Welcome to a VIP 
Evening with the Stars
!
In this VIP version of our popular Evening with the Stars, join that evening's guest astronomer on a behind-the-scenes tour of Lick Observatory, followed by a catered buffet dinner. Then, enjoy a fascinating astronomy lecture and experience fabulous views through the historic 36-inch Great Refractor and 40-inch Nickel telescopes.
VIP ticket holders enjoy the following:
Private group tour of the Shane Telescope
Catered buffet dinner in our historic Dining Hall with our Astronomy Lecturer
Priority seating at the Astronomy Lecture
Priority viewing through the 36″ Great Refractor and the 40 " Nickel Telescopes
VIP ticket holders gain full access to the Evening with the Stars event.
DO NOT BUY AN ADDITIONAL EVENING WITH THE STARS TICKET.
Learn more about Evening with the Stars here!
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Friends of Lick Observatory gain early access to tickets on April 9th.
General sales start on April 16th.
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PROGRAM
5:30 pm Parking Gates Open
6:00 pm VIP Tour Begins Promptly
7:30 pm Buffet Served
8:30 pm Lectures Begin
9:30 pm Observing Begins
SCIENCE LECTURE
Speaker: Dr. Steph Sallum (UC Santa Cruz)
Topic: Imaging exoplanets & building new instruments to explore space
Learn more about our speaker here!
WEATHER
The event will be held rain or shine. Weather may restrict telescope viewing, but all other activities will still take place.
PLAN YOUR TRIP
Please arrive on time for the start of the walking tour!
Be prepared for a late night drive home. The event lasts between 5-6 hours.
GETTING TO THE OBSERVATORY
Parking is limited at the Observatory. We encourage carpooling.
Allow a one-hour drive from San Jose. The road is winding so expect to drive slowly.
There are no gas stations, EV charging stations, or automotive services at Lick Observatory. The nearest gas station is 20 miles away in San Jose.
See more information on 
driving directions and parking here
.
BUFFET OPTIONS / DIETARY RESTRICTIONS
Here is a link to a sample menu. Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten free options are available. Once you have purchased your tickets contact us at
 tickets@ucolick.org
 if you have any dietary restrictions.
AGE RESTRICTIONS AND ACCESSIBILITY
Children under age 8 are not recommended to attend this event due to late hours.
To view through the telescope you need to be able to climb at least a few step stairs.
For special assistance (e.g., difficulty with walking), email 
tickets@ucolick.org
 to discuss options.
RECOMMENDED ATTIRE
Wear casual, comfortable, warm layers and walking shoes. After dark it can be windy and cold.
REFRESHMENTS
Snacks and beverages are available for purchase at the refreshment table and gift shop. Vending machines and water fountains are also accessible.
SAFETY
We recommend you bring a small flashlight - lighting is limited outside the buildings.
CONTACT US
If you can’t find the answer to a question here please contact us at 
tickets@ucolick.org
Information Source: Lick Observatory | eventbrite

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