Get ready for an out-of-this-world experience.
Astrofest 2026 is a fun, free, family-friendly event and it touches down in Perth on Saturday, November 28th.
If you’ve ever looked up at the night sky and wondered, “What’s out there?”, Astrofest is your chance to explore space with thousands of other curious space cadets.
With so much to see and do, Astrofest is like a choose-your-own-adventure through our expanding universe.
WA Science and Innovation Minister, Stephen Dawson, says: “Astrofest is a great event to showcase the STEM culture and skills pathways, which are establishing WA as a Southern Hemisphere global hub for radio astronomy and space science.”
What's happening at Astrofest 2026?
Whether you want to see the stars, chat with Astronomy WA’s experts about getting started with stargazing, or admire astonishing astrophotography, we’ve got you covered at Perth’s cosmic carnival.
Curious about how the SKA telescope is uncovering the secrets of the early universe? Want to hear actual astronomers spill the beans on their stellar discoveries? Or just want to catch a glimpse of Star Wars characters in person?
Astrofest is the biggest astronomy party in Australia, and it’s all happening at Curtin Stadium this November.
From telescopes to talks, Perth's cosmic carnival has got something for everyone. Including:
- Dozens of telescopes on Curtin Stadium’s Edinburgh Oval, trained on sights like the Moon, Venus, Saturn, star clusters, and more.
- Demonstrations of the latest telescopes.
- Award-winning astrophotography to make you gasp.
- A galaxy of exhibitors to help start you on your stargazing journey
- Volunteers from Perth’s astronomy clubs and Perth Observatory
- Radio astronomy demonstrations
- Special guest speakers ready to wow you with their presentations.
- Sci-fi characters in costume, ready to pose for your photos.
Get Starstruck at Astrofest
Astrofest is supported by Astronomy WA, a collective of like-minded folks, including from WA’s astronomy and STEM outreach organisations, who all share a passion for science and astronomy.
Among the more than 30 of included in Astronomy WA are Astrotourism WA, Curtin University, ICRAR (International Centre for Radio Astronomy Research), Scitech, CSIRO, SKAO, the Australian Government Department of Industry, Science and Resources, and the SKA Regional Centre Australia.
Astrofest is on Saturday, 28th November, from 5.30pm to 9.30pm at Curtin Stadium and Oval, off Kent Street, Bentley. The event is free to attend, and you can register in advance here: astronomywa.net.au/astrofest.html or just turn up on the night and see the stars.
Astrofest 2026 FAQs
When is Astrofest 2026?
Astrofest returns to Curtin University on Saturday, 28th November 2026. The event runs from 5:30 pm to 9:30 pm.
How much does Astrofest cost to attend?
Astrofest 2026 is a completely free event for everyone to attend.
Where do I find Astrofest 2026?
You can find all the fun of Astrofest 2026 at Curtin Stadium, at Curtin University in Bentley.
What happens if it's cloudy or rainy on the night of Astrofest 2026?
Astrofest 2026 will go ahead, even if it’s cloudy, rainy, snowing, or hailing on the night. There’s so much to see and do!
Jay Chesters
Jay Chesters is an award-winning wordsmith and science communicator with a little bit of a thing for the stars.
A cosmic storyteller with a love for astronomy and space that's out of this world, Jay’s always eager to share his knowledge and passions.
See stars at astrofest 2026
