# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Astronomy with IAS
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 20 Jun, 2026 at 09:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Looking for a fun and educational family activity this summer that’s FREE?
Take stargazing to new heights by escaping the light pollution of the city and heading to McCloud Nature Park, where thousands of stars twinkle like jewels in the dark night sky!

The Indiana Astronomical Society partners with Park Naturalists to hold sky seminars and viewings at McCloud on the Saturday nights listed below. These programs, led by expert sky watchers, are geared for the novice astronomer.
Telescopes large and small will be set up for your use. Each evening will begin with a brief informational session (“sky seminar”) in the Nature Center where you will learn which planets and constellations will be visible that night. These seminars last about 30 minutes and are best suited for ages 8 and older. Outdoor sky-viewing will begin following the seminars.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Sky seminars will take place rain or shine, but sky viewings are dependent upon clear skies. If poor weather is forecast or any severe weather advisories are issued, the sky-viewing portion of the program will be canceled.

All Astronomy programs are held on Saturdays at McCloud Nature Park. They are FREE to attend, appropriate for all ages, and no advance registration is required. Each program is approximately 2 hours in duration.
Please be advised that the park closes at 11 p.m. on Astronomy nights.
2026 Program Schedule:
Saturday, May 23 at 9 p.m.
Saturday, June 20 at 9 p.m.
Saturday, July 11 at 9 p.m.
Saturday, Aug. 8 at 9 p.m.
Saturday, Sept. 19 at 8 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 3 at 7:30 p.m.
(Cover photo by Larry Evans)
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/north-salem/astronomy-with-ias/200029953200420
- **Event Categories**: workshops
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 2

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: North Salem
- **state**: IN
- **country**: United States
- **location**: McCloud Nature Park
- **lat**: 39.833483874629
- **long**: -86.681417139335
- **full address**: McCloud Nature Park, 8518 Hughes Rd, North Salem, IN 46165-9482, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Astronomy with IAS being held?
  - **A:** Astronomy with IAS takes place on Sat, 20 Jun, 2026 at 09:00 pm to Sat, 20 Jun, 2026 at 09:00 pm at McCloud Nature Park, 8518 Hughes Rd, North Salem, IN 46165-9482, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Astronomy with IAS?
  - **A:** Astronomy with IAS is organized by Hendricks County Parks and Recreation.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Astronomy with IAS 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 North Salem, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Astronomy with IAS sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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