VBAS Astronomy Day 2025
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If your kids are fascinated by planets, rockets, or just love spending an afternoon under a big blue sky, VBAS Astronomy Day is a can't-miss opportunity!
Held at Monte Sano State Park by the Von Braun Astronomical Society, this event is tailor-made for families who want hands-on science and awe-inspiring space fun—all completely free.
During the day (1:00–5:00 PM), you’ll get to:
- Experience mini-planetarium shows that bring the stars a lot closer to home
- Tour telescopes and maybe even peek at what’s visible in the sky
- Learn all about meteor radar demos
After the sun sets, the fun continues with an evening session (7:30–9:00 PM):
- Enjoy a fascinating keynote speech by Rod Pyle, noted space author, journalist, and historian whose work spans everything from NASA publications to contributions for Star Trek visual effects
- Cap off the night with a full planetarium show led by the experts at VBAS
Details:
- When: Saturday, September 27, 2025
- Daytime: 1:00–5:00 PM
- Evening: 7:30–9:00 PM
- Where: Monte Sano State Park, Huntsville, AL
- Cost: Free!
- Keynote: Rod Pyle (“Silver Dust and Red Dreams: The Moon and Mars Circa 1950”)
- Full Event Details
Suppose you’ve got future astronauts (or parents secretly hoping for a little stargazing themselves!). In that case, this is a super fun way to connect with local space enthusiasts, learn something new, and make unforgettable memories together.
