Stargazing
Texas Parks & Wildlife is working to improve night skies in our state parks through the Dark Skies Program.
November 2025
Nov
23
6:00p
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Star Party - Amateur Astronomy
Join a Ranger to learn about the night sky and telescopes
Nov
26
6:30p
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Eyes on the Sky
Davis Mountains State Park
Learn how to star hop with a pair of binoculars as you enjoy the dark skies of Far West Texas.
Nov
27
11:00a
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Coffee with a Ranger: Skins & Skulls
Barton Warnock Visitor Center
Join Ranger Omar to learn about some of the critters that call BBRSP home.
Nov
28
6:00p
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Nov
29
6:30p
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Nov
29
7:00p
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Stargazing by the Shore
Mustang Island State Park
(11/22 PROGRAM CANCELLED) Adventure away from a well-lit world and explore our cosmos through the dark skies of Mustang Island!
Nov
29
7:00p
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Marvel at the Moon
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
The last Saturday of the month is for the moon and stars.
December 2025
Dec
6
1:00p
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Dec
6
2:00p
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Gems of the Universe
Cooper State Park - South Sulphur Unit
The Geminids Meteor shower when and where to see them!
Dec
6
5:30p
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Star Party with the Hill Country Astronomers
Blanco State Park
The stars at night are big in bright deep in the heart of Texas Hill Country!
Dec
6
6:30p
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Dec
12
6:00p
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Dec
13
6:00p
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Dec
13
6:00p
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Christmas Starfest at Enchanted Rock
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
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.
Dec
13
9:00p
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Dec
14
4:00p
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Caroling on the Mountain
Big Spring State Park
Go tell it on the mountain! Join us for a magical evening under the stars with night sky viewing, caroling, and pictures with Santa.
Dec
19
5:30p
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Cold New Moon Night Hike
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Hike the challenging 0.8-mile Summit Trail with a ranger shortly after sunset and experience the magic of nightfall on Enchanted Rock!
Dec
20
6:00p
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Christmastime Constellations
Pedernales Falls State Park
Come see what constellations and other objects are found in our December sky!
Dec
20
6:30p
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Holiday Star Party
Galveston Island State Park
Join us for a stellar astronomy program to witness a breathtaking view of the stars!✨ Bring your own chair or blanket!
Dec
20
6:30p
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Star Party in the Borderlands *Reservations Required*
Big Bend Ranch State Park
The stars at night are big and bright✨✨✨! Join park rangers on a tour across our galactic neighborhood.
Dec
20
7:00p
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Stargazing by the Shore
Mustang Island State Park
(11/22 PROGRAM CANCELLED) Adventure away from a well-lit world and explore our cosmos through the dark skies of Mustang Island!
Dec
20
8:00p
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Dec
21
7:00p
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Dec
27
6:00p
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Christmastime Constellations
Pedernales Falls State Park
Come see what constellations and other objects are found in our December sky!
Dec
27
7:00p
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Stargazing by the Shore
Mustang Island State Park
(11/22 PROGRAM CANCELLED) Adventure away from a well-lit world and explore our cosmos through the dark skies of Mustang Island!
January 2026
Jan
1
6:00p
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First Day Hike: Full Moon Forest
Martin Creek Lake State Park
Take a stroll by the light of the silvery moon.
Jan
17
6:30p
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Star Party in the Borderlands *Reservations Required*
Big Bend Ranch State Park
The stars at night are big and bright✨✨✨! Join park rangers on a tour across our galactic neighborhood.
Jan
24
7:00p
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Explore the Night Sky
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Take a tour of the winter night sky with an amateur astronomer.
April 2026
Apr
18
8:00p
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Spring Star Party with UT ASA
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join the University of Texas Astronomy Students Association for a fabulous Star Party under our Central Texas skies!