Lunar Eclipse at Australian Parliament House
Overview
Turn your eyes from the lights of Enlighten up to the night skies of Canberra for the lunar eclipse! Australian Parliament House (APH), in partnership with Dr Brad Tucker, Mt Stromlo Observatory and the Canberra Astronomical Society, invites you to a free viewing of this unique event under the stars on the front lawn of Australian Parliament House.
Drop in and experience one of nature's most captivating celestial events. The lunar eclipse will be at its peak eclipse between 10 pm and 11 pm.
Explore the moon up close through high magnification telescopes with guidance from astrophysicist Dr Brad Tucker and the ACT's experienced astronomers.
Discover the stories of the night sky and learn more about Canberra's place in the cosmos. Bring your curiosity—and bring your binoculars if you'd like!
This is an outdoor event, and participants may encounter uneven surfaces and changing weather conditions. They recommend dressing warmly and wearing comfortable shoes.
Please note, this event is subject to change at short notice.
Dates
3 Mar 2026- Carpark
- Family Friendly
- Parents Room
- Public Toilet
- Electric Vehicle Charging Point
- Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
- Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
- Caters for people who are blind or have vision loss.
- Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss.
- Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
- Caters for people with high support needs who travel with a support person.
- Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.