# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Astronomy Night - Marsden Park
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 30 Aug, 2026 at 08:00 pm – Sun, 30 Aug, 2026 at 09:30 pm (+10:00)
- **Event Description**: Join an Astrophysicist for a guided Astronomy night in Marsden Park.

Using an astronomy laser pointer, we will trace constellations and explore the science and stories behind the stars!. This is a beginner-friendly astronomy session suitable for families, curious adults, and anyone who has ever looked up and wondered what they were seeing.

Topics we will cover:

 * Brightest stars in the night sky

 * Lifecycle of stars, colours of stars and their connection with life on earth.

 * Exploding Stars, Supernovae

 * Constellation stories.

 * Stellar Navigation using the Southern Cross (How ancient people navigated using the stars.

 * Planets, Zodiacs and Ecliptic

 * Blackholes (Einsteins General Relativity and the science behind Interstellar)

Followed by Telescope viewing to see Planets, Stars, Clusters, Moon and any other objects of your choice!



In case of bad weather: we will reschedule to another night. Since weather changes quite fast, the call will be made on the day and you will be informed by 4pm if the event is going ahead.

Please note this event is usually priced at $60 per person, but is being offered for free as part of an education initiative by the Baitul Huda Mosque in Marsden Park for the local community. The event will be held on the Cricket grounds of the mosque.



Max capacity: 30 people. Tickets are essential to help with arrangements.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/blacktown/astronomy-night-marsden-park/200030579895641
- **Event Categories**: science-fair, Sports
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 5

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Blacktown
- **state**: NS
- **country**: Australia
- **location**: 45 Hollinsworth Rd, Marsden Park NSW 2765, Australia
- **lat**: -33.72522
- **long**: 150.84167
- **full address**: 45 Hollinsworth Rd, Marsden Park NSW 2765, Australia, 45 Hollinsworth Rd, Marsden Park NSW 2765, Australia, Blacktown

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Astronomy Night - Marsden Park being held?
  - **A:** Astronomy Night - Marsden Park takes place on Sun, 30 Aug, 2026 at 08:00 pm to Sun, 30 Aug, 2026 at 09:30 pm at 45 Hollinsworth Rd, Marsden Park NSW 2765, Australia, 45 Hollinsworth Rd, Marsden Park NSW 2765, Australia, Blacktown.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Astronomy Night - Marsden Park?
  - **A:** Astronomy Night - Marsden Park is organized by Muslim Astronomers Australia.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Astronomy Night - Marsden Park is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Blacktown, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Astronomy Night - Marsden Park sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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