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We've been featured in Denver Life Magazine’s 2025 Holiday Gift Guide! The holiday season often brings a search for meaningful gift ideas that go beyond the usual. AstroTours.org offers a unique experience that stands out among Colorado gift options. AstroTours invites you to give the universe itself as a gift. Imagine trading crowded malls and glowing screens for the vast, starlit skies of Colorado, guided by professional astronomers who bring the cosmos to life.


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AstroTours offers unforgettable stargazing experiences beneath Colorado’s clear night skies.


See the full guide here:


Whether you’re shopping for families, friends, or that person who “doesn’t need more stuff,” Denver Life Magazine sees what we believe deeply:


The best gifts aren’t wrapped. They’re experienced — remembered — and shared beneath the same sky.





“Give the Universe This Holiday Season — Literally.”



Here’s what Denver Life Magazine had to say in their “Written in the Stars” section:


“With AstroTours, your loved ones can trade crowded malls and glowing screens for starlit skies and cosmic wonder. Each guided experience is led by a professional astronomer who turns Colorado’s night sky into a living planetarium. Guests peer through powerful telescopes, trace constellations, and hear the myths that connect us to the cosmos — all while wrapped in blankets under the Rockies’ vast, glittering canopy.”


They also shared a quote from founder Luke Huxley:


“Stargazing is part of our cultural heritage. When you share stories under the stars, you’re continuing a human tradition that has been with us since the beginning — from the wise men following the star of Bethlehem to the ancient Greeks developing a whole cosmology of the sky. Stargazing connects us across cultures and continents, reminding us that we all share the same sky and the same planet.”


We couldn’t put it more beautifully ourselves.





The Gift That Lasts Long After the Night Ends 🌠



When you give an AstroTours experience, you’re giving:


✅ A night of learning and awe

✅ Real views through powerful telescopes

✅ Constellation stories and cosmic perspectives

✅ A memory that becomes a favorite family tradition


Our tours are family-friendly, accessible, and designed to make science feel personal, poetic, and unforgettable.





Give the Stars This Holiday Season ⭐



Gift cards are available now and can be used anytime throughout the year — for public tours, private events, birthdays, and beyond.


🎁 Purchase an AstroTours Gift Card:


If you’re looking for a gift that shines brighter than anything under the tree, we’d love to help you surprise someone with the universe.


Thank you, Denver Life Magazine, for sharing the wonder of stargazing with Coloradans this holiday season!


Here’s to more nights beneath the stars together ✨

— The AstroTours Team

 
 
 

November 5 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

$5.00

STARGAZE IS BACK!

Join Civic Center Conservancy and AstroTours on the Great Lawn in Civic Center Park for a celestial journey right in the heart of the city. Accessible to all ages, we invite you to learn from skilled astronomers about the wonders of the cosmos, constellations and their folklore, and observe the moon and other celestial bodies through high powered telescopes. Enjoy tasty food and beverages available for purchase from a local food truck to round out an enchanting evening that promises an “out of this world” experience!

Food Truck – To be Announced

Visit the STARGAZE Page for the most up-to-date information, policies, and weather advisories.

Ticket information

All attendees 5 years and older must purchase a ticket. All children 12 and under require adult supervision (suggested minimum ratio of 2 kids : 1 adult). We appreciate your understanding to help us keep this a safe and fun event!

Tickets

Timed Entry: 5:30-6:00 pm

$5.00

 50  available

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Timed Entry: 6:00-6:30 pm

$5.00

 19  available

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Timed Entry: 6:30-7:00 pm

$5.00

 43  available

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Timed Entry: 7:00-7:30 pm

$5.00

 19  available

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 Details

 Date:

 November 5

 Time:

5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

 Cost:

 $5.00

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 Website:

Organizer

 Venue

101 W. 14th Ave.


Denver, 80202 United States + Google Map

 
 
 

We’re thrilled to share some exciting news—our Breckenridge stargazing tours have a new home, and it’s under some of the darkest skies in Colorado!


Stargazing Breckenridge dark skies

A New Stargazing Spot at Beaver Run Resort



Our Breckenridge Dark Sky Tour now begins at the Beaver Run Resort & Conference Center (620 Village Rd, Breckenridge, CO). From the Imperial Deck, you’ll enjoy wide-open mountain vistas that transform into a celestial theater as the sun dips below the Rockies. This spot offers panoramic views with easy access—no hiking required—making it perfect for guests of all ages.


As the evening unfolds, you might catch a glowing alpine sunset, spot local wildlife, or even see a horse and carriage clip-clopping past as we prepare the telescopes.



What to Expect on the Dark Sky Tour



Led by a professional astronomer, our tour is a journey across the night sky. With the help of large telescopes and a powerful laser pointer, you’ll learn how to recognize constellations, follow the movement of planets, and even navigate like the explorers of old.


Highlights often include:


  • Satellites gliding silently overhead

  • The fleeting magic of shooting stars (if luck is on our side)

  • Nebulae, star clusters, and distant galaxies glowing in vivid detail through our telescopes



To enhance the experience, we provide red flashlights to protect your night vision as we guide you through the cosmos.



Why the Move?



Our tours were previously hosted at The Lodge at Breckenridge, a beautiful spot that we’ll always cherish. But moving to Beaver Run allows us to expand accessibility, add comfort, and—most importantly—celebrate Breckenridge’s recognition as a Dark Sky Community.


This certification means Breckenridge is officially committed to preserving its night skies through careful lighting practices, making it one of the best places in Colorado to connect with the stars.



What to Bring



  • Warm layers – mountain nights get chilly after sunset

  • Your questions and curiosity – our astronomers love to dive into the mysteries of the universe with you

  • A sense of wonder – the night sky never disappoints




A Note About Weather



Like all our locations, this tour is at the mercy of Mother Nature. If the skies don’t cooperate, cancellations may occur—but when they clear, the view is worth the wait.




✨ Join us in Breckenridge for an unforgettable Dark Sky experience. Whether it’s your first time under the stars or your hundredth, the mountains will leave you in awe.

 
 
 
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