Join us for an unforgettable Star Party on June 21, 2025, as we celebrate the summer solstice under the pristine dark skies of the Wet Mountain Valley. With the longest day transitioning into a magical night, we’ll explore constellations such as Lyra, Cygnus, and Hercules. Through telescopes, we’ll marvel at Vega, one of the brightest stars in the summer triangle, and delve into the sparkling Ring Nebula (M57) in Lyra. As twilight fades, we’ll share celestial stories, including the myth of Orpheus and his lyre, whose music still graces the heavens. Whether you're a seasoned astronomer or just curious, this night will inspire awe and wonder.

Attendees will be able to observe our pristine night sky thru the lens of the Smokey Jack Observatory’s 14”, state of the art telescope. Additional telescopes will be setup around the Observatory for viewing and one of our trained Star Guides will be pointing out the brightest stars and constellations.

Free and open to the public. No reservations needed.

Depending on weather conditions, public events can be cancelled the day of the event. All cancellations will be made at least 2 hours before the event start time the day of the event and our voicemail greeting will be changed to announce the cancellation. In order to obtain cancellation details you can call our phone number, 719-398-1284. We will also post on our X account with any last second changes or updates.

As always, these events are free. However, as a non-profit, we rely exclusively on the generous contributions of our supporters. We do greatly appreciate your tax deductible donations!