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Special Event
Event
Crystal Coast Star Party 2024: Starlight Cruise to Cape Lookout Lighthouse
This event has already occurred. This page is provided for reference only.
Fee:
Starlight cruises are reservation only. The ferry service is run by Island Express Ferry Service. Adult tickets are $29.00, and children (Ages 3-11) are $17.00. For reservations call 252-728-7433.Location: LAT/LONG: 34.685654, -76.526238
Visitors will catch the Island Express Ferry from Harkers Island Visitor Center
Dates & Times
Date:
Friday, May 3, 2024
Time:
7:00 PM
Duration:
2 hours
Type of Event
Boat Cruise
Campfire/Evening Program
Partner Program
Talk
Ferry cruises are weather dependent. In the event of the inclement weather, there will be astronomy programs/presentations inside.
Description
Island Express Ferry Service wil be taking visitors from Harkers Island Visitor Center to Cape Lookout Lighthouse by passenger ferry. Ferry passengers will disembark from the starlight cruise for a laser-pointed tour of the night sky by a Nasa Solar System Ambassador. The only lights on South Core Banks will be the Cape Lookout Lighthouse. Visitors will be able to enjoy the dark sky of the Outer Banks.
Reservation or Registration: Yes
To purchase tickets for the starlight ferry cruise, please call Island Express Ferry Service at 252-728-7433
Please register in advance so we have an accurate head count of people attending our coastal star party.
Image Gallery
NPS Photo/S.Godin