Night Sky Festival in August

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Shenandoah National Park is renowned for its scenic views along the iconic Skyline Drive. It also holds its annual Night Sky Festival from August 11-13, 2023.

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Serious astronomers and novice stargazers are welcome. The park has many events and activities planned for the festival.

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Due to its high elevation in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, Shenandoah National Park is among the best spots for stargazing on the east coast.

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A recent study estimates that 80% of people in the United States and 30% worldwide cannot see the Milky Way’s ethereal arc on a clear night.

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Shenandoah National Park recognizes that our dark skies are disappearing and started its Night Sky Festival in 2016 to celebrate our precious dark skies.

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Park rangers, National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Solar System Ambassadors will present various special programs and activities.

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All festival events are quickly accessible from Skyline Drive, which runs the park’s entire length.

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