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Family Star Party: NORAD Tracks Santa & The Messier Catalogue
Join the Space Foundation as we look to the stars and discover the wonders of the universe. This event creates a fun, learning environment for the whole family.
Event Series:
Family Star PartyDecember 2, 2022 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm MST
Admission:
Free outdoor telescope viewing; half-price admission for Discovery Center indoor activities. Passport Members receive complimentary admission.Location:
Space Foundation Discovery Center
Event Details:
Family Star Party provides a safe, outdoor learning environment for the whole family connecting attendees to the wonders of the universe.
This month, learn about a popular group of astronomical objects called the Messier Catalogue, and learn how to find them with binoculars or a telescope.
Activities:
- Look through multiple telescopes and learn about the objects in our night sky from Colorado Springs Astronomical Society outreach guides and Discovery Center educators
- Possible views of Jupiter, Saturn, Mars, the Moon, and others
- Engage with self-guided activities and Science On a Sphere® presentations in the Discovery Center
Cookies and hot chocolate provided!
Enjoy Discovery Center Passport membership benefits!
Passport Member Benefit— Complimentary Admission!
Become a Passport Member: Discovery Center Passport