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Parade of Planets viewing (must register) - 6:15pm

Date and Time

Friday, January 31, 2025, 6:15 PM until 7:15 PM

Location

McKaig Nature Education Center
889 Croton Rd
Wayne, PA  19087
USA
484 580-9474

Event Contact(s)

Park Ranger
484-580-9474 (p)

Category

Family Fun

Registration Info

Registration is required
Payment In Full At Event Only

Capacity

35 Available Slot(s)

About this event



Parade of Planets & Crescent Moon Viewing

A Cosmic Spectacle Awaits!


Join us for an unforgettable celestial event as we witness a rare alignment of planets and a breathtakingly thin crescent moon.


What to Expect:

  • Planetary Parade: Marvel at the sight of Mars, Jupiter, Venus, and Saturn, visible to the naked eye.
  • Lunar Delicacy: Admire the incredibly slender crescent moon nestled near Saturn.
  • Telescopic Glimpse: Peer through a telescope (not provided) to catch a glimpse of distant Neptune and Uranus.

Event Details:

  • Meet-up: Roberts Elementary School parking lot near the Croton Road trailhead.
  • Time: Please arrive before 6:15 PM.
  • Viewing Location: We'll drive to a nearby viewing spot just outside the McKaig woods.
  • Donation: A $5 per person donation to McKaig Nature Center is requested at event (cash or Venmo).
  • Registration: Pre-registration and a signed waiver are required.

Don't miss this extraordinary opportunity to witness the wonders of the night sky.


Number of People Who Will Attend

Everyone
(No Fee)
* This can be your primary registrant type. Only one primary registrant type is allowed per registration.
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