Special Event
International Observe the Moon Night
Lunar Spectacular: Stargazing and Moon Exploration Night
Explore the Moon’s Wonders at the George Observatory
Join us for Saturday Stargazing with a lunar focus on International Observe the Moon Night! Join Observatory staff and amateur astronomers to see the Moon in all her glory. You will be able to take part in celestial observations, learn about lunar and science exploration and even take pictures of the moon with your cell phone! We will have talks by expert docents and moon-themed activities ongoing throughout the evening. The George Observatory is located in Brazos Bend State Park – visit the park’s website to purchase separate park entrance reservation.
Open Today: 12:00 am – 12:00 am
Plan A Visit Please Note:
Event Time
Saturday Oct 21, 2023
8:00 pm, 9:00 pm, 10:00 pm
Observatory tickets are offered on a timed and limited capacity basis, and must be purchased in advance.
Access inside the domes and viewing through telescope eyepieces is limited, and subject to availability & weather. Your ticket to this event is a timed entry admission, and a paper or electronic receipt is required for entry.
Tickets will not be available for purchase onsite.
Does not include entry to Brazos Bend State Park
The George Observatory resides within Brazos Bend State Park. Entrance fees apply: Entry to Brazos Bend State Park ends at 9:30 p.m. nightly
Purchase Brazos State Park Day Pass
Saturday Oct 21, 2023
8:00 pm, 9:00 pm, 10:00 pm
Observatory tickets are offered on a timed and limited capacity basis, and must be purchased in advance.
Access inside the domes and viewing through telescope eyepieces is limited, and subject to availability & weather. Your ticket to this event is a timed entry admission, and a paper or electronic receipt is required for entry.
Tickets will not be available for purchase onsite.
Does not include entry to Brazos Bend State Park
The George Observatory resides within Brazos Bend State Park. Entrance fees apply: Entry to Brazos Bend State Park ends at 9:30 p.m. nightly
Purchase Brazos State Park Day Pass