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JANUARY

Some Event In trees Hot, Arizona, US fun

Some Othere Event In trees Hot, Arizona, US more fun

Some Star Party Under the stairs El Cajon, California, USA No fun

Star Party Down Under Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary Flinders Ranges, South Australia , Australia Canceled

Partial Solar Eclipse Observation Pekan Rabu, Langkawi Kuah, Langkawi, Malaysia Public outreach and observation of the partial solar eclipse schedule to happen early and late afternoon local time. Organize by National Planetarium group and Falak Online

Regional Meeting of Amateur Astronomers Gardner-Webb University Boiling Springs , North Carolina, USA This year's event will again feature speakers, vendors, swap-tables, door prizes and an astrophotography/sketching contest.

European AstroFest Kensington Conference and Events Centre London, England, United Kingdom Europe's largest astronomy and space convention, organized by Astronomy Now magazine. http://www.facebook.com/AstroFest

FEBRUARY

Cedar Key Star Party Cheifland Astronomy Village Cedar Key, Florida , USA This star party is held at Cedar Key which is about 50 miles southwest of Gainesville on the gulf coast. The Cheifland Astronomy Village is about 20 min away.

Northern Lights Cruise Norway cruise Alta, Norway Please join us on a 14 night Northern Lights Cruise on the Marco Polo. Feb. 14, 2013 http://cruisedivision.com/2011Emails/Beverly/2.html

SCAS Winter Star Party Florida Keys Marathon, Florida, USA At West Summerland Key (a.k.a. "Spanish Harbor Key") in the Florida Keys. Astrophotographers and amateur astronomers often bring their families from across the U.S. and around the globe to make it a truly international event. Southern winter skies are a real treat for our Canadian and northern friends! This special 6 day long "Stellar Star Party" includes vendors promoting their latest products for amateur astronomy, nationally recognized guest speakers, a popular "Kids Kamp", mirror-grinding lessons, the ever popular door prize giveaway on Friday afternoon and much more!

BOBFEST - Regional Gathering of Amateur Astronomers Catawba Science Center Hickory, North Carolina, USA The Catawba Valley Astronomy Club, along with the Catawba Science Center and the Cleveland County Astronomical Society will be hosting the 25th annual "BoBfest" on February 18th, 2017. Doors will open at 8:30 am and throughout the day the event will feature presentations, astrophotography displays, and door prizes. Equipment vendors will also be available as will information about local events and facilities, and the chance to engage with amateur and professional astronomers from the region.

Death Valley Star Party Death Valley National Park/Furnace Creek Resort Las Vegas, Nevada, USA Furnace Creek Inn and Ranch Resort in Death Valley National Park invites the Las Vegas Astronomical Society to conduct their Annual Death Valley Star Party. Enjoy crystal clear desert skies at night. During the day enjoy horseback riding, golfing the world's lowest golf course, biking, touring Death Valley National Park, tennis, spa treatments, spring-fed pools, and gourmet meals at the beautiful Furnace Creek Resort. Call Phyllis at (760) 786-3353 for special Resort rates and additional information.

Orange Blossom Special Annual Star Party Withlacoochee River County Park Dade City, Florida, USA Our event is 5 days and 4 nights of observing and conversations with others interested in or just learning the wonders of the Universe. Things to do at the star party along with the viewing of the dark skies include astronomy related lectures, solar viewing, watching mirror grinding in action, nature hikes, learning what type telescope (or binoculars) will work best for you, hayrides, musical jam sessions, swap table, door prizes and much more. It is a great event geared for the whole family.

