Astronomy Programs (including Star Parties)

Intro to Astro: Join a ranger and volunteers for an introduction to astronomy at our International Dark Sky Park.
Spring Star Party with UT ASA: THIS EVENT CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER, 04/18/2026. Join the University of Texas Astronomy Students Association for a fabulous Star Party under our Central Texas skies!
Intro to Astro: Join a ranger for an introduction to astronomy at our beloved Dark Sky Park.
September Star Party with the Hill Country Astronomers: Bring your telescope or binoculars and join us for a night of star viewing at Enchanted Rock!
October Star Party with the Central Texas Astronomers: Join the CTA for a for a night of star viewing at Enchanted Rock! Set out your blankets, turn off your phones, and prepare for a night of stargazing at our International Dark Sky Park.
Perseids Watch Party!: Stargaze with us and see some meteors on the second peak night of the Perseids Meteor Shower!
November Star Party with the Austin Astronomical Society: Set out your blankets, turn off your phones, and prepare for a night of stargazing at our International Dark Sky Park.
Pink Moon Viewing Party: Bring your telescope or binoculars and join us for an evening of moon viewing!
November Star Party with the Hill Country Astronomers: Set out your blankets, turn off your phones, and prepare for a night of stargazing at our International Dark Sky Park.
Christmas Starfest at Enchanted Rock: What's better than wishing upon a star? Wishing upon 4,500 stars at once.... and also, Santa at the same time! Join Texas Parks and Wildlife staff for our biggest star party of the year, with telescopes run by experienced Rangers, holiday activities for the kids, a star tour, and an introductory astronomy lesson.