Park Authority

CONTACT INFORMATION: Open during regular business hours 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday
703-324-8700 TTY 711
12055 Government Center Pkwy.
Fairfax, Virginia 22035
Jai Cole
Executive Director

Turner Farm Park Events

Department Resources

Night Sky Tour at the Roll-Top Observatory

06/26/2026 8:30 pm to 06/26/2026 9:30 pm

Take a guided tour of the night sky and discover planets, constellations, stars, nebulas, and galaxies using telescopes or just your eyes. In case of inclement weather, participants will explore images and discussions of celestial objects. No astronomy experience is required.

Ages 8 and older. Registration required.

Planet Adventure Night

06/27/2026 8:30 pm to 06/27/2026 9:30 pm

Take a tour of the planets and moons visible in the current night sky. This family-friendly program includes a classroom discussion followed by telescope viewing, weather permitting. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.

Ages 6 and older. Registration required.

Introduction to Astronomy

07/10/2026 8:30 pm to 07/10/2026 9:30 pm

Explore the fundamentals of astronomy and the universe. Learn about planets, stars, and other astronomical objects, then enjoy an observatory session with telescopes, weather permitting. Held rain or shine at Turner Farm Park's Roll-Top Observatory.

Ages 8 and older. Registration required.

The Sun: Our Neighborhood Star

07/11/2026 9:00 am to 07/11/2026 10:00 am

Learn what powers the sun, how it compares to other stars, and how to observe it safely. This program includes a discussion of solar features and an observing session with solar telescopes, weather permitting.

Ages 8 and older. Registration required.

Exploring the Inner Planets

07/14/2026 8:30 pm to 07/14/2026 9:30 pm

Explore Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, and Earth's moon. Compare these rocky worlds and learn why Earth is uniquely suited to support life. The program includes telescope observations of planets and the night sky, weather permitting.

Ages 8 and older. Registration required.

Planet Adventure Night

07/18/2026 8:30 pm to 07/18/2026 9:30 pm

Take a tour of the planets and moons visible in the current night sky. This family-friendly program includes a classroom discussion followed by telescope viewing, weather permitting. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.

Ages 6 and older. Registration required.

Night Sky Tour at the Roll-Top Observatory

07/24/2026 8:30 pm to 07/24/2026 9:30 pm

Take a guided tour of the night sky and discover planets, constellations, stars, nebulas, and galaxies using telescopes or just your eyes. In case of inclement weather, participants will explore images and discussions of celestial objects. No astronomy experience is required.

Ages 8 and older. Registration required.

The Sun: Our Neighborhood Star

07/25/2026 9:00 am to 07/25/2026 10:00 am

Learn what powers the sun, how it compares to other stars, and how to observe it safely. This program includes a discussion of solar features and an observing session with solar telescopes, weather permitting.

Ages 8 and older. Registration required.

Introduction to Astronomy

07/31/2026 8:30 pm to 07/31/2026 9:30 pm

Explore the fundamentals of astronomy and the universe. Learn about planets, stars, and other astronomical objects, then enjoy an observatory session with telescopes, weather permitting. Held rain or shine at Turner Farm Park's Roll-Top Observatory.

Ages 8 and older. Registration required.

Planet Adventure Night

08/01/2026 8:30 pm to 08/01/2026 9:30 pm

Take a tour of the planets and moons visible in the current night sky. This family-friendly program includes a classroom discussion followed by telescope viewing, weather permitting. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.

Ages 6 and older. Registration required.

Night Sky Tour at the Roll-Top Observatory

08/07/2026 8:30 pm to 08/07/2026 9:30 pm

Take a guided tour of the night sky and discover planets, constellations, stars, nebulas, and galaxies using telescopes or just your eyes. In case of inclement weather, participants will explore images and discussions of celestial objects. No astronomy experience is required.

Ages 8 and older. Registration required.

The Sun: Our Neighborhood Star

08/08/2026 9:00 am to 08/08/2026 10:00 am

Learn what powers the sun, how it compares to other stars, and how to observe it safely. This program includes a discussion of solar features and an observing session with solar telescopes, weather permitting.

Ages 8 and older. Registration required.

Exploring the Inner Planets

08/11/2026 8:30 pm to 08/11/2026 9:30 pm

Explore Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, and Earth's moon. Compare these rocky worlds and learn why Earth is uniquely suited to support life. The program includes telescope observations of planets and the night sky, weather permitting.

Ages 8 and older. Registration required.

Introduction to Astronomy

08/14/2026 8:30 pm to 08/14/2026 9:30 pm

Explore the fundamentals of astronomy and the universe. Learn about planets, stars, and other astronomical objects, then enjoy an observatory session with telescopes, weather permitting. Held rain or shine at Turner Farm Park's Roll-Top Observatory.

Ages 8 and older. Registration required.

Night Sky Tour at the Roll-Top Observatory

08/21/2026 8:30 pm to 08/21/2026 9:30 pm

Take a guided tour of the night sky and discover planets, constellations, stars, nebulas, and galaxies using telescopes or just your eyes. In case of inclement weather, participants will explore images and discussions of celestial objects. No astronomy experience is required.

Ages 8 and older. Registration required.

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