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Petit Jean State Parks
Arkansas State Parks Calendar of Events
Under the Stars at Lake Sylvia
Thursday, July 10, 2025
/ 7:45 p.m. - 8:45 p.m.
Enjoy the nights sky with a park interpreter! Look through a telescope to see the full moon and learn about the stars.
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Moonlit over the Monument
Thursday, July 10, 2025
/ 9 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Step onto one of the Monument Trails at Devil's Den State Park by the light of the full moon and see the forest in a whole new way. As the sun sets and shadows stretch, we’ll hike beneath the stars,…
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Rock Stars of the Monument: Geology of Devil's Den
Saturday, July 12, 2025
/ 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Join a park interpreter for a geology focused hike along the monument trails. This two mile, mildly strenuous hike will uncover the geologic story of Devil's Den State Park and geologic events that…
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Night Hike: Nocturnal Powers
Sunday, July 13, 2025
/ 8 p.m. - 9 p.m.
When we hike into the darkness, the powers of animals come into the light. Grab your flashlights and join the park interpreter for a night hike along the 0.5-mile Dogwood Lane Trail. Enjoy some games…
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Star Party
Saturday, July 19, 2025
/ 8:45 p.m. - 9:45 p.m.
Discover the Wonders of the Night Sky! Join park staff and the Northwest Arkansas Astronomical Society at the pavilion for an
evening of stargazing. Bring your own telescope or binoculars or explore…
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Summer Stargazing
Friday, July 25, 2025
/ 10 p.m. - 11 p.m.
Mount Magazine’s exceptionally dark skies make for exceptionally bright stars. Witness stunning light that has taken an unfathomably long journey to be enjoyed by you from Cameron Bluff…
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Stars in the Sandstone
Friday, August 08, 2025
/ 4 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
The night sky over Petit Jean State Park has
remained a source of curiosity and inspiration for generations. Join a park interpreter for a special look into the celestial
stories these ancient…
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Kayaking Under the Perseid Meteor Shower
Friday, August 08, 2025
/ 9 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Join the park interpreters behind the visitor
center for a special night kayaking experience on Lake Bailey. This paddle will
include star gazing and viewing the Perseid Meteor Shower. This…
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Celestial Show at Stout's Point
Saturday, August 09, 2025
/ 9 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Join a park interpreter at Stout’s Point
for a peaceful evening under the stars at one of the park’s most scenic
overlooks. We’ll begin with a brief introduction to the Perseid Meteor
Shower—exploring…
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Amazing Animals of Arkansas
Sunday, August 10, 2025
/ 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Logoly State Park has some very unique animals. Join the park interpreter to learn about the weird eaters, the track stars, and what may be the oddest animal in the park.
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Perseid Meteor Shower Watch Party
Tuesday, August 12, 2025
/ 8:30 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Queen Wilhelmina State Park is the perfect location to view the Perseid Meteor Shower. Meet a park interpreter at 8:30 p.m. to learn what causes meteor showers and for viewing tips. Join at 8:45 p.m.…
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Star Party
Saturday, August 23, 2025
/ 8:15 p.m. - 9:15 p.m.
Discover the Wonders of the Night Sky! Join park staff and the Northwest Arkansas Astronomical Society at the pavilion for an
evening of stargazing. Bring your own telescope or binoculars or explore…
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Summer Stargazing
Saturday, August 23, 2025
/ 10 p.m. - 11 p.m.
Mount Magazine’s exceptionally dark skies make for exceptionally bright stars. Witness stunning light that has taken an unfathomably long journey to be enjoyed by you from Cameron Bluff…
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Star Party
Friday, September 19, 2025
/ 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Discover the Wonders of the Night Sky! Join park staff and the Northwest Arkansas Astronomical Society at the pavilion for an
evening of stargazing. Bring your own telescope or binoculars or explore…
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Fall Star Party
Saturday, October 11, 2025
/ 7:30 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Discover astronomy with the Memphis Astronomical Society. This is a family-friendly event for all ages! The first part of the program will be inside to teach guests what is in the night sky.…
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Star Party
Saturday, October 25, 2025
/ 6:45 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.
Discover the Wonders of the Night Sky! Join park staff and the Northwest Arkansas Astronomical Society at the pavilion for an
evening of stargazing. Bring your own telescope or binoculars or explore…
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Star Party
Saturday, November 15, 2025
/ 5:15 p.m. - 6:15 p.m.
Discover the Wonders of the Night Sky! Join park staff and the Northwest Arkansas Astronomical Society at the pavilion for an
evening of stargazing. Bring your own telescope or binoculars or explore…
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