Night Sky & Astronomy Programs

Half the Park is After Dark - Explore Wonders of the Night Sky in Rocky Mountain National Park!

Thank you for exploring the wonders of the night sky with us! Rocky's 2025 Astronomy & Night Sky programs have ended for the season.

Check back here in spring 2026 for details on next summer's program schedule.

Astronomy in the Park

Check back in spring 2026 for next summer's schedule!

The evening begins with a Park Ranger-led program focused on wonders of the night sky as the sun begins to set. As twilight transitions to night, enjoy looking up at features of the night sky using telescopes provided by an amazing team of night sky volunteers.

Stories of the Moon & Stars

Check back in spring 2026 for next summer's schedule!

The moon and stars have inspired humans and their stories for thousands of years. This program begins with a Park Ranger-led program that features fun family-friendly activities for all ages.

As the sun sets and twilight transitions to night, enjoy looking up at different features of the night sky using telescopes provided by a great team of volunteer astronomers.