Stars Over Katahdin 2026
October 3, 2026 | 4pm – 9pm
Taylor’s Katahdin View Campground
38 Swift Brook Road
Stacyville, ME
Stars Over Katahdin is the Katahdin Region’s annual celebration of the darkest skies east of the Mississippi River. Following years of this event and local advocacy, the exceptionally dark skies above Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument were formally recognized as an International Dark Sky Sanctuary. Each year, Stars Over Katahdin brings people together for campfire chats, stories, and inspiration before turning our eyes upward to explore the cosmos through state-of-the-art telescopes.
Stay tuned for more information about the schedule of events for the day!
Food Trucks, including Thailicious out of Millinocket, will be on site selling dinner, snacks, and drinks from 4:00–8:00 PM or feel free to bring your own picnic dinner to enjoy.
*While service dogs are always welcome, we ask that guests leave pet dogs at home for this event.*
Nearby Camping & Lodging Options
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To learn more about stargazing at Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument, an IDA International Dark-Sky Sanctuary, visit the National Park Service stargazing page or check out our Dark Sky Guide. For more information about Stars Over Katahdin, email kala@friendsofkww.org
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Stars Over Katahdin
Stars Over Katahdin 2026
October 3, 2026 | 4pm – 9pm
Taylor’s Katahdin View Campground
38 Swift Brook Road
Stacyville, ME
Stars Over Katahdin is the Katahdin Region’s annual celebration of the darkest skies east of the Mississippi River. Following years of this event and local advocacy, the exceptionally dark skies above Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument were formally recognized as an International Dark Sky Sanctuary. Each year, Stars Over Katahdin brings people together for campfire chats, stories, and inspiration before turning our eyes upward to explore the cosmos through state-of-the-art telescopes.
Stay tuned for more information about the schedule of events for the day!
Food Trucks, including Thailicious out of Millinocket, will be on site selling dinner, snacks, and drinks from 4:00–8:00 PM or feel free to bring your own picnic dinner to enjoy.
*While service dogs are always welcome, we ask that guests leave pet dogs at home for this event.*
Nearby Camping & Lodging Options
Stay up to date, Join our newsletter:
To learn more about stargazing at Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument, an IDA International Dark-Sky Sanctuary, visit the National Park Service stargazing page or check out our Dark Sky Guide. For more information about Stars Over Katahdin, email kala@friendsofkww.org
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