On Saturday 26 and Sunday 27 September 2026, discover the wonders of the Universe at the Ferme du Héron with CARL, the astronomy club of the Lille region. Two days of activities, observations and experiences for young and old.

Discovering the Universe

Stars, planets, eclipse, constellations... For two days, the Astronomy Days invite you to explore the sky and better understand the phenomena that surround us.
Many activities and experiences are offered throughout the weekend:

• 30-minute mini-conferences;
• observation of the Sun;
• "The Magic of Eclipses" exhibition;
• discovery of the solar system and eclipses;
• observation of the starry sky on Saturday evening;
• planetarium sessions;
• discovery of astronomical instruments;
• astrophotography;
• Foucault’s pendulum;
• cosmic billiards;
• constellation carousel;
• lighting workshop;
• "Water rockets" workshop.
  A rendez-vous for all the curious, young and old, who wish to look up towards the sky and discover the wonders of the Universe.

Practical information

• Saturday, September 26, 2026: from 2 p.m. to midnight
• Sunday, September 27, 2026: from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
  Parking: parking at Ferme Petitprez, then follow the signs
  Price: free admission
  For more information: astro-carl.com