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September 25, 2026 in , , ,

Meet the Speakers of the 2026 Jasper Dark Sky Festival

Meet the scientists, astronauts-in-training and renowned science communicators exploring space, Mars, Artemis, dark skies and more at the 2026 Jasper Dark Sky Festival.

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September 6, 2026 in , , ,

Family-Friendly Events at the 2026 Jasper Dark Sky Festival

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September 3, 2026 in , , , ,

Eat, Drink & Stargaze: Culinary Events at the 2026 Jasper Dark Sky Festival

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September 30, 2019 in , , ,

How to see the aurora borealis in Jasper’s dark sky preserve

The northern lights are one of nature’s most spectacular phenomena. The shimmering waves of electromagnetic energy have long inspired astronomers, photographers, scientists, tourists and legions of others to stay out after dark and turn their gaze skyward.

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August 28, 2019 in , ,

My life under the stars: Niki Wilson on Jasper's Dark Sky Preserve

As host of the Jasper Dark Sky Festival, science journalist Niki Wilson has extensive knowledge about the protected skies above Jasper National Park. But she also grew up in Jasper, giving her an intimate familiarity with the local celestial wonders. Here, she writes about what those stars mean to her.

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August 8, 2019 in

Tips and locations to shoot the stars in Jasper National Park

Professional photographer Jack Fusco shares his tips and locations on shooting the night sky in Jasper National Park.

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July 24, 2019 in

10 jaw-dropping photos of Jasper's dark sky preserve

Well now Jasper's Dark Sky Preserve is just being a show-off.

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May 24, 2019 in ,

5 times Jasper photographer Mike Gere wowed us with light painting

When Mike Gere isn't taking stunning nighttime shots, the local award-winning photographer is leading private daily photography tours in Jasper National Park.

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October 10, 2018 in ,

Why Jasper's Dark Sky Preserve Is One of the Best Places for Stargazing in Canada

Jasper has the largest accessible dark sky preserve in the world. Discover why the Jasper Dark Sky Preserve is worth adding to every itinerary in the Canadian Rockies. From the Milky Way and mountain-framed stargazing to the chance of seeing the northern lights, get ready for a whole new side of the Rockies.

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