Skip to Main Content

Starlight in the Square

Celebrating 25 Years as the World's First International Dark Sky City! Join us for an evening under Flagstaff's Dark Skies, featuring Stargazing and Local Flavor!

Saturday, April 18th
5:00pm–10:00pm | Heritage Square

After last year’s incredible debut, we’re excited to bring Starlight in the Square back to Downtown Flagstaff for an even more meaningful evening under the stars! This year marks the City of Flagstaff’s 25th anniversary, our Silver Jubilee, of becoming the world’s first-ever International Dark Sky City. For 25 years, our community has led the way in protecting urban night skies, and this event is a beautiful way to experience exactly why that matters.

Join us in historic Heritage Square as downtown lights dim and this year Aspen Avenue will be closed to create a peaceful, walkable stargazing space. Explore a warm, amber-lit gathering area featuring curated heavy hors d’oeuvres, specialty dark-sky-themed drinks, and local flavors from downtown businesses and community partners.

New this year, sip under the stars at our beer garden on Aspen Avenue, serving exclusive brews from Dark Sky Brewing Company and Mother Road Beer. As the sky deepens into twilight, take part in laser-guided stargazing tours and view celestial objects through telescopes placed throughout the space!

⭐ New to Starlight in the Square? Watch a short video from last year’s event!

Presented in partnership between the Flagstaff Dark Skies Coalition and Downtown Flagstaff Foundation.

Photo Gallery from 2025 Inaugural Starlight in the Square

Tickets & Menu

Stargazing at Starlight in the Square is free and open to everyone! We simply ask that you RSVP through the General Admission option below so we can get a sense of attendance.

While there is no cost to attend, Starlight in the Square is a fundraiser supporting the Flagstaff Dark Skies Coalition and Downtown Flagstaff Foundation. If you’d like to support the event, you can select the General Admission + $5 suggested donation option when reserving your spot.

Guests will also have the option to purchase star-themed drinks and tasty bites from downtown businesses, as well as Starlight in the Square merchandise, including our 2026 event t-shirt and beautiful dark sky glass ornaments created by local artist George Averbeck.

  • Click here to see the 2026 Starlight in the Square t-shirt 
  • Click here to see the dark skies glass ornament

Additional menu items will be announced soon. See below for the current food and drink offerings available at the event.

  • The Starlit Valkyrie Mocktail from Drinking Horn Meadery - A mocktail fit for warriors, poets, and stargazers alike. This celestial sipper blends Drinking Horn’s house-made local honey soda with bold blueberry and bright yuzu, crowned with golden stars that shimmer like a clear Flagstaff night. 
  • Planetary Pepperoni Pizza from Urban Pine Eatery (vegetarian option available)
  • Cosmic Cheesecake Cup from Urban Pine Eatery
  • Big Bang Banana Pudding from Urban Pine Eatery
  • Terrestrial Tea from Old Barrel Tea Company

All proceeds support the Flagstaff Dark Skies Coalition and Downtown Flagstaff Foundation.