Night of the Stars 2026: Let's look up, together

Every summer, an event draws hundreds of thousands of curious onlookers and enthusiasts to the sky. The Night of the Stars returns for its 36th edition, from August 12th to 15th, 2026, with over 500 free events across France. Three magical nights where telescopes, lectures, scientists, and enthusiasts take the time to admire the heavens.

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The French Astronomy Association

A vision of astronomy for everyone

The Night of the Stars is coordinated by the French Astronomy Association (AFA), which has played a key role in popularizing astronomy for over 30 years. Its story began in 1991, inspired by the magic of meteor showers. The AFA brings together clubs, observatories, and local authorities to create a national public event celebrating astronomy .

From its very first editions, the event was a resounding success. The idea was simple: to gather for an evening and gaze at the sky, guided by fellow enthusiasts. Today, the AFA (French Amateur Astronomy Association) centralizes the organization, offers an interactive map of observation sites, and provides educational materials to enhance the visitor experience. The Night of the Stars is the largest gathering of amateur astronomy enthusiasts in France.

The Night of the Stars

Astronomy for the curious

In Paris, several sites will welcome the public: the Cité des Sciences, Parc Montsouris, Square Louise Michel, and the Air and Space Museum at Le Bourget. Elsewhere in France, iconic locations such as the Cité de l'Espace in Toulouse and the Saint-Véran Observatory in the Southern Alps have offered open evening events.

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August, the ideal month

Why is it raining shooting stars?

The fact that the Perseid meteor shower takes place every year in early August is no coincidence. This period coincides with Earth's passage through the debris of Comet Swift-Tuttle, the source of the Perseid meteor shower. The result is a sky filled with shooting stars, particularly abundant around August 12th, but already visible at the beginning of the month.

These summer nights and the visibility of iconic constellations, such as Lyra and Cygnus, make this an ideal time to learn to stargaze with the naked eye, even without any equipment. A tip: get away from city lights as much as possible to fully appreciate the depth and nuances of the sky.

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Mu:nx The Night of the Stars

This event also provides an opportunity for Mu:n projects to write a new chapter by becoming an official partner and sponsor of the Night of the Stars, thanks to a collaboration with the French Astronomy Association. The idea? To combine the passion for astronomy with the world of watchmaking.