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The Last Supermoon 2024
November 16 @ 8:00 PM - November 17 @ 12:00 AM
د.إ100.00 – د.إ150.00
Date: 16 November 2024 (Saturday)
Time: 08:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Location: Al Qudra Desert – Dubai
Fee: AED 100 – AED 150
Register: https://althurayaastronomycenter.ae/the-last-supermoon/
Join us on November 16th at Al Qudra Desert to experience the final supermoon of 2024 paired with the enchanting Leonids meteor shower. As the supermoon shines brighter and closer than usual, the increased light may dim the meteors, though there’s still a chance to catch a few streaking across the sky. This event includes telescope viewings, stargazing sessions, and interactive talks led by expert astronomers, making it an unforgettable night of celestial wonder.
What is a supermoon? A supermoon occurs when a full moon coincides with its closest approach to Earth in its orbit, known as perigee. This makes the moon appear larger and brighter than usual.
What is the Leonids meteor shower? The Leonids meteor shower is an annual event caused by Earth passing through debris left by Comet Tempel-Tuttle. As particles enter Earth’s atmosphere, they create bright streaks of light, known as meteors.
Program Fee:
General Ticket: AED 150/-
Kids (Under 13) Ticket: AED 120/-
DAG Members: AED 100/-
Event Program:
8:00 PM – Event intro
8:30 PM – Supermoon and Leonids talk
9:15 PM – Q&A Session
10:30 PM – Sky Mapping Session
Telescope Observation throughout the night of the Supermoon, planets, and perhaps some deep sky objects