# Event Details

- **Event Name**: The Northernmost Lunar Alignment at the Octagon Earthwork 
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 25 Nov, 2026 at 05:30 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: 🌕⭐ The last public moonrise celebration at the Octagon Earthworks of this 18.6 year lunar Cycle! ⭐🌕

The Northernmost Moonrise is a once in a generation celestial event; it occurs every 18.6 years. The gateway connecting Observatory Circle to the Octagon enclosure is aligned perfectly with the Northernmost Moonrise here at the Newark Earthworks! 

The evening will begin at 5:30pm with drop-in stations and activities related to the sun, moon, stars, and broader cycles. At 6:30 participants will journey into the center of Observatory Circle to witness the Moon rise at its Northernmost point through the avenue and gateways that connect the Octagon to the Observatory Circle.

🌕 Moonrise is set to begin at 6:50pm on November 25. Illumination will be approximately 97% 

Be sure to dress for the weather, wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a blanket or a folding chair. 

⭐ Event Schedule ⭐ 

🌕  5:30pm-6:30pm – activities related to the sun, moon, stars, and cycles

🌕 6:30-7:30pm – Observation of the northernmost moonrise alignment through the Octagon avenue. 

Roughly 2,000 years ago, the Indigenous architects designed the earthen walls of the Octagon Earthwork with the extended and complex 18.6-year lunar cycle in mind. The Newark Earthworks are part of the Hopewell Ceremonial Earthworks World Heritage Site. These monuments embody the close connection Indigenous peoples have with the land and sky, which is truly evident when one witnesses this event in person. 

Come be a part of this significant occasion at the Octagon Earthwork! This will be the last public moonrise celebration of this 18.6 cycle at the Octagon Earthworks. Don’t miss out!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/newark/the-northernmost-lunar-alignment-at-the-octagon-earthwork/200030407591948
- **Event Categories**: 
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 92

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Newark
- **state**: OH
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 125 N 33rd St, Newark, OH 43055-2014, United States
- **lat**: 40.05177
- **long**: -82.44531
- **full address**: 125 N 33rd St, Newark, OH 43055-2014, United States

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: The Northernmost Lunar Alignment at the Octagon Earthwork
  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/6a18cb9d4f9904c20ae4e14453a7baffb53eaea05cf70934b3425fc45ef3c4a5-rimg-w1200-h1600-dc080808-gmir?v=1788717475

## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is The Northernmost Lunar Alignment at the Octagon Earthwork  being held?
  - **A:** The Northernmost Lunar Alignment at the Octagon Earthwork  takes place on Wed, 25 Nov, 2026 at 05:30 pm to Wed, 25 Nov, 2026 at 05:30 pm at 125 N 33rd St, Newark, OH 43055-2014, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing The Northernmost Lunar Alignment at the Octagon Earthwork ?
  - **A:** The Northernmost Lunar Alignment at the Octagon Earthwork  is organized by Newark Earthworks.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** The Northernmost Lunar Alignment at the Octagon Earthwork  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 Newark, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 90+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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