BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//dubaiastronomy.com - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:dubaiastronomy.com X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://dubaiastronomy.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for dubaiastronomy.com REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Asia/Dubai BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0400 TZOFFSETTO:+0400 TZNAME:+04 DTSTART:20250101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20260613T220000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Dubai:20260614T020000 DTSTAMP:20260613T172427 CREATED:20260605T133806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260613T100045Z UID:2930-1781388000-1781402400@dubaiastronomy.com SUMMARY:Milky Way Observation 13 Jun 2026 DESCRIPTION:Dubai Astronomy Group Event\n\n \n Join us for the 3rd Milky Way Observation Event of 2026 in the heart of Al Quaa Desert. An evening of stargazing\, celestial storytelling\, and skies filled with countless stars. This is stargazing like you've never experienced it.\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date\n Saturday 13 June 2026\n \n\n \n \n \n \n Time\n 10:00 PM — 02:00 AM\n \n\n \n \n \n \n Venue\n Al Quaa Desert\, Abu Dhabi\n \n \n\n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n Limited spots · Advance registration only\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Program\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n 10:00 PM\n \n \n Check-In & Welcome\n Arrive\, check in\, and get settled on your mat. Our team guides you to the event area. \n \n \n\n \n 10:15 PM\n \n \n Event Introduction\n Welcome from Dubai Astronomy Group. Overview of the night's program. \n \n \n\n \n 10:30 PM\n \n \n Sky Talk: The Milky Way\n Expert talk on our galaxy — its structure\, the galactic core\, and why Al Quaa is one of the UAE's best dark sky spots. \n \n \n\n\n 11:30 AM\n \n \n Astrophotography: How to Capture the Milky Way Galaxy\n Session for those interested in capturing the Milky Way using their DSLRs or phones. \n \n \n\n \n 12:30 AM\n \n \n Sky Decoding & Mapping Session\n Learn to read the night sky — star hopping\, constellations\, and deep sky navigation with the naked eye. \n \n \n\n \n 01:00 AM\n \n \n Open Q&A\n Ask our astronomers anything. Open conversation under the stars until the night winds down. \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Telescope Observation\n Throughout the night — guided viewing of the Moon and deep sky objects. \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Phone Photography Through the Telescope\n Throughout the night — capture celestial objects through our telescope eyepieces with your phone. \n \n \n\n \n\n\nEvent Terms\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Al Quaa Desert\, Abu Dhabi\n A precise location pin will be sent by email after your registration is confirmed. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n No 4×4 Required\n A standard car is enough to reach the event location — the road is paved throughout. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n No Public Transport\n Taxis and public transport cannot reach this location. Please plan your travel accordingly. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Wear Closed Shoes\n We'll be on uneven desert terrain. Closed-toe shoes are required for your safety and comfort. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Stay With the Group\n This is an open desert with active natural surroundings. Please stay within the event area and follow our team's guidance. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Bring Your Ticket QR\n Screenshot your ticket email on your phone — the QR code is required at check-in. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Carry Your Essentials\n Seating\, water\, snacks and hot drinks are provided. Bring jackets\, extra layers\, or anything else you might need. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Children Policy\n Under 5 enter free (not recommended). Children under 13 must be accompanied by a ticketed parent. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Weather Disclaimer\n Sudden weather changes like cloud cover are beyond our control. Local conditions can be unpredictable. \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event Rules & Guidelines\n Alcohol\, smoking\, open flames/BBQs\, and pets are not permitted at our events. We aim to keep the experience clean\, safe\, and family-friendly for everyone attending. \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Optional Transport Available\n Event Transportation Option\n \n For transportation to this event\, you may contact Darko Samson at +971 588966702.\n\n The round trip is approximately 500 km\, and the cost per car is AED 700 for up to 3–4 people. The driver will remain at the location for the duration of the event and drive you back afterward.\n\n \n Please note: This transportation option is provided by an independent private company/driver and is not managed by Dubai Astronomy Group. This is shared only as a recommendation for attendees’ convenience\, and Dubai Astronomy Group is not responsible or liable for the booking\, service\, pricing\, availability\, or any related arrangements.\n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n What's On\n Upcoming Events\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Browse All Events URL:https://dubaiastronomy.com/event/milky-way-observation-13-jun-2026/ LOCATION:Al Quaa Desert – Abu Dhabi CATEGORIES:Milky Way Observation,Stargazing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dubaiastronomy.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/2026-ig-posts_20260605_211632_0000.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Dubai Astronomy Group":MAILTO:astro@dubaiastronomy.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR