Lights Out - Stars Out
Schedule
Sat, 18 Jul, 2026 at 10:00 pm to Sun, 19 Jul, 2026 at 12:30 am
UTC-05:00Location
4480 Ft. Lincoln Road, Mandan, ND, United States, North Dakota 58554 | Mandan, ND
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Lights out - Stars Out! 🌟ðŸ”Experience the magic of the night sky at Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park’s Star Parties! Join us at Cavalry Square / Parade Ground from 10:00 PM to 12:30 AM for an unforgettable stargazing adventure. Arrive early to claim a great observation spot—sunset is at 9:30 PM, so you can watch the sky transform before darkness fully sets in.
🌒 All ages welcome! Park staff and members of the Bismarck Astronomy Club will guide you through using telescopes, spotting constellations, identifying planets, and even exploring the craters of the moon. Telescopes and binoculars will be available, but feel free to bring your own!
🔦 Helpful tip: If you have a red-light flashlight, bring it along—it helps preserve night vision for better stargazing. Regular flashlights are welcome but should be kept on low beam.
Come explore the wonders of the cosmos with us! ðŸŒ
Each Lights Out - Stars Out event in 2026 is scheduled for: Saturday-June 20th, Saturday-July 18th, and Thursday-August 27th.
***Dates may be subject to changes***
Bathrooms will be available for use in the Commissary building adjacent from the parade ground.
*Schedule is subject to change.
Event is FREE with a ND State Parks Annual Pass, or $7 vehicle registration at the entrance to the park. Don't have a ND State Parks Annual Pass, you can make that purchase at the park or online at www.parkrec.nd.gov #visitmandan #starparty #nightsky #stargazing #telescope
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