Special Events
Programs
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Artemis II Lunar Flyby Watch Party
Kopernik Observatory & Science Center 698 Underwood Rd., Vestal, NY, United StatesJenny Cartie, Kopernik Technology ManagerJoin us in-person at Kopernik Observatory starting at 6PM to watch the Artemis II Lunar Flyby! Today, April 6, astronauts aboard Artemis II return humanity to the Moon for a lunar flyby—the first mission of its kind since 1972. During this flyby, boundaries will be pushed, records will be set, and a new generation of Read More ...
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Brain Day
Kopernik Observatory & Science Center 698 Underwood Rd., Vestal, NY, United StatesOn Saturday, April 11, from 1 pm to 4 pm, Kopernik is teaming up with Binghamton University to host a special Brain Day event. You can come up with your child or grandchild to engage in several brain-related activities, and they can learn more about the most complex part of the human body, which happens to be located between the Read More ...
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RocketFest 2026 – Registration Required
Kopernik Observatory & Science Center 698 Underwood Rd., Vestal, NY, United StatesThis event requires registration (see link below). RocketFest 2026 is a GO! Pick a launch time, choose a skill level, pickup your rocket kit, build it at home, and return to Kopernik on May 30 to launch it high in the sky!
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Polish Picnic 2026
Kopernik Observatory & Science Center 698 Underwood Rd., Vestal, NY, United StatesMike BlakeThe Kopernik Society of Broome County (heritage committee) invites you to a Polish Picnic at the Kopernik Observatory & Science Center! Menu: Kielbasa, pierogi, Kapusta(cabbage), hamburgers, hot dogs, chips, water, and soda Please bring a dish to pass (salad, dessert, fruit, etc.) Playground for children; “pond life exploration” under microscope; telescopes for viewing; Caricatures/drawing FREE-WILL Read More ...
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Race to the Stars 2026 – Registration Required
Kopernik Observatory & Science Center 698 Underwood Rd., Vestal, NY, United StatesNick Gretzinger, Race CoordinatorThis event requires registration (see link below). Kopernik’s Race to the Stars 5K road race is an annual fundraiser that started in 2018. Join us for this special 5K road race through the hills surrounding the Observatory. We invite all to participate by sponsoring, donating, running, and cheering your friends and family on!
$10 – $30