Restoring the Night

Protecting the night sky for the heritage, health and wellbeing of the people, wildlife and environment of Colorado.

 

Wildlife and Ecosytem Conservation

Wildlife and Ecosystem
Conservation

The night sky plays a key role in virtually every domain of environmental conservation.

Public Health and Well-Being

Public Health
and Well-Being

The way the natural arc of day and night synchronizes our behavior and benefits our health is incredibly strange and beautiful.

Cultural Heritage and Scientific Inquiry

Cultural Heritage and
Scientific Inquiry

People across generations, cultures, and continents have bonded under the beauty and solace of the night sky.

Working towards a brighter future protecting the night sky since 2001.

Thanks to DarkSky Colorado’s donors, partners, past and current leadership, Colorado has more DarkSky certified communities and open spaces than almost any other state. Yet in recent years, advocating for DarkSky standards has taken on greater urgency, and we need your help.

Latest News

Why Stargazing Matters for Society

Bonding under a starry sky in an age of anxiety, hyperpartisanship, and the attention economy If you’re debating whether to spend two months’ salary to go on a guided Ayahuasca retreat in Costa Rica, try just spending a couple of evenings stargazing at a Dark Sky site first. The second annual Lake City Star Fest […]

Top Colorado Stargazing Festivals in 2025

Revitalize your soul with this guide to watching the night sky sparkle By John Garvey Until very recently, children in all but the largest cities could see the Milky Way from their backyards on clear summer evenings. I know this because I was one of them (children, not cities). In many parts of the U.S., […]

Starry Nights, Trampolines, Childhood

by John Garvey, DarkSky Colorado President, [email protected] My kids and I sometimes play a game where we jump on the trampoline and see who can go the longest without smiling. Nobody can last very long. It was inspired by the song “Trampoline,” by Forest Sun, which goes like this: “It’s impossible not to smile when you’re […]

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Become a member of Dark Sky Colorado and join a community dedicated to preserving our beautiful night skies by reducing light pollution and protecting the night sky. Your membership supports education, advocacy, and local initiatives that make a lasting impact on the environment, wildlife, and our ability to enjoy the stars. Not ready to join? You can still make a difference by donating—every contribution helps us protect the night sky. Stay connected by joining our mailing list to receive updates on events, workshops, and news about dark sky conservation efforts across Colorado.