North York Moors Events
Dark Skies Festival 10th anniversary 14 February - 02 March 2025
We're delighted to be showcasing our tenth Dark Skies Festival in the up-coming year - this festival will be full of activities and opportunities for you to appreciate the wonders of the night sky. Join us to celebrate this fantastic anniversary by attending a stargazing event in the North York Moors, there's lots to choose from!
The North York Moors is one of only 21 locations in the world to be recognised for pristine, dark skies. We're an International Dark Sky Reserve, awarded by DarkSky (formerly International Dark-Sky Association).
Get prepared for your star-studded visit to the North York Moors and book a stay with one of our dark skies friendly accommodation providers. Not only will you get to experience this International Dark Sky reserve for longer, you will have the opportunity to meet the fantastic businesses that help us keep our skies dark.
We hope you can join us to celebrate!
1st Feb 2025 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Festival Skies and Mars red hot!
A setting moon will leave the sky very dark and starry as we go in search of the winter constellations. We'll embark on a voyage of discovery and also point...
Read More13th Feb 2025 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
An evening with Dame Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock MBE: The Dark Skies Festival’s 10th Anniversary launch event
You can begin the Dark Skies Festival’s Anniversary celebrations with a very special occasion at Sneaton Castle, Whitby on 13 February 2025.
Space scientist and broadcaster Dame Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock MBE...
Read More15th Feb 2025 11:00 am - 28th Feb 2025 2:00 pm
Felt Planets drop-in craft activity
Join our out-of-this-world children's crafting workshop during our 10th Dark Skies Festival at Danby Lodge National Park Centre on Saturday 15 February!
This February, your little explorers can embark on a...
Read More15th Feb 2025 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
The Robin Hood's Bay Dark Skies Ghost Walk
Come on a lantern led walk through streets and alleyways as you listen to tales of the Strange and Supernatural under deep dark skies.
Journey into a mysterious...
15th Feb 2025 6:45 pm
Dark Skies Festival Night Walk at Sutton Bank
Join Large Outdoors to enjoy the very special experience of walking at night through the Sutton Bank landscape, under the North York Moor’s dark skies.
Listen to what's around...
15th Feb 2025 7:00 pm
Whitby Night Photography Workshop
Do you fancy trying your hand at photographing something different? If so, then why not join local landscape photographer Richard Burdon and learn how to shoot stunning images of the...
Read More15th Feb 2025 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Big Dark Skies Festival Birthday Bash at Danby Lodge
Join us at Danby Lodge National Park Centre on Saturday 15 February for a celebration of our 10th Dark Skies Festival, with the incredible stargazing experts Astro Dog!
Get ready for...
Read More16th Feb 2025 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Neon Painting Workshop at Danby Lodge
Join us for a mesmerizing experience during our 10th Dark Skies Festival with an immersive Neon Painting Workshop!
Experience two hours of vibrant creativity as we transform a canvas into a...
Read More16th Feb 2025 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Neon Painting Workshop at Sutton Bank
Join us for a mesmerizing experience during our 10th Dark Skies Festival with an immersive Neon Painting Workshop!
Experience two hours of vibrant creativity as we transform a canvas into a...
Read More16th Feb 2025 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
The Robin Hood's Bay Dark Skies Ghost Walk
Come on a lantern led walk through streets and alleyways as you listen to tales of the Strange and Supernatural under deep dark skies.
Journey into a mysterious...
16th Feb 2025 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Dark Skies talks with the Whitby Astronomical Society
Join us for an exciting evening of discovery and exploration at the Dark Skies Talks with the Whitby Astronomical Society, hosted at the Whitby YHA, as part of the 10th...
Read More17th Feb 2025 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Celebrate 10 years of the North York Moors Dark Skies Festival from your own home with Professor Carole Haswell
Join Professor of Astrophysics, discoverer of exoplanets, and Teessider Carole Haswell, to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the North York Moors Dark Skies Festival.
This interactive online presentation will delve into...
Read More18th Feb 2025 6:45 pm
Dark Skies Experience at Sutton Bank
Join Large Outdoors for a unique Dark Skies Experience at Sutton Bank in the North York Moors. This event is perfect for those looking to explore the wonders of the...
Read More18th Feb 2025 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Dark Skies talks with the Whitby Astronomical Society
Join us for an exciting evening of discovery and exploration at the Dark Skies Talks with the Whitby Astronomical Society, hosted at the Whitby YHA, as part of the 10th...
Read More19th Feb 2025 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
The Robin Hood's Bay Dark Skies Ghost Walk
Come on a lantern led walk through streets and alleyways as you listen to tales of the Strange and Supernatural under deep dark skies.
Journey into a mysterious...
19th Feb 2025 6:45 pm
Dark Skies Festival Night Walk Robin Hood’s Bay
Join Large Outdoors for a fabulous walk from the iconic Robin Hood’s Bay to experience the coastline of the North York Moors National Park, a designated International Dark Sky Reserve,...
