The Farms: Saturday Stargazing
Experience Level: Beginner
Experience Allerton after dark and observe the fascinating night sky at Saturday Stargazing on Saturdays, Sept. 13 or Oct. 18 from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. at the Sun Singer.
Join the Champaign-Urbana Astronomical Society for a night of stargazing, finding constellations and spotting deep space objects through telescopes. Arrive early, bring snacks and play lawn games as the sun sets. The best views start at 8:45 p.m., with the event wrapping up by 10:30 p.m.
$5/person. Register here*. Registration is encouraged three days before each event, but you may also pay in cash the night of the event. All sales are final.
*Participants are encouraged to bring a telescope if they own one, but it is not required to participate.
Consider adding an overnight stay with our Weekend Wind Down. View discounted rooms ($110/night + tax) here and book online or by calling 217-333-3287. Find out more about our weekend Wind Down series here.
NOTE: This event is contingent on the weather, and will be cancelled if there are clouds, rain or other weather that would obstruct the night sky.
If you will need disability-related accommodations to participate, please email sputman2@illinois.edu.
By attending, you consent to your image being used in Allerton marketing, social media and publications. Please alert the photographer or videographer if you do not want your image taken.
About CUAS
The Champaign Urbana Astronomical Society is devoted to the promotion of astronomy and enjoyment of the night skies. They welcome you to join them!
CUAS shares its knowledge and instruments with the public to show and tell about all things relating to astronomy at their Public Skywatches and at special events throughout the year. There are many things about the universe we live in that are neat. (That’s a code phrase for learning!) CUAS would love to share some of that with you.
About The Farms
The Farms: An Allerton Folk School, offers classes, workshops, and gatherings focusing on art, health & wellness, history, nature & outdoor education, or science. All experiences value hands-on, experiential teaching and learning, and are facilitated by and for the members of the community.
See the complete Fall 2025 schedule here.
Photo by Gary Sebens
