Get Ready for ESSP 2025!
Welcome to the Enchanted Skies Star Party registration. To join us under the dark desert skies you’ll need to purchase the mandatory ESSP attendance fee (one per person). Free field camping is included with the registration fee. Once you’ve done that, you can enhance your stay by adding an RV hookup site or reserving one of our cozy cabins. Simply choose your options below and we’ll see you at the star party!
Full program schedule to be released this summer!
• Evening Observing Sessions under pristine Bortle 1 dark skies
• Keynote Lectures in scientific, planetary, deep-sky, and astro-photography
• Food Catering : Meals selection in the next step of your registration
• Swap Meet & Vendor Row for telescopes, eyepieces, and more!
• Raffle with equipment prizes
• Optional VLA Tours coordinated with NRAO Visitor Center
Your Essential Star-Party Pass
Every guest requires this fee to participate in all ESSP 2025 events, star-hops, and evening programs.
• Access to daily talks, night-sky observing with basic tent or RV camping (no hookups) near your astronomy gear included.
• Full use of central facilities (restrooms, pavilion, snack bar).
• One per person; please match quantity to your party size.
This is a mandatory fee to participate in ESSP 2025. Select the desired quantity based on the number of people in your party.
OPTION 1 : Rugged Comfort Under the Stars
Reserve a dedicated RV site for the entire length of the star-party
• Water & 110v power (note : some without water)
Ideal for those who want home-on-wheels convenience right beside the observing field.
OPTION 2 : Cozy Cabin Retreat
Enjoy a private cabin just steps from the main observing area. Each comes with:
• Two comfortable beds
• Full bathroom + heating/AC
• Linens & towels provided
Limited cabins available—book early to guarantee yours!
