VCAS Event Schedule

Upcoming Events

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Public Star Party at the Charles Temple Observatory at Moorpark College

October 18, 2025 @ 7:00 pm
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General Meeting with Board of Director Elections. Special Presentation: Woodland Hills Camera & Telescopes

November 14, 2025 @ 7:00 pm

Join us at our November meeting. We will be voting in our 2026 Board of Directors at this meeting.  If you a VCAS member and interested in holding a Board position, please notify our President at vcas.president1@gmail.com Come out and show your support.

We will have a special presentation by Woodland Hills Camera & Telescopes. Their team will bring a selection of telescopes and accessories and share their expertise in choosing the right equipment for your astronomy journey.

Whether you’re looking to purchase your very first telescope or upgrade to more advanced gear, this telescope buying guide with show-and-tell will provide valuable insights, practical tips, and hands-on demonstrations.


Recent History of Events

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International Observe the Moon Star Party **CANCELED DUE TO GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN**

October 4, 2025 @ 7:30 pm

EVENT CANCELED DUE TO GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN. Join Us at Our next star party at Moorpark College Observatory on Saturday, October 18, 2025. Click on events tab for more information on Our next events.

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Cal Star 2025 at Lake San Antonio

September 17, 2025 @ 12:00 am

CalStar 2025

17-21 September

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Stargazing Party at Paramount Ranch

September 13, 2025 @ 7:30 pm

Join VCAS for a night under the stars at Paramount Ranch for viewing of celestial objects. Viewing through the telescopes will begin after sundown, around 8:00 pm. Event is free and open to the public. Recommended for anyone over age of 6. Event is outdoors and can get chilly into the evening. Red lights only. Please no pets or white lights. Area of observing is gravel and dirt. Telescopes will be set up at the end of the asphalt driveway. Chairs are not needed unless you want to hang around throughout the night as our members switch between celestial objects they are observing in their telescope. 

Paramount Ranch is located at 2903 Cornell Rd, Agoura Hills, CA 91301.

Evening Under the Stars

August 23, 2025 @ 8:00 pm

Come out and join the Ventura County Astronomical Society at our Paramount Ranch Star Party. Observing will begin after the Sun goes down, approximately 8:30 pm. Free outdoor event, open to the public. Recommended for anyone over the age of 6. Please no pets. Enjoy a night of viewing different celestial objects through member telescopes. Observing area is mostly flat ground with gravel and dirt. Night time temperatures can be chilly, dress accordingly. Please no white light flashlights, red lights only. 

Paramount Ranch is located at 2903 Cornell Rd, Agoura Hills, CA 91301.

Park After Dark Festival by the National Park Service (Supported by VCAS)

July 26, 2025 @ 7:00 pm

Experience the Night Sky at Your Local National Park!

Join us for a special nighttime adventure where you can explore the wonders of the universe with park rangers under the stars.

Telescopes will be aimed at planets and celestial objects within our Milky Way Galaxy. Enjoy a variety of fun and educational activities, including the Night Sky Junior Ranger program—perfect for the whole family.

Please wear layers for changing weather conditions and bring a red lens flashlight to help preserve our night vision throughout the event.

Parking and entrance are free!

Peter Strauss Ranch is located at 30000 Mulholland Hwy, Agoura Hills, CA 91301.

For more details, contact the Santa Monica Mountains Interagency Visitor Center via phone: 805-370-2301 or email: samo_interpretation@nps.gov