Starry Sky Night

at Onondaga Cave State Park

3/21/2026 | Onondaga Cave State Park | Leasburg, MO.

Onondaga Cave State Park is hosting a series of night sky viewing events again in 2026. Join astronomy enthusiast Joe Parish in the visitor center parking lot on one or more of the dates listed below to view the cosmos with a high-powered telescope.

These events are free and open to the public, and there is no need to register. Although a telescope will be provided, visitors are welcome to bring viewing devices of their own.

In the event of poor viewing conditions, the March through September programs will be pushed back one week, while the October program will be canceled. Check the park's Facebook page or the Park and Site Status Map for event updates.

Event Date and TimeRain Date*
Mar 21, 8:30 p.m.Mar 28
Apr 18, 8:30 p.m.Apr 25
May 16, 8:30 p.m.May 23
Jun 13, 9 p.m.Jun 20
Jul 18, 9 p.m.Jul 25
Aug 15, 9 p.m.Aug 22
Sep 12, 8:30 p.m.Sep 19
Oct. 3, 8:30 p.m.None

*Times for the rain dates will be the same as those of the original events.

Onondaga Cave State Park Contact Information:

  • Park address: 7556 Highway H, Leasburg, Mo.
  • Phone numbers:
    • More information about the event: 573-522-2785
    • General park information: 573-245-6576

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