Plan an evening of astronomy at Bruneau Dunes State Park. These two special observatory evenings offer families a chance to explore the night sky. Shows begin at 6 p.m. Telescope viewing depends on weather, and the park may close the observatory early because of weather or low attendance.
When: November 6 and 7, 2026, 6–10 p.m. Mountain Standard Time each evening.
Where: Bruneau Dunes State Park Observatory, 27608 Sand Dunes Road, Mountain Home, Idaho 83647.
Admission and registration: Standard program fees are $5 per person or $20 for parents with their minor children. Children 5 and younger are free. The park also charges a $7 motor vehicle entrance fee. No advance registration requirement is stated in the event announcement; contact the park at 208-366-7919 with admission questions.
November 7 program details | Park fees and visitor information. These astronomy programs are separate from the nearby Cowboy Christmas market.
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Original AI illustration of a family using a telescope beneath a desert night sky
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