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Milky Way Festival with Sunset Paddle

Photo by Kelly Davenport

Per Canoe

$20

Per Kayak

$10

Festival Begins

8:00 PM

Sunset

8:30 PM

Observing Begins

9:00 PM

Best observing after

10:00 PM

Festival Ends

12:00 AM

Quick Details:

Duration: 4 Hours
Calendar Date: August 22 - 23, 2025
Pricing Info: $10

Get ready for an unforgettable night under the stars with the Louisville Astronomical Society on August 22nd and 23rd, 2025! Celebrate Crawford County’s dark skies with amazing telescopes for public viewing, offering stunning views of the Milky Way and beyond.

Join us on Saturday, August 23rd for a Sunset Paddle on the beautiful Blue River. Begin your adventure at 5:00PM on the Millpond for a nice paddle during the evening sunset.

Don’t miss Saturday night for Flight Night at Out of the Blue Coffee and Ice Cream Shop, serving themed drinks and treats to keep your stargazing energy high.

Location and Details

Location: Cave Country Canoes
(112 West Main Street, Milltown, IN 47145) – Get Directions

For More Information:

Visit: http://www.cometocrawford.com/MILKYWAYFEST
Call: 812-739-2246
Email: info@crawfordcountyindiana.com

Follow Us on Facebook:

Profile: @CRAWFORDCOUNTY,INDIANA

Photo by Kelly Davenport

Per Canoe

$20

Per Kayak

$10

Festival Begins

8:00 PM

Sunset

8:30 PM

Observing Begins

9:00 PM

Best observing after

10:00 PM

Festival Ends

12:00 AM



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