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We're unveiling our new Astronomy Center to the community with two unforgettable days of festival fun that are bound to be out of this world!

The countdown is over! Blast off with special astro-themed programs & activities for families and kids of all ages. We’ll open our site at 10:00 am with special attractions and programs celebrating the Grand Opening of our Astronomy Center until 2:00 pm.*

Preregistration strongly encouraged! All-inclusive entry fee. Rain or shine.
*Standard admission rates after 2:00 pm.

We're unveiling our new Astronomy Center to the community with two unforgettable days of festival fun that are bound to be out of this world!

The countdown is over! Blast off with special astro-themed programs & activities for families and kids of all ages. We’ll open our site at 10:00 am with special attractions and programs celebrating the Grand Opening of our Astronomy Center until 2:00 pm.*

Preregistration strongly encouraged! All-inclusive entry fee. Rain or shine.
*Standard admission rates after 2:00 pm.

about our new astronomy center
about our new astronomy center

Sat, November 22 & Sun, November 30

10:00 am – 2:00 pm

All-Inclusive Event Rates

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PRE-REGISTRATION TICKETS*

  • Members: $15/person
  • Non-Members: $25/person
  • Children 2 & under: FREE

Walk-in Tickets

  • Members: $20/person
  • Non-Members: $30/person
  • Children 2 & under:  FREE

PREMIUM MEMBERSHIP Level BENEFITS

  • Director's Circle Members:  FREE, including exclusive DC Lounge access
  • Family Premium & Plus Members: One FREE Pre-registered Fest
    (Standard Member rates, thereafter)
    Apply Discount Code FREEASTROFEST at checkout to redeem one Free Fest day.
Capacity is Limited.
Ensure your admission and best value by pre-registering.

BUZZ LIGHTYEAR VISITS HECKSCHER FARM
UFO BOUNCE HOUSE
Astro Fest Highlights

Astro Fest Highlights

The Countdown to Lift-Off is Over!

Astroattractions Scaled
With WEBE108 Broadcasting LIVE on-site on MARCH 8th!
With WEBE108 Broadcasting LIVE on-site on MARCH 8th!
UFO BOUNCE HOUSE
BUZZ LIGHTYEAR VISITS HECKSCHER FARM
Event will be held rain or shine; tickets are non-refundable.
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Questions?

Contact Gigi Lombardi
Special Events & Facility Use Manager
203.977.6530 or GLombardi@stamfordmuseum.org

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THIS WINTER

Find Our Gift Shop at the Astronomy Center!

With our Overbrook Nature Center Gift Shop closed for the season, drop by Riley's Cosmic Shop to explore a galaxy of goodies! Shop for astronomy-themed treasures, souvenirs and gifts for all ages, SM&NC apparel, and so much more.

Gift Shop Hours

This Winter, we're open five days a week (closed Monday & Tuesday)

  • Wednesday, Thursday & Friday: 1 — 4 pm
  • Saturday & Sunday: 10 am — 4 pm