Upcoming Events

All events are open to the public. Events in RED are hosted by, or associated with BRAC as club events.  You can bring your own telescope, or check out the club members' telescopes, which will be trained on different objects in the night sky.

Please register with the hosting park or foundation.

Sat., Aug. 23, Wood Ridge Farm Brewery, 7:00pm

     Explore the Night Sky with Charlottesville Astronomical Society Sign up HERE.

Sat., Aug. 30, James River State Park, 8:30-10:30pm

     Dark sky viewing at a certified International Dark Sky Park. BRAC is helping at this event.  Everyone is welcome. More info HERE.

     If you plan to camp overnight in the field, you must register with Megan Eckstein.

Sat., Sept. 13, Patrick Henry National Monument, 8:00-10:00pm

     Join fellow astronomers, star gazers, and staff for a star party. Event is free, but please register HERE.

Fri., Sept. 19, Belk Observatory at Claytor Nature Center

     Autumn Equinox Stargazing, hosted by Cloverlea Foundation. Registration TBA.

Fri., Sept. 19, Natural Bridge State Park, 8:00-10:00pm

     Dark sky viewing: Meet at the parking lot of Skyline Trail ($5 parking fee). Everyone is welcome. More info HERE.

Fri., Sept. 26, Winfree Observatory, Randolph College, 9:00-10:00pm

     Star party on campus. Join students and fellow sky fans. Event is free and open to everyone.