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Updated on Jul 28, 2025
Are you an astronomy buff? Here are a few activity ideas you absolutely mustn’t miss in the Eastern Townships! They’ll offer you the opportunity to create some memorable experiences.
Enjoy a unique evening at Au Diable Vert! Discover the resort’s ObservÉtoiles, the first open air augmented reality planetarium, where talented astronomers will guide you during a fascinating presentation. Each session is adapted to the universe’s ever-changing beauty by offering visitors an immersive stellar journey. The event is staged in a specially designed natural amphitheatre set on a hillside slope at an altitude of 1,000 feet, where you’ll settle comfortably in a heated stadium seat. This innovative event combines some of the most cutting-edge technologies from around the world to have you to delve deeper into our amazing cosmos!
Available only during the summer months
Fascinated by astronomy? The ASTROLab museum is inviting you to immerse yourself in space! Discover a range of captivating exhibitions and activities, from astronomy evenings and tours of the observatory. Observe spectacular celestial phenomena such as the Perseids. Come and experience some truly special moments marvelling at the amazing star-filled sky!
This delightful venue near Mount Mégantic’s high peaks provides the ideal conditions for an exceptional stargazing evening. Throughout the summer and winter, participate in a Soirée aux étoiles event. Establishment owner and amateur astronomer Benoît Paquette will enlighten you about the mysteries unfolding in the sky as well as those found along the Milky Way! Built on Waban-Aki and Huron-Wendat nations’ ancestral territories, the domain offers you’ll a complete immersion in the heart of nature. Prolong the experience by reserving one of their original lodging options: tiny houses, an eco-cottage, yurts, cabins or hammock tents, perfect for a memorable getaway beneath the stars.
Astronomy enthusiasts, you’re invited to join in a unique nocturnal adventure with Zenderfull! You’ll be accompanied by the very talented photographer Samer, who specializes in capturing the most remarkable celestial landscapes. Combining a passion for astronomy and his love of the great outdoors, he’ll take you on a guided excursion under the stars. No matter if you’re planning a private outing, school or club workshops, each experience offers an opportunity to discover the universe’s amazing beauty while learning the secrets behind the art of night-time photography.
When the moon is full, it’s the ideal time for a guided evening hike at the Parc d’Environnement Naturel de Sutton! Head out on a group adventure under the stars, and enjoy the crisp fresh air as you admire the night sky’s amazing appeal. The perfect moment for combining nature and astronomy! Don’t forget to reserve your place for the next outing, Saturday, August 9, 2025.
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