• City of Spring Lake Park Tour

    Giving a personal tour of the Observatory along with a short classroom presentation about the Observatory and the night sky. Mike the Meteorite and night time viewing. 40 people are expected.

  • Childrens Reading Circle

    Branched Oak Observatory 14300 NW 98th Street, Raymond, NE, United States

    Kids ages 3 to 8, to enjoy stories of earth and space followed by craft time, kids will be able to take home their craft when finished. Kids attending will be free of charge. General admission otherwise is $5 each person.

  • 12th Annual Fall StarBQ (New Date and Time)

    Branched Oak Observatory 14300 NW 98th Street, Raymond, NE, United States

    The Empire Strikes Back… Again! Branched Oak Observatory is pleased to announce our 12th Annual Fall Star-B-Q on Sunday October 11th, 2026. 5PM to midnight.

    *$10 Per Adult and $5 for kids 5-12 Admission – $20 for immediate families of 4 or more
    *No Park Permit Required
    *No Telescope Needed – (But are welcome to bring your own equipment!)

  • Trail Life Overnight

    Group will set up tents, will bring their own food and supplies. Contact: Jack

    $150
  • James Arthur Vineyards Wine and Star-Gazing Night (Ticketed Event)

    Branched Oak Observatory 14300 NW 98th Street, Raymond, NE, United States

    Come enjoy a variety of James Arthur Vineyard wines and charcuterie. Enjoy a private tour of the BOO grounds and a night sky presentation in the classroom, followed by a tour of the night sky, weather permitting. This is a ticketed event, tickets are $35 per person. Go to www.jamesarthurvineyards.com to purchase tickets.