Cosmic Nights and Light Insights
Discover the fascinating intersection of the night sky, light and safety at this unique event at the Melbourne City Conference Centre.
Talks (6.30pm–7.30pm)
Start the evening with engaging presentations by professional astronomers, including Fred Watson, Chris Lidman and Connie Walker. Learn how artificial light impacts the night sky, astronomy research and our connection to the cosmos.
Walking Tour (7.30pm–9pm)
Join a 90-minute guided walking tour through Melbourne’s streets led by lighting experts David Bird, Tim Hunt and Landon Bannister, exploring how lighting influences perceptions of safety and shapes public space design, featuring real-world insights from Port Phillip.
Stargazing
End the night with stargazing hosted by the Astronomical Society of Victoria, featuring telescopes and expert guides to help you explore the wonders above.
Hours 
Date | Times |
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Wed 19 Mar |
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Location 
Chapel Hall
Melbourne City Conference Centre (MCCC)
333 Swanston St
Melbourne 3000
Price and bookings
Adult / general $25 |
Senior $22 |
Student / concession $22 |
Children $15 |
Free for children under 5
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