What's on

The UWS observatory runs family astronomy nights designed to enhance exposure to astronomy, science and space science.

Find out about our hours, costs and how to make a booking.

 Public astronomy programs 

Public Astronomy Programs
(UWS Penrith Campus, Werrington North) 

January
School Holiday Program
Thursday 19 January
Kids Fun Day - 11.00 am - 1.00 pm

Saturday 28 Janaury
Kids Astronomy Night - 8.00 pm - 10.00 pm
Our Place in Space

February
Saturday 11 February
Family Astronomy Night - 8.00 pm - 10.00 pm
Astronomical Uniqueness - Are we alone?

March
Saturday 3
Dads & Kids Night - 8.00 pm - 10.00 pm
Stars & Chemistry

Saturday 31
Family Astronomy Night - 8.00 pm - 10.00 pm
Stellar Evolution

April
Friday 20
Saturday 21
Kids Astronomy Night - 7.00 pm - 9.00 pm
Going a Little Lunar

May
Saturday 5
Mothers & Kids Night - 7.00 pm - 9.00 pm
If it's NOT made of milk, why do they call it the Milky Way?

Saturday 19
Family Astronomy Night - 7.00 pm - 9.00 pm

June
Wednesday 6
Transit of Venus - from 8 am

Saturday 30
Family Astronomy Night - 7.00 pm - 9.00 pm

These programs are subject to change without notice.

Cost for Family Programs:
$15.00 adult
$10.00 child/concession
$40.00 family

To Book:
Bookings Essential
Phone 47360135 or 
Email r.mccourt@uws.edu.au 

Web: 
www.uws.edu.au/observatory