Stargazing Night at Glenworth Valley

Overview

If you've always had an eye on the cosmos, but can't bring yourself to splash out on a high-grade telescope (or can't even see much past the city glare), there's an opportunity coming to take a proper look at our solar neighbourhood on Friday, September 5.

Stargazing Night in Glenworth Valley is an ideal opportunity for seasoned enthusiasts and astronomy newcomers alike, with a guided evening staring up above led by astrophysicist Dr. Dimitri Douchin. If the weather holds, you'll get clear glimpses at the Southern Cross, Emu in the Sky, Alpha Centauri, Tarantula Nebula and the bands of our Milky Way Galaxy.

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It's not just a feast for the eyes, either. Your ticket includes a gourmet barbecue dinner around the firepit (steak, sausages, grilled vegetables, salad and fresh bread — what more do you need?) before the stargazing begins, as well as steady access to tea, coffee and hot chocolate to stay warm and energised throughout the evening.

Glenworth Valley is only an hour's drive from the CBD, so you won't be home too late if you choose to make the drive back. That said, it's an excellent opportunity to make it a getaway and book a campground nearby, rent a campervan, or make a booking at the local glamping site to rest your head without hitting the highway.

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