Dark Sky Astronomy Programs

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Explore Death Valley's famous dark skies through ranger talks, telescope viewings and trivia events. Learn about the cosmos and see distant galaxies, planets and stars.

Friday

Furnace Creek Star Party
Las Vegas Astronomical Society
Explore the night sky through telescopes directed at different planets, stars and more!
Ranger guided constellation tours on the half hour (7:30 PM, 8:30 PM, 9:30 PM)
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM, Furnace Creek Airport

Caltech Presents: Astronomy on Tap
Cameron Hummels and Various (California Institute of Technology)
Join Caltech Scientists for two 20-minute public astronomy talks and space-themed pub trivia over food and drinks at the Badwater Saloon! All ages welcome.
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM, Badwater Saloon, Stovepipe Wells

Saturday

Furnace Creek Star Party
Las Vegas Astronomical Society
Explore the night sky through telescopes directed at different planets, stars and more!
Ranger guided constellation tours on the half hour (7:30 PM, 8:30 PM, 9:30 PM)
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM, Furnace Creek Airport

Caltech Presents: Astronomy on Tap
Cameron Hummels and Various (California Institute of Technology)
Join Caltech Scientists for two 20-minute public astronomy talks and space-themed pub trivia over food and drinks at the Wildrose Tavern! All ages welcome.
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM, Wildrose Tavern, Furnace Creek

Sunday

NPS
Explore the incredible night sky with a ranger! Bring a red flashlight to protect night vision. Optional items: binoculars and chair.
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Furnace Creek Visitor Center

Last updated: December 28, 2024

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P.O. Box 579
Death Valley, CA 92328

Phone:

760 786-3200

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