Special Event

Event

Fourth Annual Southeast Utah Astrofest

Canyonlands National Park

Fee:

Free.

Location: LAT/LONG: 38.378283, -109.888352


This festival takes place over 3 days (Friday, 6/20-Sunday, 6/22), in multiple locations throughout Arches National Park, Dead Horse Point State Park, and Canyonlands National Park. See event description for full location details.

Dates & Times

Date:

Friday, June 20, 2025

Time:

9:30 PM

Duration:

2 hours

Type of Event

Campfire/Evening Program

Description

Full details available here: Southeast Utah Astrofest - Canyonlands National Park (nps.gov)

  • Island in the Sky District, Canyonlands National Park—Friday, June 20, 2025
    • Daytime events at the Island in the Sky Visitor Center.
    • 9:30-11:30 PM Ranger Programs and Telescope Viewing at Green River Overlook and Grand View Point.
  • Dead Horse Point State Park—Saturday, June 21, 2025
    • Daytime events at the Dead Horse Point State Park Visitor Center
    • 9:30-11:30 PM Ranger Programs and Telescope Viewing at the Visitor Center Parking Lot and Mountain Bike Parking Lot.
  • Arches National Park—Sunday, June 22, 2025
    • 7:00-9:00 PM Guest Speakers in the Arches National Park Visitor Center theater.
    • 9:30-11:30 PM Ranger Programs and Telescope Viewing at Panorama Point, Windows Parking Lot, Delicate Arch Viewpoint Parking Lot, and Balanced Rock Parking Lot.

Weather: Telescope viewing may be cancelled or affected by clouds or storms. Programs and telescope viewing may be cancelled in the event of lightning. 

Things to know: Parking may fill at program locations. We recommend arriving before 9 PM to secure a parking spot. Please bring a red flashlight, sturdy shoes, and a jacket. 

Attending all events is free with park admission.

Pets are discouraged. Please find suitable care for furry friends, as pets are not allowed at the program locations and leaving pets inside vehicles for the duration of the event is not recommended. 


More information

Reservation or Registration: No