# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Night Sky Viewing ~ Niabi Zoo Parking Lot
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 23 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm – Sat, 23 May, 2026 at 11:30 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Please join us after sunset for a tour of the late Spring night sky.  Telescopes will be set up or bring your own and join us.   The planets Jupiter and Venus are visible soon after sunset.  Other objects to view include the globular cluster M5 (a giant sphere of stars), La Superba (a red, super giant star), M13 (Hercules Cluster) and M92.  

NGC4563 the Cat's Eye Nebula will be excellent as will The Ring Nebula after 10:00pm. Both of these are beautiful remnants of sunlike stars which have died and blown off glorious shells of gas. 

Dress for the weather and please keep in mind restroom facilities are not available.  FREE & FAMILY FRIENDLY!   Weather related updates will be posted on May 23 if needed.  Note:  Due to scheduling conflicts, we are having this public night on the 4th Saturday instead of our usual 3rd Saturday.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/coal-valley/night-sky-viewing-~-niabi-zoo-parking-lot/200029862489719
- **Event Categories**: 
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 71

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Coal Valley
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Niabi Rd, Coal Valley, IL 61240, United States
- **lat**: 41.44718
- **long**: -90.44061
- **full address**: Niabi Rd, Coal Valley, IL 61240, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Night Sky Viewing ~ Niabi Zoo Parking Lot being held?
  - **A:** Night Sky Viewing ~ Niabi Zoo Parking Lot takes place on Sat, 23 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm to Sat, 23 May, 2026 at 11:30 pm at Niabi Rd, Coal Valley, IL 61240, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Night Sky Viewing ~ Niabi Zoo Parking Lot?
  - **A:** Night Sky Viewing ~ Niabi Zoo Parking Lot is organized by Popular Astronomy Club - Quad Cities.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Night Sky Viewing ~ Niabi Zoo Parking Lot is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Coal Valley, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 70+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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