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Mayo Dark Sky Festival

Name: Mayo Dark Sky Festival
Start: 2026-11-01
End: 2026-11-01
Location: Mayo

The Mayo Dark Sky Festival is a celestial event that celebrates astronomy, culture, wellbeing, and biodiversity. It aims to raise awareness about the impact of light pollution.

Date: Nov 1, 2026
Location: Mayo
Status: Upcoming

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Event summary

Highlights

Celebration of astronomy, culture, wellbeing, and biodiversity
Raising awareness about light pollution
Encouraging youth engagement with the night sky
Partnership with musician Jack Lukeman for a special appearance

The Mayo Dark Sky Festival focuses on the importance of protecting darkness as a habitat for wildlife and a source of human imagination. It seeks to highlight how everyday lighting choices can reduce unnecessary illumination, light pollution, and wasted energy. The festival encourages engaging young people with the night sky and inspiring the next generation of astronomy enthusiasts.

In 2026, the festival includes an appearance by musician Jack Lukeman, who is releasing an EP titled 'Dark Skies' with celestial-themed songs. Lukeman's collaboration with the festival aims to further its mission of awareness.

Practical details

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