Children sitting at a table participating in a Night Sky Festival Junior Ranger program.
A small boy looks through a telescope.
A group of visitors observe the Milky Way in Big Meadows.

Night Sky Festival

Shenandoah National Park

Special Event
  • Aug 9, 2019 at 11:00 AM
  • Fees apply

Discover the Park after dark during the 2019 Night Sky Festival! Join us for stargazing, Ranger talks, kids activities, and guest presentations ranging from topics such as space weather, space travel, and our future in space. If you plan on attending one of the outdoor evening activities make sure to be prepared for the weather and bring a flashlight with a red filter. All events are free with park admission. Outdoor activities may be canceled in the case of inclement weather.

Follow the "More Information" link below for additional information.

More information

Fees

Park entrance fee required

Schedule

Date:

Aug 9, 2019

Time:

11:00 AM

Duration:

10 hours and 30 minutes

Specific programs and times TBD.

Contact Information

Mara Meisel
540-999-3500
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Event Type

  • Festival