International Dark Sky Week
Celebrate the wonder of the night sky during International Dark Sky Week at Enchantment, where Boynton Canyon becomes your gateway to the stars. Far from city lights, our clear desert skies offer an unforgettable opportunity to reconnect with the cosmos through guided stargazing, storytelling, and mindful nighttime experiences.
Join us April 13 – 19th, 2026 for a week of immersive activities designed to inspire curiosity, deepen your understanding of the universe, and invite moments of stillness under a canopy of stars.
Navigate the Stars
Monday, April 13, 8 - 9 pm
Enchantment Circle, Complimentary
Join the Trail House team for an introduction to using a star finder to locate constellations in the night sky and a talk on navigating by the stars to learn techniques used for orientation after dark. Then explore how to capture astrophotography shots using your cell phone camera!
Stargazing
Tuesday, April 14, 8 - 10 pm
Saturday, April 18, 8 - 10 pm
Enchantment Circle, Complimentary
Stargaze with our resort astronomer and enter the realm of galaxies and explore these vast swirls of billions of stars. Jupiter rises high with its cloud bands and Galilean moons. See the spiral structure of the Whirlpool Galaxy and the iconic Sombrero Galaxy.
Starlight Meditation
Wednesday, April 15, 7:30 - 8 pm
Friday, April 17, 7:30 - 8 pm
Mii amo Labyrinth, Complimentary
Step into the velvet hush of night and experience a guided meditation beneath a canopy of shimmering stars. Through slow, intentional breath and grounding awareness, ease into deep, expansive calm, held by the stillness and boundless night sky.
Celestial Storytelling
Thursday, April 16, 7:30 - 8:30 pm
Trail House Fire Pit, Complimentary
Gather around the fire for celestial storytelling and explore the myths, legends, and meanings behind the stars above. This immersive experience brings the night sky to life through timeless tales shared under the open sky.
Recommended for guests ages 10+.
Celestial Trivia Night
Saturday, April 18, 7:30 - 9 pm
Artist Cottage, Complimentary
Put your cosmic knowledge to the test at our celestial trivia night, featuring fun questions about stars, planets, and the universe. Gather with fellow guests for a lighthearted evening of friendly competition.
Creativity in Clay
Daily, Artist Cottage
Discover a moon-and-stars inspired pottery experience where creativity meets a touch of night-sky magic. In this guided hand-building class, you’ll learn how to shape and sculpt clay into a unique hanging piece inspired by the cosmos with personalized details that reflect your own vision of the night sky.
Explore Dark Sky Experiences
Designated as an International Dark Sky Community, Sedona offers one of the most extraordinary stargazing experiences in the world.
From Hiking Under the Stars, Night Rides and Night Sky Photography, let us guide you through a Sedona experience where the natural world and the cosmos meet.