Dark Sky Festival in Harmony, FL Township of Harmony Harmony, FL, USA Free, fun, family event 6pm - 11pm

11th annual Dark Sky Festival Harmony Town Square Harmony, FL, USA 11th Annual Dark Sky Festival for 2 nights, 5-10pm February 28 -and- March 1, 2014. Meet Astronaut Story Musgrave and much more! http://www.harmonyfl.com/Amenities/dark-sky-festival

MARCH

Hodges Gardens Star Party Hodges Gardens State Park Florien, Louisiana, USA The Baton Rouge Astronomical Society is sad to announce that our annual Hodges Gardens Star Party has been indefinitely suspended. The State of Louisiana, in its infinite wisdom, has chosen to close Hodges Gardens State Park and return the property to private control. We hope the private owners will find a way to re-open the park, but we have no reason to expect they will. At one time, Hodges Gardens was the largest privately owned botanical gardens in the US. Now, it appears, Louisiana is prepared to abandon it to history. As of this time, we have been unable to find another suitable location for our event.

Isle of Wight Star Party Isle of Wight, UK Newport, Isle of Wight, Isle of Wight, England, UK In hiatus

The Joshua Tree 2011 Messier Marathon Joshua Tree Lake RV and Campground Joshua Tree, California, USA OUR FIRST MESSIER MARATHON!!! We are very excited about this event as it will give us a chance to see what the sky can deliver at our site. Since we are able to project the images of the event on our screens, the entire list of objects found will be recorded and presented, "LIVE" for the audience to see. A presentation about Charles Messier will be given and an overview of how the sky is cataloged in modern astronomy. Bring your scopes and join in! VISUAL ASTRONOMY WILL BE HAPPENING!

Kielder Forest Star Camp Kielder Forest Bellingham, Northumberland, UK A five night star party under England's darkest sky in the remote Border region.

Tri Star Guilford Technical Community College Jamestown, North Carolina, USA The Triad Starfest, TriStar for short, is a gathering of astronomers of all types, from novice to professional, for a full day of presentations, displays, & observing. The event allows astronomy enthusiasts to share ideas, learn about a range of astronomical topics, get together with old friends, and make new ones. On the campus of GTCC in Jamestown, NC. In addition to a series of speakers scheduled throughout the day, there will be a wide range of astronomical displays, assorted astronomy-related vendors, prize drawings, "how-to" help for astronomy beginners, an astrophotography exhibition, and daytime and nighttime observing sessions (weather permitting).

Snake Valley Astro Camp Crystal Lake Cabins, Snake Valley Ballarat, Victoria, Australia Fantastic dark sky event. The Coal Sack, LMC & SMC can all be seen with naked eye.

Test event Under the stairs Podunk, WA, USA Just a waste of time

Wagman Winterfest Deer Lakes Park Russellton, Pennsylvania, USA Heavy snow that had fallen earlier in February, 2010, kept us from accessing the observatory hilltop, so Wagman Winterfest XVII was canceled. We're hoping for better things this year. Consider joining us!

Central European Deepsky Imaging Conference Ars Electronica Center Linz, Austria Two whole days of sessions - covering all topics regarding astronomical imaging - should establish a new pan european information standard; for professionals as well as for beginners.

Mid Atlantic Mirror Making Seminar Redden State Forest Georgetown, DE, USA The purpose of the Seminar is to introduce proven successful mirror making techniques and practices to those wishing to make their own mirrors. Special emphasis will be placed on successfully figuring the mirror. All mirror-making materials will be furnished and expert mirror makers will be available to guide each person’s activities. We will begin with 6” F-8, 8” F-6, and 10” F-6 mirrors and tools with diamond generated curves; ready for 220 grit. Successful mirror makers will leave the Seminar with a fine-figured mirror ready for aluminizing. They will also have the skills, knowledge and confidence to repeat the process as desired. Although our purpose is to ensure each mirror maker is successful, there is no guarantee of results.

