Personal Astronomer and Sky Tour with Advanced Telescope

Book us for a unique experience under the stars! Your Personal Astronomer, Katie Carolan, will guide you through a mesmerizing Sky Tour using an Advanced Telescope. Discover planets, stars, and galaxies like never before. This event is perfect for both beginners and astronomy enthusiasts. Don't miss out on this unforgettable opportunity to explore the wonders of the night sky up close. Book a star party today!

At Celestial Experiences, we believe in the impact of experiencing the awe and wonder of the universe firsthand through a telescope. Our commitment is to create exceptional stargazing experiences that leave participants anywhere from enthralled to mind-blown. Our interactive activation is a unique and memorable addition to any event, and the experience itself is wonderous, intriguing, and beautiful.

Our mission is to bring the wonders of astronomy and space science down to Earth and deliver unforgettable stargazing experiences to any audience. We aim to provide every guest a blissful moment filled with cosmic wonder. Our commitment is to create exceptional stargazing experiences that leave participants anywhere from enthralled to mind-blown.

Our core values revolve around education, inspiration, and inclusivity. We are guided by our passion for outreach education, deep understanding of astronomy, and fascination with the cosmos. The marvels of the universe are accessible to anyone who can look through a telescope–cosmic curiosity transcends age and background. However, we hope to do more than entertain–we strive to ignite an interest in astronomy.

Celestial Experiences offers a unique blend of entertainment and education. From private parties to large-scale festivals, our team of seasoned astronomers and science communicators delivers unparalleled stargazing activations. We bring top-tier telescopes and a wealth of knowledge to each event. Unveiling the wonders of the night sky, sharing celestial insights, and witnessing the beauty and magnitude of our universe are all in a night’s work.

With each event, we’ve witnessed the magic of the cosmos captivate audiences. From going deep at intimate private gatherings, to fast-paced, dynamic groups of thousands at large music festivals, the team at Celestial Experiences has been everywhere and seen it all. Our recent participation in Insomniac Events’ Nocturnal Wonderland festival (30k attendees) and Desert Hearts Festival (3k attendees) saw hundreds of participants peering through telescopes, day and night, observing celestial marvels while learning about our universe from our knowledgeable and enthusiastic team.

With a dedication to astronomy outreach and a contagious enthusiasm for space science, Katie excells as a science communicator. Drawing from nine years in public-facing roles at two high-profile oureach institutions, Katie draws from a wealth of experience in astronomy outreach. Her tenure as a science communicator and educator has shaped her expertise in making complex astronomical concepts accessible and engaging.

Through her outreach efforts at Griffith Observatory (2015) and Black Rock Observatory (2016), she has invited countless individuals to gaze at the stars with wonder and strives to foster an appreciation for the vastness and beauty of the universe.

As a lecturer and speaker, Katie shares her deep knowledge of the cosmos with diverse audiences, simplifying complex ideas and sparking curiosity. Her commitment to accessibility is evident in her engaging presentations tailored to audiences at various levels of familiarity with space science.

Driven by her passion, Katie founded Celestial Experiences to expand her reach and impact by bringing astronomy outreach to broader audiences and events. cel-exp.com

For small events, parties, galas, and intimate settings, this telescope is the perfect addition to the event. It can fit just about anywhere and follows the stars using an advanced mount and computer tracking system. Footprint of the activation can be as little as 5'x5', although 10'x10' is preferred.

Available as an add-on, Katie will bring the massive 20" telescope instead of the standard 5" mentioned above. This scope takes a LOT of time and skill to set up and use, and requires additional support staff. If you have a large event, or important people to impress, this telescope will deliver truly insane views. Footprint of the activation is necessarilly larger: 10'x10' could work, but 12'x15' is preferred. Setup for events with this telescope begins at 7pm. We will discuss logistics in detail once you book it.

See image below for sample views through the telescope (star clusters viewed in dark sky conditions).

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Los Angeles, United States