Saturday Stargazing

Sat, 13 Sep, 2025 at 07:30 pm to Sat, 18 Oct, 2025 at 10:30 pm UTC-05:00

X8VJ+JV | Monticello

Allerton Park and Retreat Center
Publisher/HostAllerton Park and Retreat Center
Saturday Stargazing
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See the stunning night sky at Allerton Park!
About this Event

Experience Allerton after dark and observe the fascinating night sky at Saturday Stargazing on Saturdays, Sept. 13 & Oct. 18 from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. at the

Join the for a night of stargazing, finding constellations and spotting deep space objects through telescopes. Arrive early, bring snacks and play lawn games as the sun sets. The best views start at 8:45 p.m., with the event wrapping up by 10:30 p.m.

$5/person. Registration is encouraged three days before each event, but you may also pay in cash the night of the event. All sales are final.

*Participants are encouraged to bring a telescope if they own one, but it is not required to participate.

NOTE: This event is contingent on the weather, and will be cancelled if there are clouds, rain or other weather that would obstruct the night sky.

If you will need disability-related accommodations to participate, please email .

By attending, you consent to your image being used in Allerton marketing, social media and publications. Please alert the photographer or videographer if you do not want your image taken.

About CUAS

The is devoted to the promotion of astronomy and enjoyment of the night skies. They welcome you to join them!

CUAS shares its knowledge and instruments with the public to show and tell about all things relating to astronomy at their Public Skywatches and at special events throughout the year. There are many things about the universe we live in that are neat. (That’s a code phrase for learning!) CUAS would love to share some of that with you.

About The Farms

, offers focusing on . All experiences value hands-on, experiential teaching and learning, and are facilitated by and for the members of the community.

See the complete Fall 2025 schedule .

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

X8VJ+JV, X8VJ+JV, Monticello, United States

Tickets

USD 7.18

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