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Events & Gatherings

Join neighbors, advocates, and night-sky lovers for education, stargazing, and community building across Kerr County.

Upcoming Events

๐Ÿ’ป Virtual Info Session
Night Sky Preservation Fund Virtual Info Session
๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Wednesday, September 2, 2026 ยท 1:00 โ€“ 2:00 PM CT
๐Ÿ“ Online / Virtual

Hosted by the Hill Country Alliance, this session covers eligibility criteria, the application process, and how to request reimbursement (up to $5,000) for outdoor lighting improvements through the Night Sky Preservation Fund. Open to nonprofits, local governments, and small businesses across the region, including Kerr County.

Sept 2, 2026
1:00 โ€“ 2:00 PM CT
Virtual
Hill Country Alliance
Free
๐Ÿ“ Grant Window
Night Sky Preservation Fund Application Window Opens
๐Ÿ—“๏ธ October 1 โ€“ October 31, 2026
๐ŸŒ hillcountryalliance.org/nightskyfund

The Hill Country Alliance opens applications for its Night Sky Preservation Fund, offering reimbursement grants up to $5,000 to nonprofits, local governments, and small businesses working to reduce light pollution and improve outdoor lighting across 22 eligible counties, including Kerr County.

Oct 1, 2026
Oct 31, 2026
Up to $5,000
Hill Country Alliance
๐Ÿ“š Library Program
Dark Sky for Kids and Adults at the Public Library
๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Wednesday, October 7, 2026 ยท 10:00 โ€“ 11:00 AM
๐Ÿ“ Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library, Kerrville, TX

A family-friendly program introducing kids and adults to the wonders of the night sky and why protecting it matters for Kerr County. Hosted at the Kerrville Public Library.

Oct 7, 2026
10:00 โ€“ 11:00 AM
Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library
Free
๐Ÿ“š Library Program
Dark Sky for Adults at the Public Library
๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Friday, October 9, 2026 ยท 10:30 โ€“ 11:30 AM
๐Ÿ“ Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library, Kerrville, TX

An adult-focused program on light pollution and night sky preservation, hosted at the Kerrville Public Library.

Oct 9, 2026
10:30 โ€“ 11:30 AM
Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library
Free
๐Ÿ• Dinner & Presentation ยท Rescheduled
Dinner & Dark Skies
๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Thursday, October 15, 2026 ยท 5:00 โ€“ 7:00 PM
๐Ÿ“ East End Pizza, Kerrville, TX

Grab a slice and join us for an evening of pizza and dark-sky education. We'll cover how light pollution is creeping across Kerr County, the three aspects of light pollution โ€” sky glow, glare, and light trespass โ€” and five simple guidelines you can apply on your own property this week. With gratitude to East End Pizza for hosting. Originally scheduled for July 16, this event has been rescheduled to October 15.

Oct 15, 2026
5:00 โ€“ 7:00 PM
East End Pizza
Kerrville, TX
Free
Rescheduled
๐Ÿ”ญ Presentation
Dark Sky Presentation
๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Friday, October 16, 2026 ยท 6:30 PM
๐Ÿ“ Riverside Nature Center, Kerrville, TX

Join Kerr County Friends of the Night Sky for a presentation on light pollution and dark sky preservation, hosted at the Riverside Nature Center.

Oct 16, 2026
6:30 PM
Riverside Nature Center
Free
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Recurring Events

๐Ÿ“… Monthly Meeting
KCFNS Monthly Meeting
๐Ÿ“… 1st Thursday of every month ยท 4:00 โ€“ 5:00 PM
๐Ÿ“ Riverside Nature Center ยท 150 Francisco Lemos St., Kerrville, TX

Join Kerr County Friends of the Night Sky for our regular monthly gathering. We discuss ongoing projects, plan upcoming events, coordinate volunteer activities, and welcome new members. All community members are welcome โ€” no prior involvement required.

Monthly
1st Thursday
4:00 โ€“ 5:00 PM
Riverside Nature Center
150 Francisco Lemos St.
Kerrville, TX
Free
All welcome

Past Events

A growing community showing up for the night sky.

Learning About Dark Skies video thumbnail
July 14, 2026
We speak with Kerr County Friends of the Night Sky to learn the importance of natural nights and more.
Kerr County Lead Live
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Mayor Joe Herring proclaims International Dark Sky Week
April 16, 2026
Mayor Joe Herring formally proclaimed April 13โ€“20, 2026 as International Dark Sky Week in the City of Kerrville.
Kerrville City Hall
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Kerr County night sky discussion video thumbnail
April 15, 2026
We talked with Kathleen Brinkman, Jean Nunnally, and Bruce Barton about the Night Skies in Kerr County.
Kerr County Lead Live
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Dark Sky Certification discussion video thumbnail
June 12, 2025
Jeff Stone and Cheryl Pender discuss helping the City protect our night sky and achieve Dark Sky Certification.
Kerr County Lead Live
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Mayor Herring proclaims Hill Country Dark Sky Month
October 23, 2024
Mayor Herring issued a proclamation designating October as Hill Country Dark Sky Month.
City of Kerrville, TX ยท City Hall
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Stargazing the Kerrville Night Sky
October 7, 2022
Stargazing the Kerrville Night Sky
Doyle Community Center
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Honoring Hill Country Lighting and Home Center
May 18, 2022
Honoring Hill Country Lighting and Home Center as recipient of our Night Sky Friendly Business Program!
Kerr County Friends of the Night Sky
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Night Sky Business Recognition Program kickoff
December 20, 2021
Kick off of Night Sky Business Recognition Program recognizing Pint & Plow Brewing Company and Kerrville Public Utility Board
Kerrville Area Chamber of Commerce
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Leslie Jones teaching the ecology of darkness
October 28, 2021
Leslie Jones teaching us about the ecology of darkness and why we should care.
Cafรฉ at the Ridge
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Teaching children about the wonders of our night sky
October 14, 2021
Teaching children about the wonders of our night sky
Riverside Nature Center
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Reading and signing of Who Loves the Dark
September 2, 2021
Reading and signing of Sheri Phillabaum's book "Who Loves the Dark"!
Riverside Nature Center
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Ned Talk Webinar: Preserving Our Dark Skies
March 18, 2021
Ned Talk / Webinar: Preserving Our Dark Skies
Riverside Nature Center
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Want to Host or Suggest an Event?

We're always looking for community members, schools, churches, and businesses to partner with. If you have an idea for a dark sky event, we'd love to hear from you.