Star Parties: October 17th
Date/Time
10/17/2026
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM Central
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM Central
Event Type(s)
Family
Adult
Astronomy Meetup
Adult
Astronomy Meetup
Event Description
Star Parties
Join the Discovery Center at Farm Island Recreation area for a star party.
Sky watchers of all levels are welcome. Bring your own telescope or use one brought by the Discovery Center.
Explore different ways to enjoy the night sky, from how to find a viewing target, to astrophotography with your
phone. Meet with other local sky watchers and explore the sky.
Astronomy is for everyone. Let's go explore the sky!
19 September, 8:30pm-9:30pm, Farm Island (just west of entry parking lot on the trail)
17 October, 7:30pm-8:30pm, Farm Island (just west of entry parking lot on the trail)
21 November, 6:00pm-7:00pm, Farm Island (just west of entry parking lot on the trail)
19 December, 6:00pm-7:00pm, Farm Island (just west of entry parking lot on the trail)
All vehicles must have a valid park entrance license
All events are weather depending. Check SD-Discovery.org for latest updates.
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Location
Setting: In-Person
Farm Island State Recreation Park
1301 Farm Island Rd
Pierre, SD 57501
UNITED STATES
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Farm Island State Recreation Park
1301 Farm Island Rd
Pierre, SD 57501
UNITED STATES
Click here for Google Maps
Contact Person
Kristine Heinen
(phone: 6052248295)
(phone: 6052248295)
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