1–9 February 2025

Nine days of astronomy across the UK

The ninth National Astronomy Week is now over

Introductory Video from Chris Lintott, Professor of Astrophysics, University of Oxford, and presenter of BBC’s “The Sky At Night”

Our last day’s theme was: Mars.
National Astronomy Week 2025 is now over – but keep on looking up!


You can still find out what happened during the Week by exploring this website.

Follow the Moon’s progress with our observing chart and stargazing guides, attend telescope events, or see the stars in our special planetarium show. Explore a new theme each day with online events, information, and downloadable resources for all ages. Or settle back and listen to our storyteller.

Look at our Events map to find out what was on near you! We had over 275 events around the UK.

National Astronomy Week 2025 ran from 1-9 February and was supported by the Royal Astronomical Society, British Astronomical Association, Federation of Astronomical Societies, and Society for Popular Astronomy.

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