Unfortunately, the star party scheduled for April 6, 2024, has been canceled due to last-minute facility maintenance. However, the planetarium will still be open and showing "Totality" in preparation for the eclipse on Monday!
We are currently not accepting private star party reservations, if you would like to join the waitlist click the link below.
Private Star Party Waitlist Form
Star parties occur on the first and third Saturday of every month.
Rafes Urban Astronomy Center
The Rafes Urban Astronomy Center opened its gates on October 3, 2007 and now houses observatory facilities for public outreach and the UNT Astronomy program's observatory labs.
Monroe Remote Observatory
The Monroe Remote Observatory is a remote facility which serves as the primary research center for Astronomy Faculty and Graduate students.