Join us, Nov 7-8, as we dive into the latest science, share inspiring experiences, and explore proven strategies to reduce light pollution in communities worldwide. ✨ Visit https://bit.ly/477hC6r to learn more and register!

Check out the winning photographs from Capture the Dark 2025 📷🌟 darksky.org/what-we-do/e...

Game. Set. Night! 🎾✨ apnews.com/article/us-o...

Let’s switch off the light to bring back the night. #StargazersUnite #LightPollutionAwareness #SaveTheNight #DarkSky

My latest feature about how we’re losing the night sky. @darkskyintl.bsky.social www.cbc.ca/newsinteract...

We need the dark. @darkskyintl.bsky.social darksky.org youtu.be/jMLcvgQS8D4?...

This project demonstrates that responsible #lighting is both achievable and beneficial, and that athletic facilities can remain vibrant community centers without compromising the natural #night that #plants, #animals, and neighbors depend on. darksky.org/news/univers... via @darkskyintl.bsky.social

Today is the International Day of Light and the International Day of Peace! At DarkSky, we believe that thoughtful lighting can lead to a better and more peaceful tomorrow for all. 📷 By Clearsky Astrofoto / Jakob Arthur Andersen in Anholt, Denmark—An International Dark Sky Park.

We're thrilled to launch a simple yet powerful tool to help you create more beautiful, functional, and dark sky-friendly lighting at home. Whether you own a home, rent, or live in an apartment, you can make lasting changes in your neighbourhood or community. darksky.org/get-involved...

🌟It's International Dark Sky week soon! Let's Rewild the sky✨ New video: youtu.be/QbvYau921Ps 🔦 What You’ll Learn: ✅ What is light pollution?💡 ✅ How does it affect wildlife? 🦉🌙 ✅ What can YOU do to help? 🌱🙌

Just 5 days to go until International Dark Sky Week! ✨ Make sure you’re following @darkskyintl.bsky.social to learn all about what we can each do to be the solution to light pollution 💡

By turning off unnecessary lights at night, we can give moths the dark skies they need to thrive and do their important work. Let's keep the night wild and buzzing. Check out Dr. Avalon Owens upcoming webinar about how outdoor lighting affects insects. darksky-org.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

Check out this incredible new feature in National Geographic Travel! 🌍✨ www.nationalgeographic.com/travel/artic...

Light pollution can confuse monarchs, disrupting their internal clock and navigation on their remarkable journey from Canada to Mexico. Artificial light can even cause them to take flight at night, wasting precious energy. Visit darksky.org/news/monarch... to learn more! 🦋✨

Together, we can restore the night. The stars belong to all of us, and thanks to supporters like you, DarkSky is making real change happen worldwide. 🌍✨ Will you donate today to ensure a star-filled future? donate.darksky.org #TogetherForTheNight

The countdown to International Dark Sky Week is on! How will you be celebrating? 🌙 From April 21-28, we invite you to Discover the Night—whether it's stargazing, advocating for dark skies, or simply stepping outside to experience natural darkness. What are your plans? idsw.darksky.org

Protecting darkness (the good kind) Thank you @darkskyintl.bsky.social www.nytimes.com/2025/02/24/s...

We’re losing the night. This map shows light pollution across the entire globe—it’s a stark reminder of how artificial light is erasing our view of the stars. #DarkSky #ProtectTheNight #LightPollution

Astrotourism is one of the hottest ‘travel trends’ for 2025 🌌 As darkness disappears for the majority of the western world thanks to light pollution - who can blame them for seeking out dark skies and connections to the cosmos? Will you be looking for stars? www.independent.co.uk/travel/inspi...

Congratulations to Sisters, Oregon on becoming an International Dark Sky Community! Welcome to the DarkSky Places family! Link below to learn about their efforts to become an International Dark Sky Community. darksky.org/news/sisters... #ProtectTheNight #LightPollution #IDSP #TravelOregon

DarkSky Intern, Savannah Pobre, explored the Lights Out: Recovering Our Night Sky exhibit at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. Read about her visit and insights in our latest blog post! ✨ darksky.org/news/explori... #DarkSky #LightsOut #Smithsonian

These incredible before and after photos were submitted by International Dark Sky Communities, Eiweiler in Germany and Presteigne and Norton in Wales. Interested in learning about the process to become recognized as an International Dark Sky Place? Visit darksky.org/what-we-do/i... ✨

The Quadrantid Meteor Shower peaks in the early morning hours on January 3rd, offering one of the most spectacular celestial displays of the year! With up to 120 meteors per hour, this is your chance to experience the magic of a dark sky. Visit darksky.org/what-we-do/i... to find an IDSP near you.

📆 Save the date – 30 Jan 2025 Mark your calendar & grab a free ticket for our dark skies + light pollution conference next month. Held @royalastrosoc.bsky.social here in London it will cover night sky protection, policy, environment, human health & more! darksky.london/2024/12/18/l...

In our latest blog post, discover how you can make a meaningful impact, including the power of requesting proclamations to raise awareness, engage local leaders, and spark lasting change. Together, we can protect the night for generations to come. darksky.org/news/taking-...

This holiday season, let’s celebrate with lights that shine responsibly! We suggest using timers on your outdoor lights to minimize light pollution while still enjoying the festive glow. This small step makes a big difference! #DarkSky #SaveTheNight #LightPollution

Delighted to see @darkskyintl.bsky.social has joined us here. 🌌 For more dark skies on Bluesky check out the starter pack I made of dark sky advocates and light pollution researchers.👇 go.bsky.app/EN5NQR2