

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: May Star Party at Lake Whitney State Park!
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm – Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 10:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Get ready for a magical night under the Texas sky this May! With our beautiful Bortle 4 skies—dark enough to truly dazzle—you’re in for an unforgettable celestial show. 🌌

🌙 What’s Happening in the May Sky?
May 2026 is packed with sky watching highlights:
🌕 A rare Blue Moon on May 31
☄️ The Eta Aquariid meteor shower peaking May 5–6
🪐 A potential six-planet parade late in the month
✨ Mid-month, Mercury, Venus, and Jupiter will form a tight evening grouping
🌟 Vesta reaches opposition on May 2

🔭 What You’ll Experience
Explore dazzling constellations, learn fun star facts, and peek through our large telescope. Feel free to bring your own binoculars or telescope and join the fun!

📍 Location:
Star Party Viewing Area (across from the Group Rec Hall) just follow the lights and signs!

🧺 What to Bring
• Blanket or camp chair (limited seating available)
• Flashlight (red light preferred to protect night vision)
• Bug spray (Buzz, Buzz!!!)
• Snacks &amp; water
• Binoculars or telescope (optional)

🎟️ Reservations Required – Space is Limited!
Reserve your spot through Facebook or the park’s event page:
https://fs18.formsite.com/TPWD/x6pqhcox2q/index
(or use the QR code in the event photo)

🏕️ Want to make a weekend of it? Book your camping or day-use spot here:
https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/reservations or call (512) 389-8900 (Mon–Fri, 8 AM–5 PM)

📞 Questions? Contact the Park Office at (254) 694-3793 (Daily, 8:30 AM–4:30 PM) 📧 lakewhitneysp@tpwd.texas.gov

🌡️ Weather Note: Programs will not run if temperatures are below 55°F or above 95°F—perfect stargazing conditions only!

Bring your friends, share your favorite star stories, and enjoy a magical night together under the stars. We can’t wait to see you there! ✨

#LakeWhitneyStatePark #WhitneyChamberOfCommerce #TexasParksAndWildlife #TexasStateParks
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/whitney/may-star-party-at-lake-whitney-state-park/200029758138855
- **Event Categories**: parties, entertainment, trips-adventures, camping, parades
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 42

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/reservations?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=whitney-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Whitney
- **state**: TX
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 433 FM 1244, Whitney, TX, United States, Texas 76692
- **lat**: 31.94492
- **long**: -97.32388
- **full address**: 433 FM 1244, Whitney, TX, United States, Texas 76692

## Event Organizer details

- **affiliate_id**: 2
- **organizer**: Lake Whitney State Park - Texas Parks & Wildlife (https://allevents.in/org/lake-whitney-state-park-texas-parks-and-wildlife/23123661)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** 433 FM 1244, Whitney, TX, United States, Texas 76692
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Lake Whitney State Park - Texas Parks & Wildlife
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** parties, entertainment, trips-adventures, camping, parades
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about May Star Party at Lake Whitney State Park! ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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