Event
Murray River Lakes and Coorong
Ground to the Stars: A Winter Solstice Dark Sky Celebration
Murray River Lakes and Coorong
Free
Event
Join a spectacular evening under some of the world's darkest skies! As part of the Winter Solstice, the River Murray International Dark Sky Reserve (RMIDSR) and Mid Murray Landcare South Australia invite you to the Swan Reach Oval for a free, family-friendly celebration of the nocturnal environment.
What's On:
Telescopes: Professional equipment and green-laser sky tours with Stargazing SA.
Photography: Beginner-friendly smartphone astrophotography tips with Matt Clarke.
Smartscope Imaging: Live, automated deep-sky imaging of galaxies via Innovation Hub technology.
Dark Sky Dining: Support the local CFS! Hot food and drinks will be available for purchase.
Win a Scope: Support RMIDSR Skycare by entering our major raffle. Prizes include a DWARF mini Smart Telescope Kit (AUD895), a Dark Sky Getaway with Gateway to the Galaxy, a Guided Astro Experience with River Murray Dark Sky Tours, an SRO Astronomy Experience, and an Astro-Fuel Meal Deal from the Dark Sky Takeaway.
When: Saturday 20 June 2026, 5:30 PM — 9:30 PM.
Where: Swan Reach Area School Oval and Gym.
Cost: FREE, but registration is essential.
What to Bring: Bring your own seating, picnic, warm layers, and red-light torches only to protect 'Gold Tier' darkness—plus your smartphone and a sense of wonder!
What's On:
Telescopes: Professional equipment and green-laser sky tours with Stargazing SA.
Photography: Beginner-friendly smartphone astrophotography tips with Matt Clarke.
Smartscope Imaging: Live, automated deep-sky imaging of galaxies via Innovation Hub technology.
Dark Sky Dining: Support the local CFS! Hot food and drinks will be available for purchase.
Win a Scope: Support RMIDSR Skycare by entering our major raffle. Prizes include a DWARF mini Smart Telescope Kit (AUD895), a Dark Sky Getaway with Gateway to the Galaxy, a Guided Astro Experience with River Murray Dark Sky Tours, an SRO Astronomy Experience, and an Astro-Fuel Meal Deal from the Dark Sky Takeaway.
When: Saturday 20 June 2026, 5:30 PM — 9:30 PM.
Where: Swan Reach Area School Oval and Gym.
Cost: FREE, but registration is essential.
What to Bring: Bring your own seating, picnic, warm layers, and red-light torches only to protect 'Gold Tier' darkness—plus your smartphone and a sense of wonder!
Facilities
Cafe
Carpark
Coach Parking
Family Friendly
Kiosk
Non Smoking
Pet Friendly - Enquire
Public Toilet
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