Methow Dark Sky Week
Saturday, April 11th through Sunday, April 19th 2026
International Dark Sky Week is part of a worldwide celebration honoring the beauty of star-filled skies, the role of darkness in healthy ecosystems, and our deep connection to the cosmos. As artificial light increases globally, the Methow Valley remains a rare haven for some of the darkest night skies in the country.
Join the Methow Dark Sky Coalition, a program of Methow Valley Citizens Council, in celebrating our rural night skies and support participating business partners across the Methow Valley. Check out the Events Calendar for a week full of activities and ways to join in the fun! To learn more about the Methow Dark Sky Coalition and how you can get involved, visit methowdarksky.org.
Protecting Methow Valley's Dark Skies
The Methow Valley has some of the darkest skies in Washington state and the entire country. The Methow Dark Sky Coalition is inspired to preserve this darkness for future generations even as the valley grows and to reduce light pollution where we can over time.
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Most people will find that a few simple changes can lead to home lighting that is both beautiful and functional, without contributing excessive light pollution.​