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Peer into the mysteries of the heavens with these astronomy programs at Parks! We'll help you uncover the wonders of the universe from a park near you.

Astronomy Events

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from November 30, 2025 to February 1, 2026

Sunday, November 30, 2025

Nov30

Astronomy: Autumn Sky

at Salt Marsh Nature Center (in Marine Park), Brooklyn 
This is an Accessible location

7:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers for a survey of the November night sky.
Free!

Must See
Event

Saturday, December 13, 2025

Dec13

Astronomy: Geminids Meteor Shower

at Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park), Brooklyn 
This is an Accessible location

7:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
The Geminids is one of the best meteor showers in the heavens, producing up to 120 multicolored meteors per hour at its peak.
Free!

Sunday, December 14, 2025

Dec14

Astronomy: Geminids Meteor Shower

at Van Cortlandt Nature Center (in Van Cortlandt Park), Bronx

6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
The Geminids is one of the best meteor showers in the heavens, producing up to 120 multicolored meteors per hour at its peak.
Free!

Dec14

Astronomy: Geminids Meteor Shower

at Union Turnpike and 196th Street (in Cunningham Park), Queens

7:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
The Geminids is one of the best meteor showers in the heavens, producing up to 120 multicolored meteors per hour at its peak.
Free!

Saturday, December 20, 2025

Dec20

Astronomy: The Winter Sky

at West 218th Street and Indian Road (in Inwood Hill Park), Manhattan

5:00 p.m.–6:30 p.m.
Winter is a prime season for stargazing. The cold air clears the night sky of clouds and creates ideal conditions for seeing the stars, planets, and other celestial highlights.
Free!

Sunday, December 21, 2025

Dec21

Festival of Lights: Winter Solstice

at Seba Playground (in Marine Park), Brooklyn 
This is an Accessible location

5:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
Celebrate when our hemisphere tilts furthest away from the sun, making the shortest day of the year. Dress warm in layers.
Free!

Best For
Kids

Sunday, January 25, 2026

Jan25

Astronomy: The Night Sky

at Salt Marsh Nature Center (in Marine Park), Brooklyn 
This is an Accessible location

6:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers as you gaze at the night sky through a telescope and learn about our universe and beyond.
Free!

Sunday, February 1, 2026

Feb 1

Astronomy: The Snow Moon

at Freshkills North Park Entrance (in Freshkills Park), Staten Island 
This is an Accessible location

4:30 p.m.–5:30 p.m.
Winter is a prime season for stargazing. The cold air clears the night sky of clouds and creates ideal conditions for seeing the stars, planets, and other celestial highlights.
Free!

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