Join us for Capitol Reef's annual astronomy festival--Heritage Starfest celebrates the amazing night skies of Capitol Reef and surrounding Wayne County. 
Friday, September 11: All events will take place in Capitol Reef National Park. 
Saturday, September 12:  Events will be held in the town of Torrey, Utah: Torrey Town Park and at the Entrada Institute. 
The webpage will be updated when more information becomes available:  <a href="https://www.nps.gov/care/planyourvisit/heritage-starfest.htm">https://www.nps.gov/care/planyourvisit/heritage-starfest.htm</a>

Heritage Starfest 2026

Wingate Sandstone cliffs behind historic barn and farmhouse

Gifford House and Pendleton Barn

A hiker stands beside Hickman Bridge, a natural sandstone bridge

Hickman Bridge

Exposed layers of rock in the Waterpocket fold

Strike Valley

Cliffs known as "The Castle" tower above the Capitol Reef Visitor Center

Capitol Reef Visitor Center with "The Castle"

Fruit tree with peaches in front of red sandstone cliffs

Heritage Starfest 2026

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