Join the International Centre for Radio Astronomy Research (ICRAR) for an evening of stargazing this National Science Week!

ICRAR is busting out the telescopes and hitting the streets of Morawa for a free stargazing event!

Come on down to the Morawa Sports Oval for a look through our telescopes to see the hidden wonders that lie at the heart of our galaxy the Milky Way. Also get a glimpse of the Moon, the planet Mars, and even deep space objects like the Jewel Box Cluster.

Visiting astronomers will give guided tours of the night sky, and Dr Ruby Wright will give a talk about the future collision between the Milky Way and our nearest galactic neighbour, Andromeda.

This event is for anyone and everyone who is interested in space or just wants to see the night sky like you have never seen before. We will be there no matter the weather! 

Details

When: 5:30pm to 8:30pm, Wednesday 6th August 2025

Where: Morawa Sports Oval, Jukes Place, Morawa

What to bring: BYO chairs, picnics, drinks, torches, warm clothes, fly net and insect repellent. If you have binoculars or your own telescope, bring them along. If you don’t that’s okay – there will be telescopes set up that you can share.

Bookings: This is a FREE event. Please register here… This event will go ahead rain, hail or shine.  

This event is part of Mid West Star Trails hosted by ICRAR in Morawa, Yalgoo, Cue and Mount Magnet.

More information

Event Page

Let us know you’re coming to this free community event.

Where to Stay

Make a weekend of it and stay a few nights to explore the area!

More Details

Download the flyer for the event program and more information.