# Event Details - **Event Name**: Public Astronomy Program at Mt. Diablo State Park - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 29 Aug, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Sat, 29 Aug, 2026 at 11:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event Description**: Learn about the night sky from Sunset to Moonrise and view the Moon and other objects through telescopes.About this EventPlease join the Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society for its August 29 astronomy program at the lower summit parking lot. This month’s topic is: Sunset to Moonrise – Arrive by 7 p.m. to safely view the Sun through telescopes. Then enjoy the 7:40 p.m. sunset and coming darkness, topped off with the rising of the almost full moon at 8:20 pm.Arrive early to safely view the Sun through telescopes. The program starts at 7 p.m. at the lower summit parking lot of Mt. Diablo State Park (enter the park at least 45 minutes earlier). Although there is no fee for this program, there is a park entrance fee.Parking in the Lower Summit lots is limited and is First Come, First Served. If the lots are full when you arrive, you may park outside those lots, but please note:a. Park ONLY in other designated parking areas or completely off the road.b. Illegally parked cars are subject to ticketing or towing by Park personnel.c. It is rare, but possible, that nearby parking will not be available.Bring kids, binoculars, warm clothes (temperature can drop), snacks, and water. No need for a flashlight but if you must bring one, please cover it in red plastic.Park gates are locked after sunset, and exit of the park is permitted only via escorted caravans several times during the evening through the Northgate entrance.Astronomy program is weather dependent. Check the MDAS website www.mdas.net or call the park 925-837-2525. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/walnut-creek/public-astronomy-program-at-mt-diablo-state-park/100001996919427764 - **Event Categories**: business, kids - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 4 hours - Location: Mt. Diablo State Park - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Walnut Creek - **state**: CA - **country**: United States - **location**: Mt. Diablo State Park - **lat**: 37.9132494 - **long**: -122.0035074 - **full address**: Mt. Diablo State Park, Northgate Road, Walnut Creek, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Public Astronomy Program at Mt. Diablo State Park - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/d2f6cceed6283a11d6ef1a4b6ddf9eeea88c598bdc4450d4ab3435a82e00e9c5-rimg-w479-h250-dc080808-gmir.jpg?v=1786083463 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Public Astronomy Program at Mt. Diablo State Park being held? - **A:** Public Astronomy Program at Mt. Diablo State Park takes place on Sat, 29 Aug, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Sat, 29 Aug, 2026 at 11:00 pm at Mt. Diablo State Park, Northgate Road, Walnut Creek, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Public Astronomy Program at Mt. Diablo State Park? - **A:** Public Astronomy Program at Mt. Diablo State Park is organized by Mt. Diablo Astronomical Society. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Public Astronomy Program at Mt. Diablo State Park is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. 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