Cantigny to host Meteor Shower Party
Cantigny Park will host an out-of-this-world experience in partnership with Chicago's Adler Planetarium when the Perseid Meteor Shower Star Party is held from 6 to 11 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 12, at 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton.
Astronomers and casual stargazers alike look forward to the Perseid meteor shower every year in the late summer night sky. The meteors, or "shooting stars," are best viewed around Aug. 9 through 13.
The "Star Party" at Cantigny, ideal for families, will feature stargazing, live music, a scavenger hunt for kids, hands-on science activities and presentations by an Adler astronomer. Meteors are viewable with the naked eye, but telescopes will be set up on the Cantigny Parade Field for close looks at stars and planets. Picnics are welcome and Bertie's Café will stay open until 9 p.m. for snacks and ice cream.
General admission advance tickets are $12 for adults or $15 on Aug. 12. Advance ticket sales end at midnight Aug. 11. Tickets for children ages 3-11 are $9 in advance or day of event. Adler Planetarium and Cantigny Park members receive an additional discount on adult tickets purchased in advance. Parking is free for ticket holders.
For additional event and ticket information, contact adlerplanetarium.org/perseid, (312) 322-0332 or supportadler@adlerplanetarium.org.
The Perseid Meteor Shower Star Party is a rain or shine event. All ticket sales are final and no refunds will be issued.