Annual Astronomy Festival
May 24, 2021

2022 Astronomy Festival

There’s no place quite like Bryce Canyon by day, and no time like a new moon in June to enjoy it by night. Astronomy festivals feature family-friendly daytime activities activities and ranger-led evening programs and constellation tours.

The 2022 Festival is scheduled for June 22-25. Check back soon for an updated schedule of events!

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