Glacier Point Star Party

During summer, amateur astronomy clubs host star parties at Glacier Point Amphitheater in cooperation with the National Park Service. This is an informal program—drop in anytime after 8:30 and stay however long you like!

Star parties will be canceled if the sky is overcast.

• July 3–4: Santa Cruz Astronomy Club
• July 10–11: San Jose Astronomical Association
• July 17–18: MIRA
• July 31–August 1: Peninsula Astronomical Society
• August 7–8: Mount Diablo Astronomical Society
• August 14–15: Tri-Valley Stargazers

Fees

This is a free program.

Location

Glacier Point is located about one hour from Yosemite Valley. From Wawona Rd (Hwy 41), turn onto Glacier Point Road. Drive to the end of the road and use Glacier Point Parking. The amphitheater is a few minutes' walk from the parking area.

Latitude and Longitude 37.727895, -119.573050

Schedule

Drop in anytime after 8:30 pm and stay however long you like. Parties usually last 2 to 4 hours, depending on the hosting organization and the night sky conditions.

Event Type

• Campfire/Evening Program
• Partner Program