Elan Dark Sky Festival 2026 Full Programme
We are thrilled to announce that bookings are now open for our first ever Elan Dark Sky Festival!
Friday 27th March 6-11pm and Saturday 28th March 11am-11.30pm
Galactic fun for all the family!
An unforgettable weekend of star-studded activities and performances in one of the top stargazing locations in the world.
Elan Valley will be host to two nights and a day of workshops, activities and performances which bring the night sky alive. From planetarium shows, to wildlife walks, concerts and stargazing, we have a programme of cosmic events for all ages.
Activities will take place at different sites across Elan Valley and Rhayader; some events are drop-in and others will be ticketed. Click on each event title to find out more, or visit our Eventbrite page
Need accommodation? Our self-catering lets are filling up fast!
This project is part-funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, supported by Powys County Council.
Friday 27th March
Nocturnal Creatures Walk – two spaces left
‘Riding with Pippa’ Dark Skies Night Ride
Starlit Concert with Toby Hay and Holly Blackshaw
Light Painting – One space left
Saturday 28th March
Mission Control: Elan Dark Skies Open Day
Lantern Making – Fully booked – tap here to go on the reserve list
Planetarium Shows: Solar System | Celtic Constellations and Mythology | Storytelling Under the Stars
Nocturnal Birds, Bats and Moth Walk – Fully booked – tap here to go on the reserve list
Talk and Dinner: How to Get Started in Astronomy
Stargazing – Fully booked – tap here to go on the reserve list