Star Parties

We are currently accepting star party requests. As university policy shifts to reflect the status of the coronavirus pandemic, all university guidelines regarding masks and social distancing at the time of a star party must be upheld at the event (and outdoor spaces are preferred if possible). Please contact our Outreach Coordinator, Yaqing Su, with any questions. You can find his contact information on our "Contact Us!" page.

Outreach and Education:

The University of Arizona Astronomy Club is very passionate about education and outreach, and we will be happy to host a star party for your school, no matter the grade level. We have the ability to provide telescopes and interactive demonstrations and models for students at Open Houses, Science Nights, class-specific events, or any other school function you desire. Daytime solar observing is also a possibility. We strive to make astronomy fun and accessible to everyone, and we will be happy to explore accommodations for students with disabilities.

If you wish to book a star party or would like more information, please fill out the form below, or contact Yaqing Su using the "Contact Us!" page. We look forward to sharing our passion for the Universe with your students!

Private Events:

The University of Arizona Astronomy Club is pleased to offer a variety of stargazing and engaging hands-on science activities for our private star parties. We guarantee amazing night sky viewing experiences with our telescopes, guided by our trained and enthusiastic club astronomers. Most star parties involve 2-3 telescopes and 3-4 operators for 4 or 5 hours, but these details can be altered to suit your needs. Daytime solar observing is also a possibility. For younger children, we also provide entertaining arts & crafts, such as planet painting, crater-making, and comet-making, designed to help them learn about celestial objects. Prices vary depending on distance and services provided. Great for business meetings, birthday parties, conferences, and other large events! Proceeds from the star party go entirely to club projects and activities.

If you wish to book a star party or would like more information, please fill out the form below, or contact our outreach coordinator using the "Contact Us!" page. We will strive to make your night enjoyable and memorable, and we thank you for your interest in the University of Arizona Astronomy Club!

Pricing Options:

UA Astronomy Club is dedicated to making sure your star party is enjoyable and educational. In order to do this, we have priced our services accordingly so that you can get the most out of your experience. As always, we can participate in educational/ academic events (eg. STEM night at a local high school) at no cost.

Stargazing

Fee For Single Telescope: $200

Each Additional Telescope: $150

Each Telescope Operator: $50 per hour

** Each telescope requires at least one telescope operator, so please plan accordingly.

** For events that are more than a 30 minute drive from the University of Arizona, there is an additional 20% travel charge.

Activities

Crater-making: $25