Upper Peninsula Dark Sky Festival

The Keweenaw Dark Sky Park is hosting its second annual event around International Dark Sky Week. The International Dark-Sky Association (IDA) encourages people worldwide to discover the night during International Dark Sky Week. This annual week-long event aims to raise awareness about the negative impacts of light pollution, the solutions that exist and simultaneously celebrate the night.

The event is intended for all ages of dark sky enthusiasts. The evening event on Thursday allows guests to check into their accommodations, have a meal and then take in the presentation. Friday and Saturday’s events in the afternoon allow guests to have a morning adventure and an afternoon and evening of learning. Below is the full schedule.

Schedule

April 11, 2024:
8:00pm - Opening Greetings from the Keweenaw Mountain Lodge and Visit Keweenaw
8:30pm - Stargazing in the Keweenaw by Jeremy Rowe and Chris Guibert
9:30:pm - Stargazing

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