Chósta na Sceilge Skellig Coast
Féile Spéartha Dorcha
Dark Sky Festival
Aibreán 4–7 April 2024
- A weekend of celestial wonders and astronomical adventures -
Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Skellig Coast night sky.
Discover space junk, nocturnal wildlife, the folklore of the stars, and how light affects our health and environment.
Explore the sky at night with experienced dark sky guides.
Join workshops on astrophotography, star-themed baking, guided hikes, and some of the many events as Gaeilge.
Grab your Weekend Ticket now and prepare for a weekend of magic under the stars!
Explore the Festival Locations around the Iveragh Peninsula
Explore each of the events in the 2024 Skellig Coast Dark Sky Festival with this Storymap which provides event and speaker info.
The 2024 Skellig Coast Dark Sky Festival is being run by local community organisations and volunteers with the kind support of numerous sponsors.
Photo credits: Michael Sheehan and Davy Patton, with thanks.
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Thanks so much to everybody who joined us for the Skellig Coast Dark Sky Festival 2024. It was a wonderful celebration of the importance of preserving dark places. Take a look at some of the highlights in the gallery below. See you in the Kerry International Dark Sky Reserve some time soon!
