Fountain Hills Dark Sky Festival
Schedule
Sat Mar 28 2026 at 04:00 pm to 09:00 pm
UTC-07:00Location
Fountain Hills Community Center | Fountain Hills, AZ
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Prepare to “DISCOVER THE NIGHT” at this annual stellar event. This free, family-friendly and fun celebration offers a wide array of activities to highlight the beauty and importance of our dark night skies. From astronaut stories to live wildlife, there’s something for everyone!
Event Highlights:
🚀 Guest Speakers: Meet retired NASA Shuttle Pilot Susan Kilrain and wildlife biologist Tony Palmer.
🔭 Stargazing: A massive Star Party with over a dozen telescopes.
🦉 Live Animals: Meet ambassadors from Wild at Heart, Arizona Bat Rescue, and more.
🚲 For the Kids: Passport activities (with a chance to win a free bike!), face painting, and a Solar System walk. Meet AVOCADO the PUPPET!
🎨 Art & VR: Student art competition winners and Virtual Reality space tours.
🍻 Food & Drink: Food trucks, live music, and a beer/wine garden by BoneHaus Brewery & Grapeables.
Don’t Miss Out:
Online Auction: Bid on stargazing experiences, resort packages, and jewelry (starts before the fest!).
Admission: FREE for all ages.
🔗 Full details: fhdarksky.org/events/festival
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Where is it happening?
Fountain Hills Community Center, 13001 N La Montana Dr, Fountain Hills, AZ 85268-8306, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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