Tennessee Spring Star party Fall Creek Fall's State Part, Tn, Pikeville , Tennessee, US Friday setup at 2:00pm-Speakers on Saturday-Observing both Friday and Saturday nights-. Venders at Inn-No registration fee. Pack up by 2:00pm Sunday-See details at CAS website or e-mail

Don Surles Mirror Making Workshop #18 St Jones Reserve Dover, DE, United States The Delmarva Stargazers will host the Telescope Mirror Making Workshop Thursday March 21 through Sunday March 23, 2019, at the St Jones Reserve 818 Kitts Hummock Road, Dover, DE, USA. The purpose of the Workshop is to introduce proven successful mirror making techniques and practices to those wishing to make their own mirrors. Special emphasis will be placed on successfully figuring the mirror. Please visit our website at delmarvastargazers.org for more information.

Georgia Sky View Camp McIntosh Flovilla, Georgia, United States The Georgia Sky View, an annual event held at Camp McIntosh near Flovilla, Ga. Easily accessed from I-75 about 50 miles south of Atlanta. Speakers, displays, door prizes and more! Great facilities include dorms with available beds and showers, a dining hall with ice and electricity, a nice grass field for camping on site!

All-Arizona Messier Marathon Hovatter Airstrip Salome, Arizona, Arizona, USA Please check the SAC web site, at www.saguaroastro.org, periodically for more details on the 2011 event.

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International Sidewalk Astronomy Night various places around the world Sidewalk Astronomers will be taking to the streets to share the night sky with the public around the world on the evening of April 20.

The OzSky Star Safari Warrumbungles Mountain Motel Coonabarabran, New South Wales, Australia The OzSky Star Safari (formerly called the Deepest South Texas Star Safari) is an exclusive annual event held near Coonabarabran, NSW - The Astronomy Capital of Australia - aimed primarily at assisting amateur observers from the Northern Hemisphere by providing them with the opportunity to experience the grandeur of the Southern skies without the need to transport large telescopes. OzSky 2019 will be held during the week of March 31 - April 7, 2019, however many participants often choose to arrive in Sydney a few days earlier to explore the City of Sydney or simply to acclimatize to the local time zone. For further details, including booking and registration information, please visit: http://www.OzSky.org .

International Dark Sky Week Everywhere Created in 2003 by high-school student Jennifer Barlow, International Dark Sky Week has grown to become a worldwide event and a key component of Global Astronomy Month. Each year it is held in April around Astronomy Day. This year celebrations begin on Sunday, March 31, and run through Saturday, April 7 (click here for resources to use during the week).

APRIL

Stokes Star Party New Jersey School of Conservation, Stokes State Forest Branchville, NJ, USA Cancelled

The Spring Equinox Star Party Kelling Heath Weybourne, England, United Kingdom The Spring Star Party at Kelling Heath is organised by the Norwich Astronomical Society. The star party was initially purely an observing event aimed more at the experienced observer. However it is gaining popularity with over 200 pitches booked at the 2016 event and a number of trade stands present. Whether you are a veteran of the star party and looking forward to meeting up with old friends or a total newcomer, you will find this event a welcoming and fun way to enjoy the dark skies that North Norfolk has to offer.

Autumn Southern Star Party Night Sky Caravan Farm Bonnievale, Western Province, South Africa Due to an administrative mix-up, this event did not take place

Northeast Astronomy Forum, Space & Telescope Show (NEAF) Rockland Community College Suffern, NY, USA The world's largest astronomy show! Over 100 vendors, 8 speakers, Saturday and Sunday Workshops and much, much more.

Southern Star Astronomical Convention Wildacres Retreat Little Switzerland, North Carolina, USA Formal Astronomy Presentations ⋅ Equipment Display ⋅ Astro-imaging Display ⋅ Swap Table Wildacres is a private retreat with modern facilities including motel-like private rooms with bath, a glass-enclosed dining room combining great family-style meals with beautiful views overlooking the mountain ridges, and a small auditorium. All of these facilities are tucked away under the trees at the top of a mountain ridge, but with enough open areas for viewing the night skies.