Read More20th Feb 2025 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
The Robin Hood's Bay Dark Skies Ghost Walk
Come on a lantern led walk through streets and alleyways as you listen to tales of the Strange and Supernatural under deep dark skies.
Journey into a mysterious...
21st Feb 2025 6:45 pm
Dark Skies Experience at Sutton Bank
Join Large Outdoors for a unique Dark Skies Experience at Sutton Bank in the North York Moors. This event is perfect for those looking to explore the wonders of the...
Read More22nd Feb 2025 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
The Robin Hood's Bay Dark Skies Ghost Walk
Come on a lantern led walk through streets and alleyways as you listen to tales of the Strange and Supernatural under deep dark skies.
Journey into a mysterious...
22nd Feb 2025 6:45 pm
Dark Skies Festival Night Walk at Sutton Bank
Join Large Outdoors to enjoy the very special experience of walking at night through the Sutton Bank landscape, under the North York Moor’s dark skies.
Listen to what's around...
22nd Feb 2025 6:45 pm
Night Navigation Experience
Join Large Outdoors for a chance to learn night navigation and stargazing under the dark skies of the North York Moors National Park.
Book your place here: Night...
22nd Feb 2025 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Big Dark Skies Festival Birthday Bash at Sutton Bank
Get ready to celebrate the 10th anniversary of our Dark Skies Festival with an out-of-this-world stargazing event at Sutton Bank on Saturday 22 February!
Join experienced astronomers Richard Darn and Neill...
Read More22nd Feb 2025 7:00 pm
Whitby Night Photography Workshop
Do you fancy trying your hand at photographing something different? If so, then why not join local landscape photographer Richard Burdon and learn how to shoot stunning images of the...
Read More23rd Feb 2025 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Felt Planets drop-in craft activity
Join our out-of-this-world children's crafting workshop during our 10th Dark Skies Festival at Danby Lodge National Park Centre on Sunday 23 February!
This February, your little explorers can embark on a...
Read More23rd Feb 2025 6:45 pm
Dark Skies Festival Night Walk Lastingham
Join Large Outdoors for a special Dark Skies Festival night walk along footpaths and trails around the village of Lastingham in the North York Moors National Park, a designated International...
Read More26th Feb 2025 10:00 am
Astro Crafts Family Activity
Fun for the whole family!
Drop in and join us for an out-of-this-world crafting session! Create a variety of space-themed crafts and discover the wonders of our dark skies....
26th Feb 2025 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Starry Night Watercolour Workshop
A workshop to celebrate and explore a starry, starry night. This watercolour workshop is suitable for adults of all levels, from absolute beginners to anyone wanting to explore new techniques....
Read More26th Feb 2025 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
The Robin Hood's Bay Dark Skies Ghost Walk
Come on a lantern led walk through streets and alleyways as you listen to tales of the Strange and Supernatural under deep dark skies.
Journey into a mysterious...
28th Feb 2025 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Felt Planets drop-in craft activity
Join our out-of-this-world children's crafting workshop during our 10th Dark Skies Festival at Danby Lodge National Park Centre on Friday 28 February!
This February, your little explorers can embark on a...
Read More28th Feb 2025 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Dark Sky Meander & Stargazing
This package is ideal for couples looking for a special dark skies date night.
Located at the stunning High Dalby House cottages in the middle of Dalby Forest, guests will be...
Read More28th Feb 2025 6:45 pm
Dark Skies Festival Night Walk at Sutton Bank
Join Large Outdoors to enjoy the very special experience of walking at night through the Sutton Bank landscape, under the North York Moor’s dark skies.
Listen to what's around...
1st Mar 2025 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Starry Night Watercolour Workshop
A workshop to celebrate and explore a starry, starry night. This watercolour workshop is suitable for adults of all levels, from absolute beginners to anyone wanting to explore new techniques....
Read More1st Mar 2025 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
The Robin Hood's Bay Dark Skies Ghost Walk
Come on a lantern led walk through streets and alleyways as you listen to tales of the Strange and Supernatural under deep dark skies.
Journey into a mysterious...
1st Mar 2025 6:45 pm
Dark Skies Experience at Sutton Bank
Join Large Outdoors for a unique Dark Skies Experience at Sutton Bank in the North York Moors. This event is perfect for those looking to explore the wonders of the...
Read More1st Mar 2025 6:45 pm
Dark Skies Festival Night Walk Robin Hood’s Bay
Join Large Outdoors for a fabulous walk from the iconic Robin Hood’s Bay to experience the coastline of the North York Moors National Park, a designated International Dark Sky Reserve,...
Read More2nd Mar 2025 6:45 pm - 9:00 pm
Dancing with The Long Dead Stars
Dancing with The Long Dead Stars
Sunday 2nd March 6.45 - 9.00pm Boggle Hole.
Booking required.
An invitation to walk to Boggle Hole and dance under the...
4th Mar 2025 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
The Dark Matters
Join us for an evening of discussion, performance reflections and film with leading dark sky experts, artists and academics to hear how cities can become dark sky-friendly. As part of...
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