Dark Sky Festival
Join us for the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) Dark Sky Festival 20 September 2025, a celebration of the breathtaking night skies above the National Park. As an International Dark Sky Reserve since 2013, our park offers some of the most pristine stargazing opportunities in the UK.
Saturday 20th September,
Join us for our annual celebration of the night sky in the heart of the Brecon Beacons Dark Sky Reserve. On Saturday 20th September 2025, the Visitor Centre comes alive with a full day and evening of inspiring talks, hands-on activities, stargazing sessions, and immersive planetarium experiences — all set against one of the best backdrops for dark sky discovery in the UK.
Whether you’re a seasoned astronomer or simply love the beauty of a starry sky, the Dark Sky Festival offers something for everyone.
Expert Talks
The Harvard Computers, Journey to the Moon, Meteorites, Surviving Armageddon and more
All events
The Ultimate Stargazing Event, 7pm
Explore the Cosmos in the Heart of the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park Dark Sky Reserve
Join us for a magical three-hour journey through the universe, set in one of the UK’s most spectacular stargazing locations – the Brecon Beacons National Park Visitor Centre.
This unforgettable evening combines myth, science, and sky watching
