People observing the night sky with telescopes at an outdoor observatory under stars in Central Oregon.

Observatory In-Depth Nighttime Visit

Date October 3, 2026 – October 28, 2026

Tickets are for a specific date and 2 hour session. All adults and children require a ticket.

Seek the stars at the nation’s largest collection of publicly accessible telescopes. This 1.5 or 2 hour session starts out with an educational presentation, followed by night sky viewing through various telescopes with staff astronomers, and a guided constellation tour. All sessions will take place regardless of weather or visibility and activities may be modified as weather warrants. Capacity for each session is limited.

Know before you go

This is a mostly outdoor experience in a dark environment, so please dress accordingly. This experience is not recommended for children ages 4 and younger.

All observatory guests, including members, must reserve tickets in advance online. Walk-in visits are not permitted at this time and tickets will not be sold on site.

Ticket Cancellation Policy

No refunds, credits, or exchanges will be issued for canceled or unused tickets, late or missed entry, or on the basis of weather with less than 72 hours before program start time, unless contacted by SNCO prior to your reservation. Tickets are subject to a $3/ticket cancellation fee if cancelled more than 72 hours before event start time.

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