NorthEast Astro-Imaging Conference (NEAIC) Crowne Plaza Conference Center Suffern, NY, USA IMAGINE! In the past decade, NEAIC has grown in both size and stature, becoming one of the most eagerly anticipated astronomical imaging conferences in the United States. Devoted to all aspects of Astronomical Imaging, this two-day event hosts leaders and acknowledged experts in extra solar planets, variable star, minor planets, asteroids, comets, and supernova research with the intention of fostering pro-am collaborations. With attendance expected to be nearly 200, you will be very busy both days networking and learning from both amateur, semi-pro, and professional astronomers.

South Jersey Astronomy Club Spring Star Party Belleplain State Forest Belleplain, New Jersey, USA SJAC Sring Star Party will be held at one of the darkest sites in the region -- the athletic field at Belleplain State forest.

Southern Star City of Rocks State Park Silver City, NM, USA The event takes place at New Mexico's City of Rocks State Park - home to thousands of strange monolithic rock formations found in only six other locations in the world. Great dark skies.

Astronomy Day Novins Planetarium Toms River, New Jersey, USA

OMSI Astronomical Photometry, Spectroscopy and Astrometry Workshop Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI) Portland, OR, USA The workshop labs will demonstrate step-by-step techniques in making photometry and spectroscopy measurements. The spectroscopy workshop labs will demonstrate the principles of spectroscopy instruments.

Planet Walk B & O Trail From Glen Burnie to Severna Pa, Maryland, Anne Arundel Country

9th Annual Dark Sky Festival Harmony Melbourne, Florida, USA Fun & FREE family event. Stargazing, astronomers, live music & entertainmant, science exhibits and demos. NASA speakers, Starlab Mobile Planetarium, Cosmic kids zone, food & drinks, "glow golf" & more!

Beginning/Advanced Adult Astronomy Camp Mt. Lemmon Observatory Tucson, Arizona, USA Astronomy Camps are immersion adventures in DOING science. Participants become astronomers operating large telescopes (20, 60, 61-inch diameters), interacting with leading scientists, and interpreting their own scientific measurements. The Camps are held in the "Sky Island" environment of Mt. Lemmon Observatory (9200 feet). Participants observe and record celestial objects to learn first-hand about astronomy, physics, mathematics, and engineering. Camps include daytime lectures with hands-on activities about forefront topics. No prior knowledge of astronomy is required.

Mid-South Star Gaze and Astronomy Conference Rainwater Observatory French Camp, Mississippi, USA Rainwater Observatory is gearing up for its annual Midsouth Stargaze and Astronomy Conference coming up April 22-25, 2020! This event attracts amateur and professional astronomers from around the country. It is held under one of the few remaining dark skies in the southeastern United States and just off the beautiful Natchez Trace Parkway near the village of French Camp, Mississippi. Join us this year for fun, fellowship, observing, door prizes and fascinating presentations by professional astronomers and others! Registration and conference details can be found at our website.

Autumn 2014 Southern Star Party Night Sky Caravan Park Bonnievale, Western Cape, South Africa The Autumn 2014 Southern Star Party will be held at Night Sky Caravan Park, Bonnievale, South Africa, from April 25 to May 04. This two-week-end event promises to be a spectacular observing experience.

MAY

RTMC Astronomy Expo Farewell to the RTMC For 51 years, the RTMC Astronomy Expo, formerly the Riverside Telescope Makers Conference, was the premier astronomy event in the western US. The RTMC Astronomy Expo was held for the last time in 2019.

Star Gaze Star Party Trap Pond State Park Laurel, DE, USA Cancelled for 2019. Check the website for 2020.

Camp Delany Star party Sunlakes State Park Coulee City, Washington, USA There are cabins, a meeting area and dining area as well as hot showers. The cost is $60 and includes 8 meals, a place to sleep or park your camper and great dark skies.

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South Pacific Star Party (Australia) Wiruna - ASNSW's Premier Dark Sky Site Ilford, New South Wales, Australia The South Pacific Star Party (SPSP) is an Annual gathering of Amateur and professional Astronomers from across Australia and the World. The SPSP typically includes formal daytime workshops, as well as formal and informal lectures, while evening events include observing, socialising, and public sky tours for those of you who are not so familiar with the stellar skyscape, or if you just want to view some of the more obscure objects in the sky.

