Stars Above the Caldera
Special Event
Spots are limited; registration required. 120 vehicle reservations are available per night.
Please join us for Valles Caldera National Preserve's annual night sky festival, Stars Above the Caldera, on June 12-13!
This year's festival, which will feature guest speakers, astrophotography tutorials, ranger-guided programs, night sky viewing, and live music, will take place during the new moon to optimize the dark sky experience for park visitors. Visit the More Info link for a nightly event schedule.
Fees
Park entrance fees apply.
Location
This event takes place in the Cabin District, located 4 miles down Valles Caldera's entrance road.
Latitude and Longitude 35.864970, -106.519053
Schedule
Date:
Jun 13, 2026
Time:
6:00 PM
Duration:
5 hours
Registered participants may arrive anytime between 6:00 and 8:00 pm.
Event Type
- Campfire/Evening Program
- Children’s Program
- Festival
- Guided Tour
- Hike
- Partner Program
- Talk
Tags:
stars, night sky, stargazing, astronomy, evening programs, ranger program, valles caldera, festival