News

DarkSky International opposes Reflect Orbital’s proposed orbital illumination system

Press release

DarkSky International recently released an organizational statement in response to Reflect Orbital’s proposal to use in-space mirrors to reflect …

December 19, 2025

Saudi Arabia announces new Dark Sky Park in the MENA region

Press release

Hail Province, Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia Announces the Largest Dark Sky Park in the MENA Region. Spanning 13,416 km², …

December 15, 2025

More than just streaks: 5 truths from the astrophotographers documenting our crowded skies

Satellites

In 2025, DarkSky’s global astrophotography survey revealed rapidly increasing interference from satellite mega-constellations. This policy paper shares those findings …

December 8, 2025

2025: United for the night – A year of worldwide progress

Inspiration

2025 has truly been a year written in the stars, marking another meaningful chapter of growth not just for …

December 4, 2025

DarkSky holiday lighting tips: Celebrate the night with thoughtful light

News

Lights can bring cheer to the festive holiday season, creating a sense of warmth and wonder connected to deep …

December 3, 2025

Where the stars still shine: Caprock Canyons State Park earns International Dark Sky certification

Press release

Caprock Canyons State Park - Texas Parks and Wildlife Caprock Canyons State Park has been certified as an International …

November 25, 2025

Huanglong National Scenic Area earns International Dark Sky Park designation

Press release

Huanglong National Scenic Area (Xueshanliang) has been officially certified as an International Dark Sky Park by DarkSky International.

November 9, 2025

DarkSky International celebrates the certification of the 250th International Dark Sky Place

DarkSky Updates

DarkSky International is proud to announce the certification of its 250th International Dark Sky Place.

November 3, 2025

ARTIS Park in Amsterdam becomes an Urban Night Sky Place, becoming first zoo in the world to earn DarkSky certification

Press release

ARTIS has officially been certified as an Urban Night Sky Place by DarkSky International.

October 20, 2025

Celebrate the night with our pumpkin carving templates

Inspiration

This spooky season, bring the beauty of the night to your doorstep! We have created a set of nocturnal-themed …

October 16, 2025

Two sports complexes in Apache Junction, Arizona receive DarkSky Approved designation

Press release

Apache Junction, Arizona sports fields are going Dark Sky Friendly. Both Prospector Park and Superstition Shadows Park were recently …

September 30, 2025

Cataloochee Ranch and The Swag expand DarkSky Approved Lodging to East Coast

Press release

Cataloochee Ranch and The Swag, sister Relais & Châteaux properties in Western North Carolina, have officially been designated as …

September 25, 2025