Ventura County Astronomical Society

Dedicated to helping stargazers of all ages learn about the joys of amateur astronomy through events, monthly meetings, star parties and community outreach.

VCAS General Meeting

January 9, 2026 @ 7:00 pm

Join us for our monthly general meeting with guest speaker. 


Join VCAS for our Annual Banquet scheduled for Saturday, December 6, 2025. 

This is a member only event. If you would like to join, use the link below.

Our guest presenter is Charles Garner from JPL with his talk: 

"The Tyranny of the Rocket Equation:  Why it is so difficult to explore our solar system, Propulsion Needs, What we have to meet those needs." 

For more information, please go to our "Members Only" page. 


 

What is the Ventura County Astronomical Society (VCAS)?

Are you passionate about exploring the stars and deepening your understanding of the universe? Join the Ventura County Astronomical Society (VCAS) and connect with a community of amateur astronomers!

We offer engaging events, including public star parties, expert-led lectures, and hands-on workshops. Whether you're new to astronomy or a seasoned stargazer, our members enjoy exclusive access to telescopes, astro-imaging groups, field trips to dark-sky locations, and more.

Come and share your curiosity with us — everyone is welcome under the stars!

Become a member of the VCAS!

VCAS Family Membership

Membership includes families of up to 5 people.
$45 per year

December Skies

December skies will bring the cold, numerous deep sky objects and two planets

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2026 Schedule- tentative

October 29, 2025

2026 Schedule