Canterbury Astronomical Society

Canterbury Astronomical Society Canterbury Astronomical Society is one of the largest astronomical societies in the South Island in The meeting is held at the University of Canterbury.

The Canterbury Astronomical Society (CAS) meets every third Tuesday of the month (excluding January and December). See www.cas.org.nz for details. Practical Astronomy for All Ages is a friendly, informal meeting catering to those who are just starting out in astronomy, as well as those looking for practical assistance and advice. This meeting is held on the third Tuesday of the month, beginning in

March 2009, from 7:00pm to 7:45pm and precedes the society's main monthly meeting. The Society's main meeting starts at 8:00pm. All things astronomical are discussed at these meetings, from informal chats among members, to guest speaker presentations, along with annual Soapbox evenings and light hearted quiz nights. On the Saturday immediately following the monthly meeting of the society, there is a gathering at the Society's observatory sited 18 km to the west at West Melton just outside of Christchurch City. This gathering gives new astronomers the chance to get help with their telescopes or in locating objects with the more experienced observers on hand to help out. Please see the main CAS website for more details www.cas.org.nz

12th June 2026Tonights event is CANCELLED, We are closed. Weather forecasts are unfavorable for veiwing.Please rebook fo...
12/06/2026

12th June 2026
Tonights event is CANCELLED, We are closed. Weather forecasts are unfavorable for veiwing.
Please rebook for another Friday this season
Have a great weekend and keep warm. We look forward to seeing you soon
Also: Kidsfest 2026 tickets are now live, This event is very popular every year, get your yickets before its sold out!
Please note adults - you need a child to attend.

We're proud to be a Children's University destination. Our Open Nights have drawn in enthusiastic tamariki who get to ex...
06/06/2026

We're proud to be a Children's University destination. Our Open Nights have drawn in enthusiastic tamariki who get to experience the wonders of the night sky ✨.

Canterbury Astronomical Society are a friendly, like minded, bunch of astronomers with a tendency for spending late nights out under the stars.
Book a place on their Winter season Friday Public Open Nights running from April 10th to September 25th 2026, 7:30pm start, please visit https://cas2026.eventbrite.com

Find out more on the Portal: https://cuaportal.com/learning-destinations/canterbury-astronomical-society/

Take a moment to brew a cuppa, sit back and absorb valuable knowledge!
05/06/2026

Take a moment to brew a cuppa, sit back and absorb valuable knowledge!

Matt Boucher, Former WAS president and Deputy Principal at Raroa No...

5th June 2026Tonights event is CANCELLED, We are closed. Weather forecasts are unfavorable for veiwing.Please rebook for...
05/06/2026

5th June 2026
Tonights event is CANCELLED, We are closed. Weather forecasts are unfavorable for veiwing.
Please rebook for another Friday this season
Have a great weekend and keep warm. We look forward to seeing you soon

TICKETS ARE NOW LIVE! GET IN QUICK THIS IS A VERY POPULAR EVENT WITH CHEAPER TICKET PRICES FOR FAMILIES TO ATTEND! Pleas...
02/06/2026

TICKETS ARE NOW LIVE! GET IN QUICK THIS IS A VERY POPULAR EVENT WITH CHEAPER TICKET PRICES FOR FAMILIES TO ATTEND! Please note adults - you need a child to attend.

Join us for an evening under the stars as you discover the wonders of the Southern night sky with our skilled amateur astronomers

29th May 2026Tonights event is CANCELLED, We are closed. Weather forecasts are unfavorable for veiwing.Please rebook for...
29/05/2026

29th May 2026
Tonights event is CANCELLED, We are closed. Weather forecasts are unfavorable for veiwing.
Please rebook for another Friday this season
Have a great weekend and keep warm. We look forward to seeing you soon

22nd MAY 2026: OPEN Tonight, CLOUDY Night Program if required, Cloud may or may not impact our viewing, but we will obse...
22/05/2026

22nd MAY 2026: OPEN Tonight, CLOUDY Night Program if required, Cloud may or may not impact our viewing, but we will observe what we can, along with telescope tours / stellarium talks as required.
Gates opem 7.20pm for the 7.30pm start
Wrap up warm its gonna be cold and come join us!
Entry is by ticket only (no gates sales sorry)
Some tickets still available, pop over to Eventbrite to get your tickets:
PSA: Do dress warmly when coming on your tour! It's icy out there and we want you to enjoy it - Multiple layers and good footwear with a couple pairs of socks and a good beanie will make for a more enjoyable night under the stars!

15th May 2026Tonights event is CANCELLED, We are closed. Weather forecasts are unfavorable for veiwing.Please rebook for...
14/05/2026

15th May 2026
Tonights event is CANCELLED, We are closed. Weather forecasts are unfavorable for veiwing.
Please rebook for another Friday this season
Have a great weekend and keep warm. We look forward to seeing you soon

Pretty easy to spot! They're bright while the stars are fading 🪐https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1B3qW6q7f6/
13/05/2026

Pretty easy to spot! They're bright while the stars are fading 🪐
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1B3qW6q7f6/

If you are up early tomorrow morning before the Sun, be sure to catch this gorgeous trio in the dawn skies. You'll be able to spot Saturn, a thin crescent Moon, and Mars hanging low together in the eastern sky before sunrise. The best time to catch them will be around 6am.

To learn more about all of the happenings in the sky this May, be sure to check out our monthly series The Southern Night Sky!

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