SoCal Stars Are Aligning
SoCal has plenty of celebrities, but let's face it: some of the best stars are overhead! As we head toward winter, Mother Nature will be raining down meteor showers and, well, regular showers. Let the rain pass. The stars aren't going anywhere! From star parties and sunset hikes to relaxing under dazzling dark skies, these extra-celestial adventures are worth keeping on your radar.
Week: 11.11.2026
Regions: Southern CA
Griffith’s Glow
Griffith Observatory Sunset Hike, Space Themed Events, and Star Parties
Gaze upon a glorious LA sunset and moonrise from Griffith Observatory, which also hosts space-themed events and star parties, along with occasional guided walks.
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Dark Sky Adventures in Central Oregon
Some trips promise you the moon and the stars. And this one delivers in a big way, plus throws in some extra planets for your viewing pleasure. From Bend, Sunriver, and Sisters to Antelope Basecamp in the remote high desert.
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Sycamore Canyon Sunset Hike and Stargazing
Sunset hikes are beautiful, but they shine naturally brighter when paired with stargazing afterwards. Make it happen in Sycamore Canyon, which hosts public stargazing events on select fourth Fridays.
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Stargaze in Joshua Tree National Park
Sure, it’s those whimsical trees that give Joshua Tree National Park its marquee billing; but this beautiful landscape also has surrounding mountains and its night sky—one of the darkest in Southern California and designated an International Dark Sky Park. Joshua Tree has four allowable stargazing parking lots, and a newly opened haven for spending the night nearby...
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