Upcoming Night Sky Events

Free astronomy events take place throughout the year. No sign-up needed. Dates, times, and details below. Map showing South Rim event locations >

Monday, July 22

Constellations over the Canyon

Description: Join Grand Canyon Conservancy's Astronomer in Residence to learn about the science, mythology, and history of the constellations through a laser-guided constellation talk, all under one the darkest night skies in the United States!

Time: 9 pm. Allow 1 hour.

Location: South Rim - Meet at Grand Canyon Visitor Center

Wednesday, July 24

Constellations over the Canyon

Description: Join Grand Canyon Conservancy's Astronomer in Residence to learn about the science, mythology, and history of the constellations through a laser-guided constellation talk, all under one the darkest night skies in the United States! In case of inclement weather, the program will be moved inside Grand Canyon Visitor Center Theater.

Time: 9 pm. Allow 1 hour.

Location: South Rim - Meet at Grand Canyon Visitor Center

Thursday, July 25

Constellations over the Canyon

Description: Join Grand Canyon Conservancy's Astronomer in Residence to learn about the science, mythology, and history of the constellations through a laser-guided constellation talk, all under one the darkest night skies in the United States! In case of inclement weather, the program will be moved inside Grand Canyon Visitor Center Theater.

Time: 9 pm. Allow 1 hour.

Location: South Rim - Meet at Grand Canyon Visitor Center

Friday, July 26

Astronomy Night

Description: Join rangers and astronomers behind Grand Canyon Visitor Center for an evening of telescope viewing and laser-guided constellation talks under one the darkest night skies in the United States!

Time: Anytime between 9 pm and 11 pm. Laser-guided Constellation talk starts at 9:30 pm.

Location: South Rim - Grand Canyon Visitor Center (follow red rope lights)

Saturday, July 27

Astronomy Night

Description: Join rangers and astronomers behind Grand Canyon Visitor Center for an evening of telescope viewing and laser-guided constellation talks under one the darkest night skies in the United States!

Time: Anytime between 9 pm and 11 pm. Laser-guided Constellation talk starts at 9:30 pm.

Location: South Rim - Grand Canyon Visitor Center (follow red rope lights)

Sunday, July 28

Astronomy Night

Description: Join rangers and astronomers behind Grand Canyon Visitor Center for an evening of telescope viewing and laser-guided constellation talks under one the darkest night skies in the United States!

Time: Anytime between 9 pm and 11 pm. Laser-guided Constellation talk starts at 9:30 pm.

Location: South Rim - Grand Canyon Visitor Center (follow red rope lights)

Related Information

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