Nighttime programs and events

Nighttime activities, a campfire, and sunset at Minnesota State Parks and Trails

 

See your favorite parks in a whole new light! Lots of parks schedule special events after dusk, such as nighttime hikes, moonlit paddles, stargazing and storytelling programs.

In addition to the events below, the University of Minnesota Astronomy Department brings telescopes to the parks throughout the summer with the free Universe in the Park program.

Events calendar

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08/21/26Universe in the ParkLake Louise State Park Picnic Shelter
08/22/26Scoping Out the SunForestville Mystery Cave State Park Picnic Shelter
08/22/26Exploring Our Moon, Sun, and Solar System William H. Morrissey Visitor Center at Mystery Cave
08/22/26Safely View the Sun and Explore its Wonders!William H. Morrissey Visitor Center at Mystery Cave
08/22/26Universe in the ParkForestville Mystery Cave State Park - Historic Forestville Barn
08/22/26Star Party!Forestville Mystery Cave State Park - Townsite Loop Trailhead across from the Historic Forestville Parking Lot

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