Heritage StarFest

Tyler Nordgren

Heritage StarFest 2024

Started in 2010, this annual festival celebrates the amazing night skies of Capitol Reef and surrounding Wayne County. Come learn more about astronomy, our connection to the night sky, and how darkness is important to the health of all living things.

Hosted by Capitol Reef National Park and the Entrada Institute, this year's event will take place on September 27th and 28th.

Activities and events are free and will take place both in the park and in the nearby town of Torrey, 11 miles west of the visitor center.

Friday, September 27th:
Programs will take place in Capitol Reef National Park.

Check in for updates for programs offered for the 2024 Heritage Starfest as they become available.

If you are interested in volunteering for this event, please email the park to see how you can help out.

 

Capitol Reef staff stand near a telescope with the Milky Way illuminating the night sky.

NPS Jeff Zylland

Saturday, September 28:
Events will take place at Capitol Reef National Park, Torrey Park,100 North 75 East, Torrey, UT and at the Entrada Institute's Robbers Roost, 185 W. Main Street, Torrey, UT.

Check in for updates for programs offered for the 2024 Heritage Starfest as they become available.