Explore the Stars: Observatory Public Night (Oct 30)
Join the Georgia Tech Observatory’s free Public Nights to explore the Moon, planets, and night-sky wonders through telescopes on select Thursday evenings.
On select Thursday evenings, the Georgia Tech Observatory opens its doors to the public for a free night under the stars. Between the Howey and Mason Buildings, telescopes are set up for close-up views of the Moon, Jupiter, Saturn, and other night-sky wonders and if you’ve got your own telescope, you’re welcome to bring it along.
Public Nights are contingent on clear weather.
For updated schedules, potential closures, driving and parking directions, and other information, please consult the official website: astronomy.gatech.edu
Fall 2025 Semester
- September 4 - 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. - Moon, Alberio
- October 2 - 8:00 to 10:30 p.m. - Moon, Saturn
- October 30 - 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. - Moon, Saturn
- December 4 - 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. - Full Moon, Saturn
Spring 2026 Semester
- January 22 - 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. - Moon, Jupiter
- February 26 - 7 to 9 p.m. - Moon, Jupiter
- April 2 - 8 to 10 p.m. - Jupiter, Orion Nebula
- April 23 - 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. - Moon, Jupiter