11th Annual Night Sky Festival Returns to Twentynine Palms October 9–10, 2026
Lisa Lynn Morgan August 17, 2026Sky’s The Limit Observatory & Nature Center and Joshua Tree National Park Association present the 11th Annual Night Sky Festival, a weekend dedicated to the awe-inspiring night skies of the Mojave Desert.
Event Dates: Friday, October 9 (9:00 AM) – Saturday, October 10 (11:00 PM PDT) Location: Sky’s The Limit Observatory & Nature Center, 9697 Utah Trail, Twentynine Palms, California.
About the Event: Join us for a family-friendly weekend featuring constellation tours, telescope clinics, hands-on science activities, inspiring lectures from NASA scientists, a family Space Camp, glow-themed events, and unforgettable stargazing experiences.
The Purpose: Festival proceeds benefit two local nonprofit organizations dedicated to inspiring
the next generation of park stewards and science enthusiasts. Sky’s The Limit Observatory & Nature Center provides hands-on learning experiences focused on the desert, Earth, and the night sky. Joshua Tree National Park Association’s DiscoverJTREE program connects youth throughout the Morongo Basin with outdoor education and meaningful experiences in Joshua Tree National Park.
Featured Activities
● Telescope Clinic – Friday, 5:00–9:00 PM (Limited spots, $30)
● Night Sky Glow Party – Friday, 8:00–10:00 PM (Free)
● Family Space Camp – Saturday, 9:00 AM–1:00 PM (Free for accompanying adults; $25
per child)
● Astronomy Lecture Series – Saturday, 1:00–4:30 PM (Free)
● Star Party Happy Hour – Saturday, 4:00–6:00 PM (Free)
● Night Sky Star Party – Saturday 7:00-11:00 PM ($75 adults; $35 children)
Tickets and the full festival schedule are available at: Night Sky Festival – Sky’s The Limit
Tickets and the full festival schedule are available at: Night Sky Festival – Sky’s The Limit
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