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Places to Go, Stars to See

star party graphicKeep up with astronomy and space events from coast to coast with these listings. They include star parties, museum events, public talks, and many other events. We'll add new activities as we hear about them, so check back often for events in your area.

We also have listings of observatories, planetariums, and other public facilities that offer views through telescopes at various times of the year.

See also: McDonald Observatory On-site Programs

If you want to add your event to this list, please send your information using "Star Party listing request" on our Contact Form.

West

 

EXHIBIT
From the Redwood Forest to the Gulf Stream Waters
Exhibition of night-sky photos from national parks
Hiouchi Visitor Center, Redwood National Park, Crescent City, California
October 19, 2018 through January 13, 2019, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Free admission

SKYWATCHING
Experience the Night
Tumacacori National Historical Site, Tumacacori, Arizona
Geminid meteor shower
December 12, 2018, 5-8:30 p.m.
Park entrance fee applies
(520) 337-5060

SKYWATCHING
Experience the Night
Tumacacori National Historical Site, Tumacacori, Arizona
Lunar eclipse
January 20, 2019, 5-8:30 p.m.
Park entrance fee applies
(520) 337-5060

SKYWATCHING
Park After Dark: Meteor Marvels
Tonto National Monument, Roosevelt, Arizona
January 26, 2019, 7-9 p.m.
Free admission
(928) 467-2241

SKYWATCHING
Park After Dark: Solar System Stroll
Tonto National Monument, Roosevelt, Arizona
February 16, 2019, 7-9 p.m.
Free admission
(928) 467-2241

SKYWATCHING
Park After Dark: Black Holes and Beyond
Tonto National Monument, Roosevelt, Arizona
Apriul 27, 2019, 7-9 p.m.
Free admission
(928) 467-2241
 

East

 

SKYWATCHING
Stargazing Through Telescopes
Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore, Indiana
December 8, 2018, 5-7 p.m.
(219) 395-1821
Free admission

SKYWATCHING
Arts, Culture & Fun: Astronomy - the Supermoon
106th Street and Central Park West, New York
January 20, 2019, 6-7:30 p.m.
(718) 360-1444
Free admission

SKYWATCHING
Arts, Culture & Fun: Astronomy -The Winter Sky
Van Cortlandt Nature Center, Van Cortlandt Park, Bronx, New York
January 26, 2019, 6-7:30 p.m.
(718) 548-0912
Free admission

SKYWATCHSKYWATCHINGArts, Culture & Fun: AstronomyAlley Pond Park Center, Queens, New YorkFebruary 24, 2019, 6-7:30 p.m.(718) 352-1769Free SKY
SKYWATCHING
Arts, Culture & Fun: Astronomy
Alley Pond Park Center, Queens, New York
February 24, 2019, 6-7:30 p.m.
(718) 352-1769
Free admission

SKYWATCHINGArts, Culture & Fun: Astronomy -The Night SkySalt Marsh Nature Center, Marine Park, New YorkFebruary 2, 2019, 6-7:30 p.m.(718) 421-2021Free admission
   

 

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Blue-Green Giant
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Blue Neptune