SMCAS and the City of San Carlos Parks Department host a public Star Party, usually twice a month when there is a new moon. Members set up telescopes and let the public view and share their knowledge of the night sky all for FREE. All ages are welcome. If you have kids interested in space or science, bring them here for a real time view of planets, nebula, star clusters and galaxies.

If you are a non-member and own a telescope, bring it to share! Experts are available if you need assistance or have questions about buying a telescope.

Telescope setup begins at sunset and observing starts one hour after sunset. In the event of inclement weather (rain, clouds, fog, or high winds) the Star Party will be canceled. Because each astronomer makes his or her own decision about bringing their telescope, there is no official cancellation notice. 

Schedules

  • Occurred Saturday, February 14th, 2026 @ 5:45 pm – 9:00 pm
  • Occurred Saturday, February 21st, 2026 @ 5:55 pm – 9:00 pm
  • Occurred Saturday, March 14th, 2026 @ 7:15 pm – 9:30 pm
  • Occurred Saturday, March 21st, 2026 @ 7:20 pm – 9:30 pm
  • Occurs Saturday, April 11th, 2026 @ 7:40 pm – 9:30 pm
  • Occurs Saturday, April 18th, 2026 @ 7:45 pm – 9:30 pm
  • Occurs Saturday, May 16th, 2026 @ 8:10 pm – 9:30 pm
  • Occurs Saturday, June 13th, 2026 @ 8:30 pm – 10:00 pm
  • Occurs Saturday, June 20th, 2026 @ 8:30 pm – 10:00 pm
  • Occurs Saturday, July 11th, 2026 @ 8:30 pm – 10:00 pm
  • Occurs Saturday, July 18th, 2026 @ 8:30 pm – 10:00 pm
  • Occurs Saturday, August 8th, 2026 @ 8:10 pm – 10:00 pm
  • Occurs Saturday, August 15th, 2026 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
  • Occurs Saturday, September 12th, 2026 @ 7:20 pm – 9:30 pm
  • Occurs Saturday, October 3rd, 2026 @ 6:50 pm – 9:30 am
  • Occurs Saturday, October 10th, 2026 @ 6:35 pm – 9:30 pm
  • Occurs Saturday, November 7th, 2026 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
  • Occurs Saturday, November 14th, 2026 @ 4:55 pm – 9:00 pm
  • Occurs Saturday, December 19th, 2026 @ 4:50 pm – 9:00 pm
  • Occurs Saturday, December 26th, 2026 @ 4:55 pm – 9:00 pm

Venue

Crestview Park

1000 Crestview Drive
San Carlos, CA 94070

Contact

SMC Astronomical Soceity Board

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