Seeing Stars: Astronomy in the Heart of Aarhus
When Aarhus turns off the lights, the universe comes into view. As part of Aarhus Festival 2026, SpaCe – Aarhus Space Centre, Ole Rømer Observatory and the Remote Teaching Telescope, FUT, invite you to Seeing Stars: an evening of astronomy, telescopes and shared wonder in the heart of the city.
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Musikhusparken and the area around Rådhusparken, central Aarhus
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On Sunday 6 September 2026, from 21:30 to 23:00, parts of central Aarhus will be placed in darkness as streetlights, façade lighting and lights in central buildings are turned off around Musikhusparken and Rådhusparken.
The occasion is Seeing Stars, an international artwork by Dutch artist Daan Roosegaarde, which will conclude Aarhus Festival 2026. The work is based on a simple idea: “Lights off, stars on.” When artificial light disappears, nature’s own light becomes visible again.
For SpaCe – Aarhus Space Centre, the evening offers a rare opportunity to bring astronomy into the heart of the city. In collaboration with Ole Rømer Observatory and the Remote Teaching Telescope, FUT, visitors will be invited to explore the night sky through telescopes directed at selected stars, planets and other celestial objects.
In Aarhus, Seeing Stars will be carried out as the conclusion of Aarhus Festival 2026.
Event: Seeing Stars
Date: Sunday 6 September 2026
Time: 21:30–23:00
Location: Musikhusparken and the area around Rådhusparken, central Aarhus
Participation: Free and open to the public
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