Upcoming Events
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2020 International Dark Sky Week
Read More: 2020 International Dark Sky WeekThis annual week of events might be remarkably different for 2020 but nevertheless, it gives us all an opportunity to connect with our night skies, to consider the amazing habitat we have overhead and to reconnect with loved ones far away. We have a series of virtual events planned in collaboration with the International Dark
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International Observe the Moon Night
Read More: International Observe the Moon NightTo celebrate Space Week 2019 and mark International Observe the Moon Night, join us in Wild Nephin Ballycroy National Park Visitor Centre for an evening of moon gazing and storytelling under Mayo’s magical moonlight. All welcome. Booking Details: Entrance is free, no booking is required. Please RSVP to mayodarksky@gmail.com More information about : http://www.spaceweek.ie/events/international-observe-the-moon-night/
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Mayo Dark Sky Festival 2019
Read More: Mayo Dark Sky Festival 2019The programme for the 4th Mayo Dark Sky Festival has been launched. It promises to be a very exciting weekend with events for all the family. For the full programme visit the Mayo Dark Sky Festival website
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Skies Above, Earth Below
Read More: Skies Above, Earth BelowDon’t miss Natalie Marr’s talk next Wednesday 18th April. It is her first time in Ireland and we have invited Natalie from Scotland to present her work “Skies Above, Earth Below”, which explores the cultural values of Dark Sky Places. Natalie is an artist and researcher based at the University of Glasgow and works across
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Mayo Dark Skies: Protecting our Heritage
Read More: Mayo Dark Skies: Protecting our HeritageDate : 24 August, 7:30pm – 8:30pm Venue : Friends of Mayo Dark Skies – Mulranny Park Hotel Admission : Admission Free Booking : Booking Required Contact : mayodarksky@gmail.com Web Link : www.heritageweek.ie/whats-on/event/preserving-night-sky-heritage Access & Parking : Suitable for Children under 12 – Wheelchair Access (Full) – No Car Parking Available Description : Ireland’s leading expert, Prof. Brian Espey of TCD Astrophysics Dept,