Do you fancy getting a closer look at the Moon next weekend? Elda is joining an international night of stargazing, with telescopes ready at Casa Colorá on Saturday 19 September.
The town will take part in International Observe the Moon Night, a worldwide initiative promoted by NASA. The aim is to encourage people to explore and learn more about our nearest celestial neighbour.
The event starts at 21:00 and places are limited, so anyone interested will need to register in advance.
See the Moon through a telescope
Participants will have the chance to observe the Moon through telescopes and
learn more about its surface. Some of the features are visible from Earth.
The event forms part of NASA’s International Observe the Moon Night. The event brings together astronomy groups and members of the public around the world for a shared night of lunar observation.
Elda’s event will take place at Casa Colorá, with the local astronomy association helping visitors get more from their view through the telescopes.
How to book a place
The event is open to the public, but advance registration is essential because organisers have limited the number of places.
You can register using the QR code on the event poster or through the online registration form provided by the council.
Register for Elda’s Moon observation night
Environment councillor Cristina Rodríguez Armigen said the council wants to make science and astronomy more accessible through activities that people can take part in themselves.
She also highlighted the work of the Asociación Amigos de la Astronomía de Elda in bringing astronomy activities to the town.
For Costa Blanca residents who have looked up at the Moon countless times but never seen it through a telescope, Saturday night offers a chance to change that.
Bridging the Gap’s recap
- Elda joins International Observe the Moon Night on Saturday 19 September.
- The event starts at 21:00 at Casa Colorá.
- Visitors will be able to observe the Moon through telescopes.
- The evening forms part of an international NASA initiative.
- Elda Friends of Astronomy Association is helping to organise the event.
- The activity is open to the public.
- Places are limited and advance registration is required.
- Registration is available online or through the QR code on the event poster.
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