Night Sky & Astronomy Programs

Views of the stars and Milky Way over RMNP

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

Check back for details on the Summer 2026 Night Sky 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.

 

Moon rising over mountain peaks in Rocky Mountain National Park

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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.