China Lake Astronomical Society (ChinaLakeAstro.org)

Next Star Party:

Friday, September 19, 2025 6:00 PM

Cerro Coso College Astronomical Star Party and Barbecue

Andromeda Galaxy M31 — Brian Wolfe

We will be conducting a dark sky star party at Cerro Coso Community College in conjuction with the annual Astronomical Star Party and Barbecue fundraiser.

To reserve your spot purchase tickets for the dinner, got to this Cerro Coso website page.

After dinner, telescopes will be available for public viewing at the college observatory, staffed by members of CLAS. You do not need to purchase tickets or attend the dinner if you'd just like to observe, which will start after 8 PM when it gets dark enough.

You should reserve and purchase your tickets in advance from the Cerro Coso website.

  • Ages 18 and over - $25
  • Ages 8 to 17 - $15
  • Children 7 and under attend for FREE (still need a ticket)

6:00 PM to 10:00 PM

DINNER  -  MUSIC  -  GAMES  -  STAR GAZING

Wine and beer will be available for purchase.

Presented by the Cerro Coso Community College Foundation

Activity

Telescopes under dark skies at the college

Cerro Coso Community College.
Outdoor Learning Terrace
3000 College Heights Blvd
Ridgecrest CA

Location

Cerro Coso Community College, Ridgecrest