ACTIVITIES

Dr. Amanda Bosh, Chief Operating Officer and planetary scientist at Lowell Observatory, will host this session of programs that explores how scientists search for Earth-approaching space rocks and possible ways of protecting Earth from such impactors.

Dr. Christoph Keller, Director of Science at Lowell Observatory, will host this session of presentations that look at the nature of asteroids, how scientists search for them, and their connection to Meteor Crater. The session will conclude with the story of how astronauts have trained for Moon missions at Meteor Crater and other areas around northern Arizona. 

Enjoy a guided hike all the way around the rim of Meteor Crater! This tour accommodates up to 100 people and is first come, first served, so don't miss out! Tickets for the tour will be $50 in addition to general admission. Please note that this tour is 3 hours long and involves a strenuous hike, so be sure to dress appropriately and bring water.

Head to the Giovale Open Deck Observatory (GODO) to watch live views of asteroids traveling through space with our PlaneWave telescope via a live feed projected onto a TV screen! 

Meteor Crater will be doing science demos so you can make your own crater -- and at Lowell Observatory you'll be able to make your own meteor! Don't miss these fun science demos for all ages.

Professional face painters will be at Meteor Crater to add some cosmic flare to your face! Not just for kids—adults can get in on the fun too!

Stick around until 8pm for a special Meet an Astronomer Q&A session with planetary scientist and stellar astronomer Dr. Brian Skiff, who has discovered thousands of meteors!

Food trucks from a local restaurants like Chili Box, Burrito Express, and Bondi Bowls will be serving up tasty fare at both Meteor Crater and Lowell Observatory. 

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Brewmasters from Flagstaff's legendary Mother Road Brewery (the minds behind Lowell Lager!) will be at Lowell Observatory to offer brews for purchase.*

* Must be 21+ and present a valid ID to consume or purchase alcohol.

Flagstaff Mayor Paul Deasy and Coconino County Supervisor Jeronimo Vasquez will be at Lowell Observatory, and Winslow Mayor Roberta “Birdie” Cano will be at Meteor Crater, to proclamate “Asteroid Day” as an officially recognized day!