

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Astronomy and the Billionaire Space Race
- **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 03 Feb, 2026 at 08:30 am – Tue, 03 Feb, 2026 at 10:00 am
- **Event Description**: Join Dr. Samantha Lawler, University of Regina astronomer and internationally featured expert on satellite pollution, for a fascinating dive into why Saskatchewan has become one of the world’s hottest spots for falling space debris. From SpaceX Dragon trunk fragments landing on prairie farms to Starlink satellites lighting up the entire western sky during reentry, Dr. Lawler shares firsthand stories of science, surprise, and unexpected visits from SpaceX employees. Learn how the booming billionaire space race is reshaping international law, low‑Earth‑orbit safety, atmospheric pollution, and the future of astronomy—all grounded in dramatic real events unfolding right here on the prairies.Bookings are essential to ensure sufficient seating. See you at Barge Parks Events Centre on Tuesday 3rd February.FREE ADMISSION to club members and annual pass holders.  Use your coupon code to unlock free ticket options.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/whangarei/astronomy-and-the-billionaire-space-race/200029523677552
- **Event Categories**: sports, performances, art, theatre, entertainment
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 6

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: https://events.humanitix.com/astronomy-and-the-billionaire-space-race/tickets?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=whangarei-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Whangarei
- **state**: NO
- **country**: New Zealand
- **location**: 474 Maunu Road, Maunu, Whangārei 0179, New Zealand
- **lat**: -35.74363
- **long**: 174.27552
- **full address**: 474 Maunu Road, Maunu, Whangārei 0179, New Zealand, 474 Maunu Rd, Maunu, Whangarei 0179, New Zealand, Whangarei

## Event Organizer details

- **affiliate_id**: 2
- **organizer**: Northland Astronomy (https://allevents.in/org/northland-astronomy/27372246)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Tue, 03 Feb, 2026 at 08:30 am
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** 474 Maunu Road, Maunu, Whangārei 0179, New Zealand, 474 Maunu Rd, Maunu, Whangarei 0179, New Zealand, Whangarei
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Northland Astronomy
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** sports, performances, art, theatre, entertainment
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Astronomy and the Billionaire Space Race ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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