XII Cilento's Star Party Il Forno Antico - farm holidays San Mauro la Bruca (SA), Campania, Italy This year AstroCampania, astronomer amateur group, organize XII edition of Cilento's Star Party. More info (in italian): http://acgo.it/xiisp

NCRAL 2019 (North Central Region of the Astronomical League) Stony Creek Hotel & Convention Center Moline, IL, USA Greetings from the Popular Astronomy Club, host for NCRAL 2019 May 3-5 in Moline, Illinois. The theme is Astronomical Voyages of Discovery: Past, Present, and Future. Registration is open with an "early bird" discount through March 15. We have a full program planned with speakers, door prizes, side trips, good food, and opportunities to network with other amateur astronomers. Everyone welcome! Any questions email us at 2019NCRALInfo@gmail.com

Tennessee Spring Star Party Fall Creek Falls State Park Pikeville, Tennessee , TSSP is a dark sky speaker, vender , and observing astronomy event. Talks will occur on Saturday, observing on Friday and Saturday nights. The public will be welcomed with Park van service from 7 to 10 from the FCF’s Inn. No registration or fee, make your own lodging and meals accommodations. The observing field is a no can amping zone however you may observe all night and snack and nap as you want. Red light rules apply. Hope to see you at TSSP.

Annual Meeting of the AAVSO Crowne Plaza Hotel St. Louis, MO, USA

Two Rivers Spring Star Party 2757 N 1st Ave Barry, Illinois, USA We invite you to come enjoy a weekend under the Stars at the Fourth Annual Two Rivers Spring Star Party. Explore the Universe on a 20 acre field. Come see if you can spot the Andromeda Globular Cluster. Guest Speakers, Raffle Drawing. Campers and Rv's along with pets are welcome. Visit the Birth Place of Mark Twain, Shopping nearby, Come work on an Astronomical Society Certificate, meet new friends, or get re-aquaitinted with old friends, Pre-Registration ends April 15th, walk ups will be higher. Catering is available. We are hard to find but worth the drive.

Rencontres Astronomiques du Printemps (RAP) Craponne-sur-Arzon Saint-Etienne, Le Puy en Velay, France With more than 250 members, this is one of the largest event in France and Western Europe, from the binocular to the 800 mm dobson. See our website at http://www.astrorap.fr

The Joshua Tree Astronomy Festival Joshua Tree Lake Campground and RV Park Joshua Tree, California, USA As of today, Monday, May 3, We are way behind in our construction of the theater screens and the general camping area. To top it off, one of our key organizers, Ken Keller, has passed away and another has quit his participation with our group. Do to the added effort required to be prepared for a grand event, we regret to say we are making our event smaller with less than we wanted to acheive. We will be working with the same dates and time lines, just not so much will be anticipated. Thanks, team scdva.org

Public Skywatch at Belleplain State Forest Belleplain State Forest Belleplain, New Jersey, USA Rain-date is May 7, 2011. The South Jersey Astronomy Club hosts public skywatches at Belleplain State Forest throughout the year. Skywatch details are posted on our home index page. Skywatches usually begins about 7:30PM, and admission is free! Once inside Belleplain State Forest, just follow the signs to the public parking lot (free) and then walk the short distance on to the observing field.

Lake Hudson Dark Sky Gaze Lake Hudson State Park Clayton, MI, USA Dark Sky Preserve - Daily or Annual State Park entry fee needed to enter. Summer site is the picic area - Winter site is the beach. It is a public park and may have an occasional headlight problem.

Astronomy Day World Wide Check the web site for the latest information about Astronomy Day. Contact the Astronomy Day Headquarters or astronomy club or planetarium nearest you for specific information. Be sure to put "Astronomy Day" in subject line.

