What’s on at OM Dark Sky Park & Observatory
Take a journey through time and space with a visitor experience that’s out of this world. Book your visit to Northern Ireland’s only International Dark Sky Park.
Daily tours
OM Exhibition Guided Tours
Star hop across the universe on one of our daily guided tours. Our interactive exhibition links the landscape with the astronomical and archaeological heritage of the Sperrins, featuring holographic installations and virtual reality headsets.
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21 October
Orionids Meteor Viewing Party
The Orionids is an average shower producing up to 20 meteors per hour at its peak. It’s another product of comet Halley, and runs from October 2 to November 7. This year’s viewing will be...
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Monthly event
Junior AstronOMy Club
Calling all junior astronomers and space enthusiasts! Come join us for a tour through outer space. We will take a closer look at our Sun, Moon and all the planets in the solar system. Then...
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Monthly event
AstronOMy Club
A sociable evening session with our resident astronomers discussing what is currently visible in the night sky. There will be a discussion and display of images and videos from our on-going observing program. The evening...
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Monthly event
Lunar Observing Sessions
Enjoy a lunar observing experience at OM with our astronomers and get a closer look at our unique natural satellite. Observe the Moon’s stark landscape through our state-of-the-art 14” Meade telescope. We’ll explore famous craters,...
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Group tours on request
OM Group Tours
An unforgettable experience and great facilities for groups. Group tours are only available on request and must be booked in advance.
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Tours on request
Stars and Stones Experience
Spend a night under the stars, learn about the ancient Beaghmore Stone Circles and gaze at the constellations through a state-of-the-art telescope at OM Dark Sky Park and Observatory. Boasting the darkest sky in the...
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Seasonal dates
OM Odyssey Outdoor Film
A film projection on to the outside of the Observatory building, our OM Odyssey will take you on a journey through time and space.
October to February only
