Perseid Meteor Shower Star Party
A free Kanab star party timed to the Perseid meteor shower peak on August 12, 2026 at Jackson Flat Reservoir.
Stellar Vista Observatory's free public star party on Aug. 12, 2026 lines up with the Perseid meteor shower peak at Jackson Flat Reservoir Boat Launch Parking Area at 9:15 PM. The observatory says its public star parties are open to everyone and typically include telescopes, binoculars, and volunteer astronomers.
What to know before you go
- Perseid Meteor Shower Star Party is part of our outdoor event coverage for Southern Utah.
- It is tied to Southern Utah, which helps guests compare drive time and choose the right basecamp.
- Check the official event source for late schedule changes before you head out.
- Save Jackson Flat Reservoir Boat Launch Parking Area, Kanab in your map app before you leave Duck Creek or cross the parks corridor.
Plan the rest of the stay
Event days work best when the drive, weather, and overnight setup are already settled. Use these quick planning pages before you lock in the trip.
Current details and official links
We use this page to make event day planning faster for Duck Creek guests, but organizer details can change. Cross-check the official source, ticket page, and map before you drive.