Join International Observe the Moon Night 2025 on Oct. 4, 2025 to view the Moon at first quarter, attend free online and in-person events, and use NASA’s maps, photography tips and educator packs to host your own watching session. Official events and resources are run by NASA and partners—find local gatherings or register your event through the InOMN site.
Celebration Guide
International Observe the Moon Night (commonly called Moon Night 2025) is the annual global event that invites everyone to look up, learn, and celebrate the Moon. This year’s official date is October 4, 2025 — chosen because the Moon will be near first quarter, a phase that highlights surface features along the terminator and makes cratered landscapes pop for easy observing.
What to expect
The 2025 observance combines in-person meetups at observatories and parks with virtual events, webinars and livestreams. There are hundreds of events worldwide — including curated NASA presentations, telescope viewings, planetarium shows and family-friendly activities — making Moon Night 2025 ideal for beginners and experienced observers alike.
How to join
Observing the Moon on Moon Night 2025 is easy:
- Find an event: Use the official InOMN “find an event” page to locate nearby gatherings or virtual sessions.
- Host at home: No telescope? Use binoculars or a camera phone; NASA provides downloadable moon maps and activity packs for kids and adults.
- Share: Post your photos or drawings with the hashtag #ObserveTheMoon to connect internationally.
Observation tips
Start early — set up 30–45 minutes before the event time you plan to join so your eyes adapt and equipment is ready. Aim for a location with a clear western or southern horizon after sunset; the first-quarter Moon is visible in the evening, making it easier for families and casual observers.
Use simple tools: a pair of 7×50 binoculars already boosts detail dramatically. If you have a small telescope, try low-power eyepieces to frame large lunar features (Mare Imbrium, Oceanus Procellarum, Copernicus). Bring a red flashlight, warm layers, and a printed lunar map or the mobile app.
Photography pointers
For phone photos, hold the phone steady (use a table or small tripod) and tap to focus on the Moon. Reduce exposure if your phone overexposes the bright lunar disk; many camera apps allow manual exposure lowering.
For DSLR/camera users, try 1/125 to 1/500 second shutter speeds at ISO 100–200 with mid-range focal lengths. Bracket exposures and focus carefully — the terminator (shadow line) gives the most dramatic surface relief.
Educational & family activities
- Moon maps and printable coloring pages from NASA.
- Crater-demo DIY: drop different-size marbles into flour to model impacts (great for kids).
- Virtual talks with lunar scientists — many events link live Q&A with LRO and Artemis teams.
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Key Facts
Date & focus: October 4, 2025 — first-quarter Moon, best for evening observation. Sponsors & resources: NASA’s Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter program leads InOMN with many partners; official resources and event listings are on the InOMN website.
Hosting checklist
- Reserve a safe, open viewing site.
- Publicize time, meeting point, and whether telescopes will be available.
- Print lunar maps, activity sheets and safety tips for attendees.
- Encourage social sharing (#ObserveTheMoon) and event registration on the official site.
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Significance
Moon Night 2025 links public outreach with real science: it raises awareness of lunar exploration (including NASA’s Artemis program and the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter’s ongoing work) and encourages curiosity across ages — from casual moon gazers to future scientists. Participating helps people connect to the Moon’s science, history and cultural significance.
