ORLANDO, Fla. — Central Florida skywatchers can get an up-close look at the Moon — and other night-sky sights — Friday night at the University of Central Florida.
UCF will host International Observe the Moon Night from 8 to 9:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 16, at the UCF Reflecting Pond. The free event is open to the public and welcomes visitors of all ages.
Organized by SpaceU and UCF’s Robinson Observatory, the worldwide celebration highlights lunar science, space exploration and the night sky.
What to expect
Visitors can look through high-powered portable telescopes operated by Robinson Observatory, with views of the Moon and other celestial objects, weather permitting.
The event will also feature hands-on “moony” activities, science demonstrations and educational displays from UCF’s Physics Department, Astronomy Society and other space-focused student organizations. UCF Libraries and the English Department will host themed learning and creative-media activities.
What to know before you go
When: 8–9:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 16.
Where: UCF Reflecting Pond, on UCF’s Orlando campus.
Cost: Free and open to all ages.
Parking: Visitors from outside UCF may need to purchase a standard daily campus parking permit.
Weather: Activities are weather-permitting. If rain or heavy clouds force a postponement, updates will be posted on the Robinson Observatory’s public events schedule.
International Observe the Moon Night is an annual global celebration of lunar observation, science, exploration, arts and culture
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