Jasper Dark Sky Festival

Celebrating Jasper's distinction as the largest accessible Dark Sky Preserve in the world!


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Location: Jasper

At night, Jasper is a stunning wilderness of stars. Home to the world's largest accessible Dark Sky Preserve, Jasper makes it easy to appreciate and experience it all during the Jasper Dark Sky Festival. 

Now in its 16th year, the festival continues to grow in both depth of expertise and creativity.

You won't just be looking at stars, you'll be learning the science of astronomy, connecting with Indigenous knowledge keepers and enjoying awe-inspiring events, like the Symphony Under the Stars at JPL.

Jasper Dark Sky events

With everything from paint nights to photography workshops, trivia, yoga, skygazing with the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada and the signature Symphony Under the Stars at Jasper Park Lodge, the Jasper Dark Sky Festival celebrates star-themed entertainment of all kinds.

2026 Program

For complete details see the Jasper Dark Sky events page.

October 16After Dark - Small Group Photo Tour
October 17After Dark - Small Group Photo Tour
October 23Jasper Rocketry Lab
 After Dark - Small Group Photo Tour
October 24Sciencefest, presented by Telus World of Science - Edmonton
 Blast off with Eric
 Jasper Rocketry Lab
 After Dark - Small Group Photo Tour
 After Dark - Trivia with Alan Nursall

Events range from free fireside chats to ticketed events ranging from $10 to $500. 

For more info and to book tickets check out the full program here.


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Watch this video to see the warmth and heart of the Dark Sky Festival experience in Jasper. / video by Tourism Jasper

Watch Jasper Dark Sky Festival 2022 on YouTube.

When you go

Jasper was designated a dark sky preserve in March 2011 thanks to the optimal conditions and minimal light pollution in the area. 

To respect the dark sky experience, keep the lights low: if you're bringing a headlamp for night time activities, grab one with a red light setting (red light is not as strong or disruptive to the eyes.)

Nights can be cool in October, especially when you're exploring space; be sure to bring layers!