Aurora Borealis Weekend Gordon's Park Dark Sky Preserve Manitoulin Island, Ontario, Canada Aurora Watch, Camping and Observing in the RASC designated Dark Sky Preserve with workshops, slide shows, wine & cheese welcome, presentations, photographing the Aurora and more. To register: 705-859-2470 To inquire: rita@gordonspark.com

Teleskoptreffen Frankfurt, Germany

Georgia Sky View - Indian Springs State Park - Camp McIntosh Jackson, GA, USA The Flint River Astronomy Club will again host its annual Georgia Sky View star party at the beautiful Indian Springs State Park just outside Flovilla, Georgia. This is 4-day/3night event starting at 2 PM May 13th through May 16th, 2010. Facilities include a large viewing field, large dining hall, craft & display building, men's and women's dormitories complete with showers, and on-field camping. Motor homes welcomed but no hookup facilities are available. The "Pot Luck" dinner is on again for this year. FRAC will provide the burgers and soft drinks, you bring your favorite dish. Hope to see you there. Steve Bentley Georgia SKy View Coordinator Flint River Astronomy Club wd4ity@bellsouth.net 478-994-4552

Texas Star Party 3500 acre ranch Ft. Davis, TX, USA Week-long gathering of 400+ amateur astronomers under very dark skies, afternoon and evening talks, vendors, astrophoto, sketching, ATM, and observing activities and contests.

Adult Girl Scout Leaders Astronomy Camp Mt. Lemmon Observatory Tucson, Arizona, USA STEM training workshop held at Biosphere 2 sponsored by NASA through SETI Institute and NIRCam for the James Webb Space Telescope.

Tennessee Spring Star Party Fall Creek falls State Park Pikeville, Tennessee, USA Tn Spring Star Party (TSSP) - Vendors, speakers and programs in Astronomy. Two nights of public viewing. This program offers several hours of public viewing. The State Park provides shuttle buses to and from the field for guest. The State Park Hotel offers special weekend rates for the public and astronomers attending the event. Please contact the hotel for rates and availablity.The Astronomy event is free to attend and there are no registration fees.

Symposium on Telescope Science Ontario, CA, USA The annual SAS Symposium has become one of the premiere events for amateur astronomers and for building pro-am collaborations. Amateurs, and some professionals, make presentations covering a wide range of topics, from imaging basics, to photometry, to spectroscopy, to instrumentation, and more. Observing targets reach from near-Earth to the edges of the Universe. If you're at least a little interested in astronomical research, this is one of the events you should plan to attend each year.

Wisconsin Observers Weekend Hartman Creek State Park Waupaca, WI, USA Enjoy a laid-back weekend of observing at this regional event held under the dark skies of central Wisconsin. Sponsor: NEWSTAR (NorthEast Wisconsin STARgazers) Information: bpeter76@yahoo.com Web: WWW.new-star.org

Cherry Springs Star Party Cherry Springs State Park Coudersport, Pennsylvania, USA The Cherry Springs Star Party or CSSP will be held at Cherry Springs State Park near Coudersport, PA. Cherry Springs State Park is well known for very dark skies and we hope you'll enjoy them with us at the Cherry Springs Star Party!

Michiana Star Party Dr. T.K. Lawless Park Vandalia, Michigan, USA The Michiana Astronomical Society will be holding it's 12th annual star party May 31 through June 2, 2019. Michiana Star Party Nine - MSP9 Location: Dr. T.K. Lawless Park 15122 Monkey Run Street Vandalia, MI 49095 It's about 35 miles north east of South Bend, IN.

JUNE

empty Joshua Tree Astronomy Arts Theater Joshua Tree, CA, USA

Star Conn 2015 Wesleyan University Middletown, CT, USA Starconn is a day long astronomy 'convention.' It is held in the Science Center of Wesleyan University in Middletown, CT. The day is the product of the Astronomical Society of Greater Hartford and is sponsored by the Astronomy Department of Wesleyan University.

