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MOON: 90% Waxing GibbousAs a service to our community, Sky & Telescope lists astronomy-related events, including star parties, observatory public nights, astronomy talks, and more. Star parties offer dark skies and astronomical fellowship and often cater to families and feature special activities for kids. Public nights give the general public a chance to view the sky through large telescopes, and public talks are a great place to learn the fundamentals of the science and the craft.
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Dozens of amateur astronomers. astronomy enthusiasts, and families will gather at Camp Cullom, near Mulberry, IN, for immersion in the hobby and camaraderie of of astronomy at the 20th Indiana Family Star Party (IFSP). Features include: celestial observing every night (weather permitting), the Sky Trekker program for kids and adults on Friday evening, speakers on […]
This is a public star party for amateur astronomers and the general public. Visitors of all ages and experience will be welcomed.
On the weekends of the first quarter moon, the Escambia Amateur Astronomers and the Santa Rosa Island Authority sponsor fre public starpazes at the Pensacola Beach Pavilion, behind the Beach Ball Water Tower. Parking is free as well. We set up large telescopes on the moon, planets, comets, and brighter deep sky objects. We distribute […]
Huge telescopes, astronomy lectures, nightscape photography workshops, camping onsite under dark, dark skies during the Perseids Meteor Shower, food truck, giveaways, and more!
Star Party, Dark Sky Observing, nature tails, rocket building with kids of all ages
On the Saturdays of the third quarter moon, the Escambia Amateur Astronomers and the Florida State Parks sponsor free public star gazes for the campers at Big Lagoon State Park. The public is also invited, but the $6 per car fee still applies for Park entry. You need to check into the park gates by […]
AstroBlast is an annual event hosted by the Oil Regional Astronomical Society of western Pennsylvania. Situated on 25 acres of cleared observing field, Oil Regional offers camping with AC power for telescopes, a shower and bathroom, the David Jones classroom, and the Bruce Bedow observatory (boasting a 30" f/3 Dobsonian) and an unobstructed view of […]
Come enjoy this multi-day stargazing event under the dark skies of the Whiterock Conservancy near Coon Rapids, Iowa. In addition to dark skies and the opportunity to interact with other astronomy enthusiasts, the event offers opportunities for camping, hiking and canoeing. For details about this year’s event visit: https://www.iowastarparty.com/
Charting The Universe … From ancient times to modern days, charts have been used to help us visualize and understand the nature of our universe. This year we look at how these “charts” have and continue to be used to direct our exploration of the universe from personal observing and imaging sessions to leading edge […]
On the weekends of the first quarter moon, the Escambia Amateur Astronomers and the Santa Rosa Island Authority sponsor fre public starpazes at the Pensacola Beach Pavilion, behind the Beach Ball Water Tower. Parking is free as well. We set up large telescopes on the moon, planets, comets, and brighter deep sky objects. We distribute […]
