Headlands Lights Out Challenge!

Schedule

Wed, 12 Aug, 2026 at 08:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

15675 Headlands Rd, Mackinaw City, MI, United States, Michigan 49701 | Mackinaw City, MI

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🌌 Lights Out Challenge!
Join communities across Northern Michigan as we turn off the lights from 10:30pm - 11:30pm on the night of the new moon to help create the darkest skies ever recorded at the Headlands! Participation is voluntary—spread the word and be part of this unique event.
✨ 8pm – Special presentation on the effects of light pollution (Waterfront Event Center)
🔭 Afterward – Night sky observing with our telescopes, weather permitting
Together, let’s experience the power of true darkness!
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15675 Headlands Rd, Mackinaw City, MI, United States, Michigan 49701

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