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Dark in the Park

Event Date(s): August, 2025

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Fort Smith Wood Buffalo National Park

Lay under the stars at our second annual Dark in the Park in Wood Buffalo National Park join us for two days of:

  • Bottle rocket launching & decorating
  • An owl prowl
  • Night sky viewing & astronomy program
  • Planetarium shows
  • Cosmic tie dye
  • Night sky painting
  • Camping at Pine Lake Dark Sky Observation Site, If you are looking to stay the night, you will need to pick up a camping permit for $13.50. You can grab these in advance at the Visitor Centre or at the Pine Lake Dark Sky Observation Site.