We know the sun setting earlier this time of year can be a real bummer, but there are some things to look forward to with longer nights. Hear us out: shorter days means more time for an enchanting after-hours walk to admire the cosmos, which might cheer you up. Enter: Astra Lumina, which opens November 21 in Philadelphia. How does a walk among the stars sound to beat the winter blues?
RECOMMENDED: The best things to do in Philadelphia this weekend
Astra Lumina uses lighting, visual projections, and sound to connect people to the skies through immersive nighttime walks. Astra Lumina's Enchanted Night Walk involves walking an illuminated pathway that marries nature and art; walks last up to one hour, and take place on a pre-set path along the landscaped grounds of Abington Art Center in Jenkintown.
The experience is multi-sensory, and lighting, music, and projections are meant to make visitors feel as if they're walking among the cosmos; imagine stars descending from the night sky. This "stargazing" experience will also feature starlight lanterns, a starlight archway, a star-filled trail, and an accompanying astral soundtrack to set the mood. While you're there, grab a snack or drink to fuel up for your journey through the stars. Take a look at what's in store here and below:
“This journey is about fostering connections—between people, nature, and the stars—so we're excited to bring this enchanted experience to the Abington Art Center for a captivating new chapter,” Jonathan St-Onge, Executive Director at Moment Factory Originals, the company putting on the event, said in a press release.
Philadelphia is the fifth U.S. city to host the Lumina Enchanted Night Walk. The show has so far included U.S. stops in Seattle, Los Angeles, Dallas, and The Smoky Mountains.
How to get tickets for Astra Lumina Philadelphia in 2024
Snag tickets for these walks online. Tickets start at $38 for adults and $31 for children. Walks are available Thursdays through Sundays starting at 5pm from November 21-December 15. Snag tickets here, and check out Astra Lumina's website for more information.