Star parties are multi-day observing events held at dark sky sites. Astronomers camp on-site, set up telescopes, and observe deep sky objects under pristine skies. Major star parties feature vendor exhibits, talks, and astrophotography contests.
Star Party Public Observing Night @ NWACC
Mar 13 - Apr 19, 2026 · Bentonville, United States
Join the Star Party Public Observing Night at NWACC on March 13, 2026, for an evening of stargazing.
Star Party On The Prairie
Mar 21 - May 17, 2026 · Lucas, United States
Join the Star Party On The Prairie in Lucas, US, for an evening of stargazing and exploration from March 21 to May 17, 2026.
Party with a Purpose - West Plains (Starts April 10)
Apr 11-18, 2026 · West Plains, United States
Join the Party with a Purpose festival from April 11-18, 2026, at the West Plains Civic Center for music, food, and fun.
Star Party
Apr 12-19, 2026 · Brookneal, United States
Join the Star Party at Aatman Forest Resort from April 12-19, 2026, for a week of stargazing and telescope viewing.
Star Party
Apr 16-19, 2026 · Etlan, United States
Join the Star Party in Etlan, US, from April 16 to April 19, 2026, for three days of stargazing.
$75
Fort Monroe Star Party
Apr 17 - Oct 12, 2026 · Hampton, United States
Join the Fort Monroe Star Party from April 17 to October 12, 2026, for a night of stargazing in Hampton.
Star Party at Memorial Park
Apr 25 - Jul 19, 2026 · Yadkinville, United States
Join the 2nd annual Star Party at Memorial Park on April 25, 2026, for daytime STEM activities and nighttime stargazing.
April Star Party at Lake Whitney State Park
Apr 26-29, 2026 · Whitney, United States
Experience the April Star Party at Lake Whitney State Park from April 26 to April 29, 2026.
Dusk to Dark Star Party with New Overnight Option
May 2-3, 2026 · Austin, United States
Join the Dusk to Dark Star Party at Shield Ranch from May 2-3, 2026, featuring stargazing and educational sessions.
$15
Texas Star Party
May 10-17, 2026 · Fort Davis, United States
Join the Texas Star Party from May 10-17, 2026, at Prude Ranch in Fort Davis, Texas, for a week of stargazing and astronomy.
$180
FOC Star Party
May 24 - Jun 21, 2026 · Berea, United States
The FOC Star Party runs from May 24 to June 21, 2026, at Berea College's Forestry Outreach Center in Berea, US.
Nurture Nature Center 2026 Star Parties - Venus and Jupiter
May 31, 2026 · Easton, United States
Join the Nurture Nature Center Star Parties on May 31, 2026, for a night of stargazing in Easton.
2026 Nebraska Star Party
Jul 12-17, 2026 · Valentine, United States
Join the 2026 Nebraska Star Party for a week of stargazing and family fun in Valentine, US.
Snippy & The Colorado Star Party
Aug 13-16, 2026 · Colorado, United States
Join Snippy & The Colorado Star Party in Colorado from August 13-16, 2026, for a unique exploration of astronomy and high strangeness.
Nurture Nature Center 2026 Star Parties
Aug 13, 2026 · Franklin Township, United States
Experience the Nurture Nature Center 2026 Star Parties for free stargazing in Franklin Township, US.
Southern Illinois Star Party
Aug 27-28, 2026 · Carbondale, United States
The Southern Illinois Star Party on August 27-28, 2026, features a deep partial lunar eclipse at Southern Illinois University Carbondale.
Star Party
Sep 25 - Apr 11, 2026 · Quincy, United States
Experience the Star Party in Quincy, US, from September 25, 2026, to April 11, 2026.
November Star Party
Nov 15, 2026 · Whitney, United States
Join the November Star Party on November 15, 2026, at Lake Whitney State Park for a night of meteor shower viewing.