Welcome to Kingaroy Observatory
Best stargazing dates are in BOLD as shown each month on right of this page
Greyed-out dates can not be booked as they are over a bright Moon period, which makes viewing of Nebulae, Galaxies etc, more difficult due to moonlight.The brighter the Moon is, the less stars you see.
NOTE on Booking: When you book, it is imperative, you call the Observatory 1 hour out from start time, for a check of weather
All stargazing shows tear round begin at 7.30pm and conclude at 9pm.
MOBILE PHONES TO BE TURNED OFF when entering the Observatory premises as they will interfere with the GPS and computerised assisted telescopes
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Please call James on 0427 961 391 to enquire if we are doing a night show on a date you have in mind before you book online.
ALL our night shows begin at 7.30 pm and conclude at 9pm
Bookings close at 12 Noon on the day of your nominated stargazing night.
Bookings of 5 or more Adults require a 50% deposit at time of booking via EFT with details in our reply email.
Show prices
Adult/Senior $40
Pensioner with card $30
Schoolage 5-17yrs $20
Group bookings (not Schools) attract a 50% deposit.
- 9 December @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Star Gazing
- 10 December @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Star Gazing
- 11 December @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Star Gazing