Catskill, NY – Drivers in the Hudson Valley should expect brief delays this weekend as the Rip Van Winkle Bridge temporarily closes for a special celebration.
According to the New York State Police, the bridge will be closed to all traffic on Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 9:15 a.m. to 10:20 a.m. The one-hour closure will allow a vehicle parade to cross the bridge in honor of its 90th anniversary.
The Rip Van Winkle Bridge, which connects Greene and Columbia counties across the Hudson River, is a vital commuter and travel link. Authorities are urging motorists to plan ahead and seek alternate routes during the closure window.
The parade and festivities will be held at West End Bridge Park, 99 NY-23, Catskill, NY, near the bridge’s entrance. Officials say the event will celebrate the bridge’s role in connecting Hudson Valley communities for nearly a century.
Drivers passing through Greene County, Columbia County, or traveling toward Albany and the greater Hudson Valley region are encouraged to adjust their travel times to avoid the closure.
State police thanked the public for their patience, emphasizing that the short disruption will help honor an important milestone in New York’s transportation history.
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