EVENT LIST
June Solstice
The June Solstice occurs on June 21, 2023 at 9:57 am CDT or Wednesday, June 21, 2023 at 14:57 UTC. The Summer or June solstice occurs when the sun's zenith is at its furthest point from the equator. On the June solstice the Sun reaches its northernmost point and is directly over the Tropic of … Continue reading June Solstice
Full Moon
The July Full Moon (Buck Moon) occurs at 6:40 a.m. CDT on July 3, 2023.
New Moon
The New Moon in July occurs at 1:33 p.m. CDT on July 17, 2023
Full Moon
There are two Full Moon's in August this year. The first ,known as the Sturgeon Moon, occurs at 1:33 p.m. CDT on August 1, 2023.
Perseid Meteor Shower
The Perseid meteor shower will reach its maximum rate of activity on the night of August 12-13, 2023. Some shooting stars associated with the shower are expected to be visible each night from 23 July to 20 August. The moon will not be a factor this year for the peak so fantastic viewing conditions are … Continue reading Perseid Meteor Shower
Dinosaur Valley State Park Perseid Star Party
Dinosaur Valley State Park 1629 Park Rd 59, Glen Rose, TX, United StatesDinosaur Valley State Park in Glen Rose, TX will have a star party hosted by the Fort Worth Astronomical Society on Saturday, August 19, 2023, weather permitting. This star party coincides with the annual Perseid meteor shower. Bring a lawn chair that reclines for the most comfortable view of the night sky and meteor watching. … Continue reading Dinosaur Valley State Park Perseid Star Party
New Moon
The New Moon in August occurs at 4:38 a.m. CDT on August 16, 2023.
Lunar Occultation Of Antares
Occultations occur when the Moon passes in front of another celestial object and temporarily hides or covers it up in the sky. The bright star Antares or Alpha Scorpii which is the brightest star in the constellation of Scorpius. Antares will disappear behind the Moon around 10:00 p.m. CDT for observers in Texas on the … Continue reading Lunar Occultation Of Antares
Saturn at Opposition
The ringed planet will be at its closest approach to Earth and its face will be fully illuminated by the Sun. It will be brighter than any other time of the year and will be visible all night long. This is the best time to view and photograph Saturn and its moons.