Celebrate International Observe the Moon Night at 12 Locations from RMSC's STEM Ambassadors
*The event has already taken place on this date: Sat, 10/04/2025
Saturday, October 4: Set your sights on the stars this Saturday night during International Observe the Moon Night, as the RMSC STEM Ambassadors host star- and moon-gazing events across the Rochester area! Taking place after dusk at more than a dozen community locations, these free gatherings bring telescopes, astronomy know-how, and hands-on fun directly into neighborhoods. From the YMCA in Pittsford to libraries in Webster and Brockport, to the Ibero American Action League in Rochester, to local parks and community centers, each event offers a welcoming, family-friendly environment where people of all ages can explore the wonders of the night sky. It's a stellar way to connect with science, neighbors, and the cosmos—don’t forget to look up!
Please help us keep this calendar up to date! If this activity is sold out, canceled, or otherwise needs alteration, email mindy@kidsoutandabout.com so we can update it immediately. If you have a question about the activity itself, please contact the organization administrator listed below.
Don’t miss these International Observe the Moon Night events by RMSC's ambassadors:
October 4 | After Dusk
- Sweet Stargazing
Ibero American Action League
216 Clifford Ave, Rochester NY 14621
- Star Gazing
The Community Place of Greater Rochester Inc.
50 Beach Ave, Rochester, NY 14612
- Observe the Moon
House of Mercy, Inc
285 Ormond St, Rochester, NY 14605
- Hobnob with the Stars at Cobbs
Next Generation and You Advangrow Foundation
80 Culver Rd, Rochester, NY 14610
- Bismillah & Beyond
Westfall Academy/Islamic Center of Rochester
727 Westfall Rd, Rochester NY 14629
- MCLS Star Party-East Side
Webster Public Library
980 Ridge Rd, Webster, NY 14580
- MCLS Star Party-West Side
Seymour Library
161 East Ave, Brockport, NY 1442
- YMCA Community Star-Gazing Event!
YMCA of Greater Rochester
2300 W Jefferson Rd, Pittsford, NY 14534
- International Observe the Moon Night
Hipocampo Children’s Books
180 Reservoir Ave, Rochester, NY 14620
- Look Up (October 3)
Autism Up
50 Science Parkway, Rochester NY 14620
- Lluvia de Estrellas
Grupo Cultural Latinos en Rochester
Island Shelter, Ellison Park, Rochester, NY 14625
- BERR’s Stargazing Party
The BERR Society
Bronson Ave Playground, 15 Cady St, Rochester, NY 14608
About the RMSC STEM Ambassadors:
The Rochester Museum & Science Center's STEM Ambassador program trains community ambassadors in basic astronomy, night sky viewing, details about the upcoming NASA Artemis missions, and math communication in 2026. For their organizations, Ambassadors are provided with equipment including: binoculars, educational materials, tools for hosting star parties, and materials for activities. Participants represent community organizations, businesses, or municipalities and serve people in the Greater Rochester region.
Location:
Rochester, NY, USA
See map: Google Maps
*Times, dates, and prices of any activity posted to our calendars are subject to change. Please be sure to click through directly to the organization’s website to verify.
The event has already taken place on this date:
10/04/2025
Time:
After dusk
Price:
FREE
Ages
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