POUGHKEEPSIE – The annual music festival that raises money and collects food for a local food pantry is set for its 18th annual performance today, February 1, 2026. “Foodstock” was an anticipated event at the Chance Theater until it closed but  worked with promoters Ryan Michael and Lorenzo Angelino to keep the multi-band fundraising show going.

At Mahoney’s Irish Pub & Steakhouse, 35 Main Street in Poughkeepsie, attendees can enjoy a variety of music from 17 bands, including Sucka Punch, to raise money for Dutchess Outreach and the Children’s Home of Poughkeepsie.  Tickets are only $20, and non-perishable food donations are being accepted for the food pantry at Dutchess Outreach.  Doors open at 11 a.m.

Sponsored by and , bands will play on two different stages at Mahoney’s, beginning at noon.  Sucka Punch is expected to close out the show, taking the stage at 7:15 p.m.  Ticket holders are not required to stay, and with appropriate credentials, will be allowed to leave the venue and return.

Dozens of raffles and a 50/50 will be available for patrons who want to help raise additional funds and take a chance at winning great prizes.

Over the past 18 years, the Foodstock Fund has provided over 400,000 meals for those in need in the Hudson Valley and provided a full holiday meal for the kids who live at the Children’s Home.

Tickets for today’s event are available at the door.  All ages are welcome, and children 12 and under are free.  Donations are also accepted on Venmo @FoodstockFund.

Foodstock 18 Lineup:

Foodstock 18 lineup


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