Events

Look up at the Moon on a clear night, and you'll see its surface is covered in craters. But who gets to name them – and how did that process […]

A special public night celebrating the Observatory's history and heritage, held each year on 20 August. This first evening honours Mark Tovey, our late Curator, on what would have been his birthday. Free, drop-in, everyone welcome.

Are we alone in the universe? It's one of humanity's oldest questions – but the answer might be more surprising than you'd expect. Join us on Saturday, August 22nd as […]

Come watch the Moon turn red with us! 🌕 Cronyn Observatory is hosting a Lunar Eclipse Watch Party on Thursday, August 27, from 9 PM to 1 AM. We'll have […]

You're invited to the last summer public night of 2026 at Cronyn Observatory! Have you ever wondered what an astronomer actually does? Spoiler: it's not just night sky observing. Prof. […]

On Sept. 19th, the Cronyn Observatory is organizing the International Observe the Moon Night (https://moon.nasa.gov/observe-the-moon-night/), a worldwide astronomy event focused on the Moon! We will have an afternoon event from 2:00 […]

Saturn reaches opposition in early October this year– the time when Earth passes directly between the Sun and Saturn, bringing this ringed giant closer to us and making it appear […]

Join us for a public night at Cronyn Observatory! These free, drop-in events welcome curious minds of all ages to explore astronomy in a fun, relaxed setting. Each night features […]

While public nights are usually on Saturdays, this special midweek session is scheduled so students can stop by after class and enjoy some time exploring astronomy. Visitors can tour the […]

Join us for a public night at Cronyn Observatory! These free, drop-in events welcome curious minds of all ages to explore astronomy in a fun, relaxed setting. Each night features […]