Upcoming Night Sky Events

Free astronomy events take place throughout the year. No sign-up needed. Dates, times, and details below. Map showing South Rim event locations >

 
Full Moon seen rising above Vishnu Temple, just after the sun set on the horizon. This wider view of the mile deep canyon landscape is from Powell Point on the South Rim. Cliffs, ridgelines and buttes are seen under the pinkish glow

Monday, January 13th

Full Moon Rise over Grand Canyon

Description: Watch the Sun set in the west at 6:13 pm, but also turn to the east and watch the Full Moon rise over the Canyon at 6:03 pm! This is not a formal program--just something to make sure you see! Once-a-month special event!

Time:
 Sunset is at 6:13 pm. Arrive half hour early. Moon rise is 6:03 pm. Look northeast.

Location: South Rim - Mather Point, Hopi Point, Yavapai Point, Maricopa Point

 
A map of South Rim Village and the surrounding area, showing the locations of the night sky programs, the South Rim Visitor Center, and Shrine of the Ages Auditorium. Black flags  pinpoint each location.
Map shows the locations of the night sky evening programs in relation to Grand Canyon Village on the South Rim of the park. The evening program sites are tagged with a black flag: South Rim Visitor Center (right) and Shrine of the Ages Auditorium (center). Public parking lots are shown in yellow with the identifying letter or number of the lot in red that correspond to signs posted at the parking lots.
 

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Last updated: December 15, 2024

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