The 2026 CWAS AstroFest is returning to the Central West with an exciting programme of events, spread over two days, beginning on Saturday, 18 July 2026.

The Central West of NSW boasts some of the darkest skies in Australia, and as such it is a wonderful place to appreciate the wonders of the night sky. In an effort to foster, encourage and promote astronomy in the region, the Central West Astronomical Society is holding its annual festival of astronomy, or AstroFest, this July. The festival endeavours to bring to the people of the Central West world renowned astronomers, both professional and amateur, so they may share their enthusiasm and love of the heavens.

The CWAS AstroFest will incorporate a one day conference and a programme of associated events. The conference will be held in the function room of the Bushman’s Motor Inn, on Saturday, 18 July 2026. In a series of lectures, guest speakers will provide fascinating insights into various aspects of modern astronomy. On Sunday, 19 July 2026, events will move to the CSIRO Parkes Observatory Visitors Centre with a programme of daytime astronomy and talks.

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