Stargazing
Texas Parks & Wildlife is working to improve night skies in our state parks through the Dark Skies Program.
July 2024
Jul
26
8:00p
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Jul
26
8:30p
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Stargazing - CANCELED
Cooper Lake State Park - South Sulphur Unit
I wish I may, I wish I might, wish upon a star tonight!
Jul
27
6:30p
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Staring at the Sun (Safely)
Pedernales Falls State Park
Using special equipment, we'll look for sunspots, solar flares, and talk about our closest star!
Jul
27
7:00p
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"Deep Dives" Summer Speakers Series
Balmorhea State Park
Have you ever wanted to know more about the stars, the uses of native plants, the way nature affects our brains, and more? We have a talk for you every Saturday in June and July!
Jul
27
8:00p
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Jul
27
8:30p
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Star Party
Pedernales Falls State Park
Come join the Austin Astronomical Society in viewing stars, planets and galaxies through dozens of different telescopes!
Jul
27
8:30p
End Date
Moonlight Moth Night
Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park
It’s National Moth Week! See what the buzz is about as we light the way for moths and more.
Jul
31
9:45p
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Dark Sky Tour
Davis Mountains State Park
Come join us as we appreciate some of the darkest skies in the U.S.
August 2024
Aug
2
7:00p
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Staring at the Sun (Safely)
Pedernales Falls State Park
Using special equipment, we'll look for sunspots, solar flares, and talk about our closest star!
Aug
2
8:30p
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Aug
3
10:00a
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Solar Radiation: Friend or Foe?
Martin Creek Lake State Park
The Sun is in both parts a deadly laser and the progenitor of life on Earth. Join us at the park where we'll be doing some activities teaching about both sides!
Aug
3
7:00p
End Date
"Deep Dives" Summer Speakers Series
Balmorhea State Park
Have you ever wanted to know more about the stars, the uses of native plants, the way nature affects our brains, and more? We have a talk for you every Saturday in June and July!
Aug
3
7:00p
End Date
Staring at the Sun (Safely)
Pedernales Falls State Park
Using special equipment, we'll look for sunspots, solar flares, and talk about our closest star!
Aug
3
7:45p
End Date
Stargazing 101!
Purtis Creek State Park
Join a ranger to craft a star chart & explore the constellations!
Aug
3
8:30p
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Aug
3
8:30p
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Star Party
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us for a night under the stars to learn what's out there in the night sky!
Aug
3
9:00p
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Star Walk
Copper Breaks State Park
Observe the stars and planets through a telescope at Copper Breaks.
Aug
3
9:00p
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Aug
8
9:15p
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Aug
9
9:00p
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Star Stories
Lockhart State Park
Discover the constellations that decorate our summer sky and listen to the exciting tales that surround them!
Aug
10
7:00p
End Date
Staring at the Sun (Safely)
Pedernales Falls State Park
Using special equipment, we'll look for sunspots, solar flares, and talk about our closest star!
Aug
10
8:30p
End Date
Aug
10
8:45p
End Date
Star Party with the San Antonio Astronomical Association
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for stargazing and planet watching!
Aug
10
9:00p
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Stargazing the Texas Night Sky
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
“The stars at night are big and bright …” Learn more about one of Texas’ best natural resources – the night sky.
Aug
11
End Date
The Perseids Meteor Shower
Fort Boggy State Park
Come out to the park to view the most popular meteor shower.
Aug
11
10:00p
End Date
Poolside Perseids
Balmorhea State Park
It's much easier to wish upon a star... or ten... or twenty, when you can see them clearly!
Aug
17
8:00p
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Let's View the Moon and Stars in the Park
Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park viewing the galaxy by using star maps, a laser pointer and telescopes.
Retired National Park Ranger and Astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through the planets, moon and stars.
Aug
17
8:30p
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Aug
23
8:00p
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Aug
24
10:00a
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Introduction to Stargazing
Bonham State Park
Are you interested in stargazing? Stop by and learn some tips and tricks to get started.
Aug
24
8:00p
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Star Party
Lost Maples State Natural Area
Join us for a look at the stars with the San Antonio Astronomical Association.
Aug
31
6:00p
End Date
Staring at the Sun (Safely)
Pedernales Falls State Park
Using special equipment, we'll look for sunspots, solar flares, and talk about our closest star!
Aug
31
8:00p
End Date
Star Party
Pedernales Falls State Park
Come join the Austin Astronomical Society in viewing stars, planets and galaxies through dozens of different telescopes!
Aug
31
9:00p
End Date
Aug
31
9:00p
End Date
Stargazing (BYOBinoculars)
Caddo Lake State Park
Join a ranger on an astronomy tour of stars, planets, and oddities!
September 2024
Sep
6
8:45p
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Sep
14
8:30p
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Sep
14
8:45p
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Star Party with the San Antonio Astronomical Association
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for stargazing and planet watching!
Sep
27
8:00p
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Sep
28
8:00p
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Sep
28
8:00p
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Let's View the Moon and Stars in the Park
Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park viewing the galaxy by using star maps, a laser pointer and telescopes.
Retired National Park Ranger and Astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through the planets, moon and stars.
Sep
28
8:30p
End Date
Star Party
Lake Brownwood State Park
Join us for a night under the stars to learn what's out there in the night sky!
October 2024
Oct
5
8:00p
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Oct
12
8:45p
End Date
Star Party with the San Antonio Astronomical Association
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for stargazing and planet watching!
Oct
19
8:00p
End Date
Let's View the Moon and Stars in the Park
Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park viewing the galaxy by using star maps, a laser pointer and telescopes.
Retired National Park Ranger and Astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through the planets, moon and stars.
Oct
25
8:00p
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Oct
26
8:00p
End Date
November 2024
Nov
2
7:00p
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Stargazing Party in the Park
Lake Whitney State Park
Enjoy an evening in the park as you explore the galaxy by star maps and telescope. Retired national park ranger/astronomer Larry Smith will guide you through the planets, moon and stars with fascinating facts.
Nov
9
8:45p
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Star Party with the San Antonio Astronomical Association
Guadalupe River State Park
Join us for stargazing and planet watching!
Nov
22
7:00p
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Nov
22
8:00p
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Nov
23
End Date
Star Party with Hill Country Astronomers
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Join the Hill Country Astronomers for a night of telescope stargazing at a Dark Sky Park.
Nov
23
8:00p
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December 2024
Dec
21
8:00p
End Date