aug 11, 2023 Volunteers Wanted For 2023 Spirit Of Beacon - All Kinds Of Positions Available Aug 11, 2023
- Aug 11, 2023 Thank You 2022 Spirit of Beacon Day Sponsors! Aug 11, 2023
- Aug 1, 2023 Table Registrations Filling Up For Spirit Of Beacon Day 2023! Aug 1, 2023
- Aug 1, 2023 Theme For Spirit Of Beacon Day 2023: "Level Up" Aug 1, 2023
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June 2023
- Jun 22, 2023 The Spirit Of Beacon Day 2023 Is Open - Committee Is Back Jun 22, 2023
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May 2023
- May 23, 2023 YES! Spirit of Beacon Day 2023 Is Happening! May 23, 2023
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February 2023
- Feb 1, 2023 Kids Size T-Shirts Are Available! Available At Spirit Of Beacon Website Feb 1, 2023
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January 2023
- Jan 28, 2023 Spirit of Beacon Day 45th Year Merchandise For Sale On Website! Free Pickup Available! Jan 28, 2023
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September 2022
- Sep 25, 2022 All Free Public Parking Lots Open For Spirit Of Beacon Day 2022 Sep 25, 2022
- Sep 23, 2022 2022 Map Of Main Street Parade and Vendor Tables Sep 23, 2022
- Sep 23, 2022 Vendor Table Assignments and Setup | Spirit of Beacon Day 2022 Sep 23, 2022
- Sep 21, 2022 Grand Marshal Car For Former Mayor Randy Casale Sep 21, 2022
- Sep 20, 2022 Programming Sign Up At Key Food Beacon Sep 20, 2022
- Sep 17, 2022 Volunteers Needed To Pass Out Spirit Of Beacon Day Flyers Sep 17, 2022
- Sep 17, 2022 Verplanck Auto Sponsors Spirit Of Beacon Day At The Mountain ($1,000) Level Sep 17, 2022
- Sep 16, 2022 Banner Is Up At Key Food Beacon Thanks To Our Top Beacon Of Light Sponsors Sep 16, 2022
- Sep 15, 2022 Spirit Of Beacon Day Flyers Are Ready! Looking For Spirit Volunteers To Help Distribute Sep 15, 2022
- Sep 12, 2022 Musical Lineup Meeting At Veterans Place - Coming To You Soon! Sep 12, 2022
- Sep 11, 2022 Parade Lineup Videos - Helping You Know Where To Go Sep 11, 2022
- Sep 9, 2022 Former Mayor Randy Casale Accepted To Be This Year's Spirit of Beacon’s Grand Marshall Sep 9, 2022
- Sep 8, 2022 Stephen Claire Of Beacon Music Factory Coordinating Music And Performances For Spirit Of Beacon Day Sep 8, 2022
- Sep 6, 2022 Table Arrangements In The Works! After School Clubs Are Welcome To Register Their Own Tables Sep 6, 2022
- Sep 4, 2022 Porta Potty Plans Are In - Free Parking Lot Spaces Will Be Open Sep 4, 2022
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August 2022
- Aug 28, 2022 Bagpipe Bands Are Booked For Beacon's 45th Spirit Of Beacon Day! Aug 28, 2022
- Aug 27, 2022 Raven Rose Signs On As Spirit Sponsor Aug 27, 2022
- Aug 24, 2022 Meeting With Chiefs Of The City Of Beacon - Map Of Parade Participants In The Works Aug 24, 2022
- Aug 23, 2022 New Logo For Spirit Of Beacon - Winner Announced! Aug 23, 2022
- Aug 19, 2022 PlaymakerUPumas Sign On As Top Level Beacon Of Light Sponsor Of Spirit Of Beacon Day 2022! Aug 19, 2022
- Aug 19, 2022 Hudson Valley Goldsmith Signs On As Top Level Sponsor For Spirit of Beacon Day 2022! Aug 19, 2022
- Aug 13, 2022 The Roundhouse Signs On As A Top Level Sponsor Of Spirit of Beacon Day Aug 13, 2022
- Aug 13, 2022 Sara Mikulsky, Wellness Physical Therapy, PLLC Sponsors Spirit Of Beacon Day At Top Level Aug 13, 2022
- Aug 5, 2022 Logo Design Contest For Spirit Of Beacon Day's 45th Year Aug 5, 2022
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July 2022
- Jul 31, 2022 Key Food Beacon Signs On As First Sponsor For Spirit Of Beacon Day! Jul 31, 2022
- Jul 30, 2022 Beacon Free Press Announces New Chair Of Spirit Of Beacon Day, In Its 45th Year Jul 30, 2022
- Jul 30, 2022 Highlands Current Announces New Spirit Of Beacon Chair and Theme For 2022 Jul 30, 2022
- Jul 28, 2022 Sponsorships Available For The First Time For Spirit Of Beacon Day! Jul 28, 2022
- Jul 28, 2022 Registration For Spirit of Beacon Day Parade Open! Deadline Approaching! Jul 28, 2022
- Jul 28, 2022 Registration For Vendor Tables Open! Deadline Is Approaching Jul 28, 2022
- Jul 28, 2022 Volunteer Opportunities Open Now For Spirit Of Beacon Day 2022! Jul 28, 2022
- Jul 26, 2022 2022 Theme Announced For Spirit Of Beacon: "The Origin Story" Jul 26, 2022
- Jul 26, 2022 New Chairperson And Committee Appointed For Spirit Of Beacon Day's 45th Year Jul 26, 2022
- Jul 14, 2022 Save The Date! Spirit Of Beacon Day 2022 Happening On September 25 Jul 14, 2022
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May 2020
- May 7, 2020 Spirit Of Beacon Day Committee Meeting During Covid Lock-Down May 7, 2020
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October 2019
- Oct 5, 2019 Spirit Of Beacon Day 2019 Oct 5, 2019
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October 2018
- Oct 5, 2018 Spirit Of Beacon Day 2018 Thank You Notes Oct 5, 2018
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July 2018
- Jul 21, 2018 Spirit Of Beacon Barbecue Fundraiser Celebration - Proceeds Going To Parade & Festival Jul 21, 2018
- Jul 15, 2018 Spirit Of Beacon Barbecue Fundraiser At The Beacon Elks Club Jul 15, 2018
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March 2018
- Mar 18, 2018 New Volunteer Comittee Formed To Carry Torch For 41st Year (2018) Mar 18, 2018