2026 The Planets

Listen to the amazing SYO Symphonic Wind Orchestra performing Gustav Holst’s The Planets and more starry music before you embark on a evening of star and planet gazing.

Dr Luke Barnes from Western Sydney University will provide you with an introduction in the stargazing. The Sydney City Skywatchers will provide guidance with their amazing telescopes, all whilst campfires keep you warm on a winter’s night. 

Join us for a beautiful night of music, science and incredible nature!

SYO’s Symphonic Wind Orchestra will perform:

• Doctor Who: Through Time and Space – Murray GOLD
• Jupiter from The Planets – Gustav HOLST
• Mars from The Planets – Gustav HOLST
• The Mandalorian – Ludwig GÖRANSSON
• Star Wars: The Force Awakens – John WILLIAMS arr. Bocock

Event details:

• Entry from 3:00pm
• Concert: 3:30pm – 5pm (with intermission)
• Stargazing:  5:30pm – 8pm
• Picnics are welcome. BYO picnic blankets or seats.
• Children need to be supervised and dogs need to be on a lead.