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  • Dinosaur Valley State Park Star Party

    Dinosaur Valley State Park 1629 Park Rd 59, Glen Rose, TX, United States

    Dinosaur Valley State Park in Glen Rose, TX will have a star party hosted by the Fort Worth Astronomical Society on Saturday evening  April 11, 2026, 7:00 p.m. weather permitting. Please see the link below for more information. Park Entrance Fees Adult Day Use: $8 Daily Child 12 Years and Under: Free

  • International Dark Sky Week

    International Dark Sky Week is a global celebration dedicated to protecting the night from light pollution and reconnecting people with the stars. Organized by DarkSky International, the event takes place each April during the week of the new moon, when skies are naturally darkest. Communities, schools, astronomers, and environmental groups participate by hosting star parties, … Continue reading International Dark Sky Week →

  • New Moon

    The new moon happens when the moon is in between the Earth and the Sun on its orbital path. The new moon is described as invisible because the part of the moon that is illuminated by the Sun is not facing the Earth. Only the dark side of the moon is visible.

  • Mercury, Saturn & Mars Morning Conjunction

    Three planets will be within 3 degrees of each other early on the morning of April 20, 2026. It's critical to have an unobstructed view of the eastern horizon to see these three. Use binoculars or a small telescope and look for the three to rise in the east about 30-40 minutes before sunrise.

  • Lyrid Meteor Shower Peak

    The annual Lyrid meteor shower peaks on the night and morning of April 21st and 22nd. Under ideal conditions you can expect to see about 18 meteors per hour.

  • Full Moon

    A full moon is opposite the sun in its orbit around Earth. Its sunlit side is entirely visible from Earth. The moon appears full to the eye for two to three nights. However, astronomers regard the moon as full at a precisely defined instant, when the moon is exactly 180 degrees opposite the sun in … Continue reading Full Moon →

  • Texas Star Party

    The Texas Star Party is one of the largest and longest-running amateur astronomy gatherings in the United States, bringing together skywatchers, astrophotographers, telescope enthusiasts, and educators to enjoy exceptionally dark night skies and share their passion for observing the universe near Fort Davis, Texas, at the remote Prude Guest Ranch where the Milky Way and … Continue reading Texas Star Party →

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