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Starry Skies of Balmorhea

9:00p to 11:00p
Sat, June 17, 2023
Balmorhea State Park
(432) 375-2370

🎉 Join us for an evening under the stars in the world's largest spring-fed swimming pool!

State Parks Centennial logoCome celebrate 100 years of Texas State Parks during our Starry Skies of Balmorhea constellation tour! Local astronomers will conduct an in-depth tour of our night sky, pointing out the wonders high above. 

  • Meet: Check-in at Main Office 
  • When: Event will run from 9 PM till 11 PM
  • Bring: Towels, chairs, binoculars, dress for weather
  • Cost: Free with park admission; Adults: $7, Children 12 & under: Free.
  • Registration: Advanced registration via day passes required. 
  • Important: This will be a blackout event, please limit the use of flashlights and cellphones. These items will not be permitted in the viewing area. Artificial light diminishes your night vision.  

**Park programs are subject to change/cancellation in the event of bad weather**

This is one of many 100-year celebration events happening in Texas state parks this year. Entry to a park is free on the day it hosts an official 100-Year celebration event (applies to day passes only). Guarantee entry by reserving your free day pass up to one month before this special event.