Apollo Rendezvous Boonshoft Museum of Discovery & John Bryan Observatory Dayton, Ohio, USA Apollo Rendezvous, hosted by the Miami Valley Astronomical Society in Dayton, Ohio, is one of the premier annual gatherings of amateur astronomers in the Midwest. Visit http://www.mvas.org/ or contact: Linda Weiss AR Chair ar@mvas.org

Spring Starfest Evergreens Cemetery Brooklyn, New York, USA take a tour of our solar system and universe during its annual Spring Starfest in Woodlawn Cemetery. The0756 goal is to teach, educate, and foster a culture of stargazing and public science engagement.

Beginning Teen Astronomy Camp Mt. Lemmon Observatory Tucson, Arizona, USA Astronomy Camps are immersion adventures in DOING science. Participants become astronomers operating large telescopes (20, 60, 61-inch diameters), interacting with leading scientists, and interpreting their own scientific measurements. The Camps are held in the "Sky Island" environment of Mt. Lemmon Observatory (9200 feet). Participants observe not only by eye but also by recording celestial objects to learn first-hand about astronomy, physics, mathematics, and engineering. Camps include daytime lectures, tour of the University's Mirror Lab, and hands-on activities about forefront topics. No prior knowledge of astronomy is required.

Beginning/Advanced Astronomy Camp for Adults Mt. Lemmon Observatory Tucson, Arizona, USA Mt. Lemmon Observatory Introductory coverage of astronomy, engineering, & physical science; operate 12, 24, and 32-inch telescopes; observe with the 61" Kuiper telescope.

Central Texas Star Party Eagle Eye Observatory Lake Buchanan, Texas, USA

Apollo Rendezvous Boonshoft Museum of Discovery Dayton, OHIO, USA Our guest speaker will be J. Kelly Beatty- Senior Editor of Sky & Telescope This Premier Midwest Convention has World Class Speakers, Digistar Planetarium shows, Vendors, Swap meet, Raffle, and Great Door Prizes, followed by a BBQ & Star Party!

Brothers Star Party for Oregon Observatory Oregon Rocketry Launch Site Brothers, OR, USA This is a primitive dark site about 40 miles from Bend and Prineville, OR. Access for all vehicles is an easy two mile drive from US 20. Attendees from past astronomy events at this site have nothing but rave reviews about the dark sky!

Spring Meeting of the AAVSO Toranto, Ontario, Canada The AAVSO usually organizes two meetings each year, one in the fall (usually late-October) and one in the spring (usually April or May). Meetings are held in different locations each year. This makes it more convenient for members and observers from different regions of the US (and abroad) to attend. Anyone interested in the AAVSO and its activities is invited and encouraged to participate in our meetings.

StarConn/100th Anniversary of the Van Vleck Observatory Symposium Wesleyan University Middletown, Connecticut, USA This annual day-long astronomy "convention" is held at the Science Center at Wesleyan University in Middletown, CT Professor William Herbst and Professor Edward Moran, department chair & the staff at the Van Vleck Observatory are our hosts to make this event possible. Please join us in celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Van Vleck Observatory.

StarConn CFA Hall, Wesleyan University Middletown, CT, USA Starconn is a day long astronomy 'convention.' It is held in the Center for the Arts and the Van Vleck Observatory at Wesleyan University in Middletown, CT. The day is the product of the Astronomical Society of Greater Hartford and is sponsored by the Astronomy Department of Wesleyan University. This year StarConn is celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Van Vleck Observatory on Wesleyan's campus with the refurbished 20" Clark refractor.

Bryce Canyon Astronomy Festival Bryce Canyon National Park Cedar City, Utah, USA Annual Astronomy Festival under the last great sanctuary of dark skies. Oriented to general public. Solar viewing, workshops, science lectures, ranger talks, guest speakers, telescope viewing, and dark skies (limiting magnitude 7+). Guest astronomers with telescopes must register prior to arriving.

