Dunedin Observatory - Open Nights 2026
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Public nights are held each Sunday night from April to September (i.e. not during Daylight Savings Time as sunset is too late).
We start at 7:00pm and usually finish around 9pm (depending on demand).
* Guided telescope viewing of planets, nebulae, star clusters, and distant galaxies.
* Live commentary from passionate local astronomers.
* Laser-guided tours of the constellations.
* A warm indoor presentation if the weather is not cooperative.
Admission fees are $10 per person. Under 5's are free. There is no charge for members.
We start at 7:00pm and usually finish around 9pm (depending on demand).
* Guided telescope viewing of planets, nebulae, star clusters, and distant galaxies.
* Live commentary from passionate local astronomers.
* Laser-guided tours of the constellations.
* A warm indoor presentation if the weather is not cooperative.
Admission fees are $10 per person. Under 5's are free. There is no charge for members.
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Where is it happening?
1A City Road, Belleknowes, Dunedin 9016, New Zealand, 1 Belleknowes Ter, Belleknowes, Dunedin 9016, New Zealand, Dunedin
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Host or PublisherDunedin Astronomical Society
