Event Archives
Since reopening in 2006 after the renovation and expansion project, the Observatory has hosted hundreds of public events and activities. Whether for eclipses, notable spacecraft anniversaries, or special speakers, the events offered the chance for the public to experience, learn, or be inspired. Sometimes all at the same time!
All past events, as well as upcoming events, can be viewed on our Calendar.
Notable Observatory Events
Total Lunar Eclipse Broadcast – March 3, 2026
Live online broadcast of the total lunar eclipse from Griffith Observatory.
Major Standstill Northern Moonrise – December 5, 2025
A live broadcast and public viewing from Griffith Observatory of the Moon rising on the eastern horizon at its most northern position in over 18 years. Join us online (weather permitting) to watch this event.
Major Standstill Northern Moonrise at Chimney Rock, Colorado – September 13, 2025
Griffith Observatory will broadcast live the major standstill northern moonrise from Chimney Rock, Colorado. Join us online (weather permitting) to watch this event.
Major Standstill Southern Moonrise- May 14, 2025
A live broadcast from Griffith Observatory of the full Moon rising on the eastern horizon at its most southerly position in over 18 years. Join us online (weather permitting) to watch this event.
All Space Considered with Dr. Andrea M. Ghez – March 2025
The March 2025 All Space Considered program features a conversation with Nobel Prize-winning astrophysicist Dr. Andrea Ghez. It will be presented live in the Leonard Nimoy Event Horizon theater on Thursday, March 20, 2025. This month's program will NOT be streamed on YouTube. Attendance at the program is free. Advance registration for this month's event is recommended, but not required.
Total Lunar Eclipse Broadcast – March 13, 2025
Live online broadcast of the total lunar eclipse from Griffith Observatory.
Lunar Occultation of Mars Broadcast – January 13, 2025
A live broadcast from Griffith Observatory of Mars disappearing behind the moon and reappearing on the other side. Join us online (weather permitting) to watch this event. With this broadcast, we hope to provide a moment of comfort from the ongoing fires by sharing a natural event in the sky above our beautiful city.
Major Standstill Northern Moonrise – November 18, 2024
A live broadcast from Griffith Observatory of the full Moon rising on the eastern horizon at its most northern position in over 18 years. Join us online (weather permitting) to watch this event.
Major Standstill Northern Moonrise at Chimney Rock, Colorado – Night Two
Griffith Observatory will broadcast live the major standstill northern moonrise from Chimney Rock, Colorado. Join us online (weather permitting) to watch this event.