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To the Moon

Location of Pocahontas State Park in Virginia

Where

Pocahontas State Park, 10301 State Park Rd., Chesterfield, VA 23832.
Picnic Area by Aquatic Complex

When

July 19, 2025. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

How does the man on the moon cut his hair? Eclipse it! Learn more moon jokes and facts as we celebrate International Moon Day. Participants will try their hand at making a paper rocket and landing it on the moon. July 20 marks the anniversary of the first landing by humans on the Moon as part of the Apollo 11 lunar mission in 1969. This program is suitable for all ages.

Please call (804) 796-4472 or email Rebecca.Whalen@dcr.virginia.gov for more information.

Know Before You Go: Before your visit, find the most up to date health and safety information HERE.

photo of a full moon rising above the trees

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 804-796-4255
Email Address: Pocahontas@dcr.virginia.gov