XIII Cilento's Star Party - Italy Il Forno Antico - farm holidays San Mauro la Bruca (SA), Campania, Italy This year AstroCampania, astronomer amateur group, organize XIII edition of Cilento's Star Party. More info (in italian): http://acgo.it/xiiisp

Advanced Teen Astronomy Camp Mt. Lemmon Observatory Tucson, Arizona, USA Astronomy Camps are immersion adventures in DOING science. Participants become astronomers operating large telescopes (20, 60, 61-inch diameters), interacting with leading scientists, and interpreting their own scientific measurements. The Camps are held in the "Sky Island" environment of Mt. Lemmon Observatory (9200 feet). Participants observe not only by eye but also by recording celestial objects to learn first-hand about astronomy, physics, mathematics, and engineering. Camps include daytime lectures, tour of the University's Mirror Lab, and hands-on activities about forefront topics. No prior knowledge of astronomy is required.

Cruising the Moon Joshua Tree Lake Campground Joshua Tree, CA, USA Join us for a journey to the Moon. We will use high definition electronically assisted imaging techniques and projecting the tour onto our giant 9 by 12 screens. Sit back and enjoy the ride!

Sangre Star Festival Westcliffe, Colorado Pueblo & Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States A Dark Sky Solstice Celebration for dark sky defenders, amateur astronomers and casual star seekers. Music, art, lectures, glow in dark painting, camping, stellar speakers, stargazing and much more.

Grand Canyon Star Party Grand Canyon National Park North and South Rims Tusayan, AZ, AZ, USA The Grand Canyon Star Party is a public star party. You can volunteer with your telescope, or just join us under some of the darkest skies in the country. See the website for details.

Green Bank Star Quest Green Bank National Radio Asrtonomy Observatory Green Bank, West Virginia, USA Optical and radio astronomy star party. Held in the senic high mountain valley at the Green Bank National Radio Asrtonomy Observatory. Educational and fun event for the whole family. Camping, observing at you campsite, hot showers nearby, Snack Bar and hot home style meals available on site. Keynote speaker Dr. Seth Shostak and other noted speakers nightly. Workshops, presetations and childrens activities daily. Some of the best beautifull dark night skys (weather permitting) in the east. It may not be heaven but we feel it is pretty close.

Rocky Mountain Star Stare Starry Meadows, Gardner, CO Gardner, CO, United States Rocky Mountain Star Stare (RMSS) is an annual star party sponsored by the Colorado Springs Astronomical Society. Held every summer, RMSS has been one of the nation’s premier star parties for the last 30 years. Located on 35 acres of land, RMSS’s “Starry Meadows” is conveniently located just over two hours southwest of Colorado Springs (just outside of Gardner, CO), between the Sangre de Cristo and Wet mountain ranges, at an altitude of 7,612 feet above sea level. RMSS annually plays host to 350+ amateur and professional astronomers, family and friends.

Craters of the Moon Star Party Craters of the Moon National Monument Arco, Idaho, USA •View planets, galaxies, gas clouds and double stars! • Get expert sky guidance and astronomy info! • All telescopes available for public viewing! • Don’t forget to bring your own telescope and binoculars too! • Overnight camping sites available in the campground. • RV overnight parking allowed in caves parking area for astronomers with a telescope. We are asked to not block the north pull-through parking.

Rocky Mountain Star Stare Gardner Westcliffe, Colorado, USA Rocky Mountain Star Stare 2016! Check out the website, http://www.rmss.org for all the information and details!

Golden State Star Party Frosty Acres Ranch Adin, California, USA Located at Frosty Acres Ranch near the town of Adin in northeast California, GSSP is at an elevation of 4400 feet with a stunning view of Mount Shasta 66 miles to the west. Our event combines excellent skies with picturesque wilderness and farmland, nearby towns, great catered food, and distance from city lights. This will be the 10th year for this event.

JULY