Solar Observation on the Summer Solstice with the Irish Astronomical Society

The Irish Astronomical Society is pleased to present a free, family-friendly outdoor educational event at the National Botanic Gardens on Saturday, 21st June, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM, in celebration of the Summer Solstice.

All are welcome. Special solar telescopes, safely adapted for viewing the Sun, will be available. Weather permitting, you'll have the chance to observe fascinating details on the Sun’s surface. The IAS will also host a science table to share insights about the Sun and the significance of the solstice.

In the Northern Hemisphere, the summer solstice occurs when the North Pole is tilted 23.44° toward the Sun. On this day, the Sun reaches its highest point in the sky, giving us the longest day and shortest night of the year. At 3:41 AM on Saturday, astronomical summer officially begins—a moment of cultural significance and reflection.

📅 Date & Time: Saturday, 21st June 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Location: National Botanic Gardens, Glasnevin, Dublin
🎟 Free event. No booking needed.

You may also like the following events from National Botanic Gardens of Ireland:

• This Saturday, 21st June, 02:00 pm, Themed Tour: Scentsational - a story of perfume and pollination in Dublin
• This Sunday, 22nd June, 11:00 am, Kid's Drop By Activities in Dublin
• Next Wednesday, 25th June, 06:30 pm, Theatre in the Gardens, Glasnevin: Romeo & Juliet in Dublin