Statewide Star Party: Aurora Voyage

At the Garden 5:00-8:00 PM

Journey with us into the night sky to discover the dazzling science and mystique of the northern lights! Explore the garden trails, enjoy stories, make a craft and learn the science behind this amazing phenomenon from Garden Naturalists.

Chasing Aurora: What Works? 7-8 pm

Listen in with Tanya Melnik, a space weather enthusiast and an Aurorasaurus Ambassador, and dive into the science behind this phenomenon. Come and learn how aurora works and the tools experienced chasers use to catch the elusive lights. Aurora is more predictable than most people think!

Stargazing and more at JD Rivers’ Children’s Garden 7-9 PM

Continue the costmic fun by heading over to the JD Rivers’ Children’s Garden to gaze at the stars and constellations and perhaps catch a glimpse of the northern lights!