Star Party Events

Covington Community Park Star Gaze

Details

Public

Type: Star Party

Keywords: Public Free

Held on: May 02, 2025 (Fri) at 08:00 PM to May 02, 2025 (Fri) at 11:55 PM

Sunset Times:

  • Official at 08:21 PM
  • Civil at 08:55 PM
  • Nautical at 09:38 PM
  • Astronomical at 10:28 PM

Lunar Phase:

Location: 17649 SE 240th St, Covington, WA 98042

Event Coordinator: Steve Case

Overview

Note: Astronomy Orientation Class starts at 6pm across the street at the Acquatics Center then back over to the soccer field at 8pm for stargazing. (This will happen rain or shine.)

This public "Star Gaze" event is authorized by the city of Covington, Parks & Recreation Department and is free of charge. 

Wear warm clothes, bring a comfy chair, blanket, something hot to drink, and binoculars if you have them.


Experienced astronomer volunteers from the Seattle Astronomical Society (SAS) bring their telescopes and binoculars to share with the public.  Everyone is welcome including families with children.


Check the SAS website < www.seattleastro.org > frequently for star gazing event status.  If weather conditions force cancellation of an event, that news will be posted not later that 4PM the day of the event.