Dark-Sky Festival

  • 21 Oct 2022
  • 22 Oct 2022
  • Tyler Bend Campground, St. Joe, AR


The Arkansas Natural Sky Association and various regional astronomy and environmental groups are proud to host AR’s first-ever Dark-Sky Festival! We’ll marvel at the last of the Summer Milky Way under the nearly natural skies of the Buffalo National River, the state's only designated International Dark-Sky Park.  
Where? Tyler Bend Campground – St. Joe, AR 
When? October 21st and 22nd
How Much? Free! But be sure and check out our Festival Store to find items to help you make the most of this experience.

This family-friendly event will be bursting with activities, including: 
✨ Constellation Tour 
Telescopic Star Party 
☄️ Orionid Meteor Shower 
Celestial Art Class 
Nocturnal Wildlife 
Light Pollution Awareness 
Nightscape Photography Contest 
Giant Bubble Blowing 
☀️ Solar Marshmallows 
… and so much more! 
For more information, visit the festival website: https://darkskyarkansas.org/dark-sky-festival/. There be sure to download the festival guide.