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Crystal Coast Star Party 2026: Astronomy Activities for Kids

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Description

Event & Park Photos

A shooting star falls towards the dunes. A star covered sky is over the dunes.
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Meteor shower on South Core Banks

Credit: NPS Photo/Sabrina Godin

A shooting star falls towards the dunes. A star covered sky is over the dunes.
: Black & white patterned tower of the Cape Lookout Lighthouse stands against a blue & white cloud f
A bird with orange bill and orange legs runs along the tide line. Waves in the background
A red light illuminates a tent on the sand, with a star filled sky behind it.
A seashell lays in the sand, with the sun setting in the background.
A sand covered turtles flings sand on the beach while laying eggs.
A Jeep drives on the sand in between grass covered dunes.
A angler sits in a chair, with two fishing poles in the sand. Lighthouse in background.

Event Details

Special EventChildren’s Program

Date & Time

01:00 PM - 03:00 PM

Location

at Core Sound Waterfowl Museum Education Hall

Cost

Paid Event

Registration

No Registration Required