Open fires are prohibited throughout the park from midnight to 4 p.m. through April 30 per the 4 p.m. Burning Law. This includes wood and charcoal. Gas is permissible. Campground fires are allowed during the restricted time if a camp host is on duty and signage to that effect is posted in the campground. Failure to observe the 4 p.m. Burning Law can result in a fine. Contact the Park Office for additional information.
Between 04/27/2024 and 05/07/2024
(9) Events Found For Event Types
Astronomy/Stargazing
April 28, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Natural Tunnel State Park Visitor Center
Stop by the Visitor Center and have the opportunity to view the sun through a telescope.
April 28, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Sweet Run State Park main parking lot, near pollinator garden.
Can you hear the park talking? There are many tales and tails throughout Sweet Run State Park. Some are visual, some are tactile, most don’t use words, so how does the park share its stories? Park Interpreters will help you discover the park through hands on activities, artifacts and yes even some words.
May 4, 2024. 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
James River State Park Shelter #4/IDA viewing area
Did you know that James River State Park is a member of the International Dark Sky Association?
May 4, 2024. 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Machicomoco State Park Interpretive Area: Hillside Steps
Star gaze with us and become a "Night Sky Explorer" Junior Ranger!
May 4, 2024. 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Powhatan State Park Equestrian Parking
Join astronomers from the Richmond Astronomical Society for Saturday Under the Stars.
May 4, 2024. 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
Join the Virginia Peninsula Stargazers as they point out the different items of our solar system in the night sky. They will have the equipment. Just bring your curiosity. This program is dependent on the clarity of the viewing sky on the night it occurs. .
May 4, 2024. 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Natural Tunnel State Park Gazebo
Join astronomy volunteers as they share the stories written in the night sky.
May 4, 2024. 9:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Skyline Trailhead Parking Lot
If you ever wanted to see a shooting star, come join our meteor shower watch! Join park rangers for an exploration of our night sky at this International Dark Sky Park.
Jan. 1, 2023 12:00 a.m. - Dec. 31, 2025 11:59 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Beach
Throughout the year various constellations appear in the night sky.
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