Your Gateway
to the Universe
Guided stargazing nights in the UAE desert, meteor-shower events, and telescope sessions led by expert astronomers. No experience needed — just look up.
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Join our upcoming stargazing nights, workshops, and special celestial events across the UAE.
Full calendar →Movie Night: The Martian
Orionids Meteor Shower 2026
Leonids Meteor Shower 2026
Beaver Moon (Supermoon)
Geminids Meteor Shower 2026 (DAY 1)
Geminids Meteor Shower 2026 (DAY 2)
Cold Supermoon – Final Supermoon of 2026
The UAE's largest astronomy non-profit
Born from a deep love of the night sky and the belief that the cosmos belongs to everyone, Dubai Astronomy Group began as small, heartfelt meetups under the stars — and has grown into one of the region's most beloved astronomy communities, welcoming thousands of stargazers, dreamers, and curious minds.
Since 2000 it has been guided by Founder & CEO Hasan Ahmad Al Hariri, whose passion for the Universe has touched countless lives — creating the Al Thuraya Astronomy Center and keeping DAG a welcoming home where anyone can look up, wonder, and belong.
Read our story →Services & experiences
Expert-led astronomy programs and experiences for individuals, families, schools, and organisations.
Upcoming events
Stargazing nights, meteor showers and planetary viewings across the UAE.
See details →Astro tourism
Desert stargazing nights and international astronomy tours.
See details →School programs
Curriculum-aligned sessions and planetarium shows, delivered at your school.
See details →Courses & training programs
From beginner astronomy to advanced deep-sky astrophotography.
See details →DAG membership
Priority access, member nights and discounts all year round.
See details →Observatory services
We design, build and automate observatories — from backyard pods to institutional domes.
See details →Astro shop
Telescopes, accessories and gear curated by experts, for all levels.
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Be part of the magic behind our events and grow your skills.
See details →How we bring the universe closer
As a non-profit, our mission is to inspire, educate, and connect communities across the UAE and beyond through the science and wonder of astronomy — making the universe accessible to everyone, from first-time stargazers to the next generation of researchers.
Inspire
We believe the night sky belongs to everyone. By bringing large-scale celestial events to the public and crafting experiences that ignite genuine wonder, we turn first-time observers into lifelong enthusiasts.
- 500,000+ in-person attendees since 2018
- Public stargazing events year-round
- Accessible programming for all ages
Educate
From curriculum-aligned school programs and teacher training to immersive workshops and planetarium shows, we nurture scientific curiosity and build the knowledge base of tomorrow's innovators.
- 18,000+ students engaged across the UAE
- STEM camps, VR experiences & Astro Academy
- In-school and on-site delivery
Connect
With a global community of over 50,000 members, we bridge cultures, generations, and disciplines — uniting people from every background under one shared sky and a common passion for discovery.
- 50,000+ members from around the world
- Partnerships with governments & institutions
- A thriving, inclusive volunteer community
26 years of looking up
From a handful of friends with a telescope to one of the region's most loved astronomy communities — here's how the journey unfolded.
Where it began
Dubai Astronomy Group founded by Hasan Ahmad Al Hariri.
Officially an NGO
Licensed as Dubai's only astronomy NGO.
Al Thuraya opens
Al Thuraya Astronomy Center opens — the UAE's first public observatory.
On the world stage
Represented the UAE at the U.S. Balloon Fiesta, reaching 150,000+ attendees.
Today & beyond
26 years of inspiring curiosity — and the journey continues.
Join the community that looks up
Become a Dubai Astronomy Group member and make the night sky a bigger part of your life — and help us bring astronomy to more people across the UAE.
- Priority booking on every event and program
- Exclusive members-only events
- Discounts on events and courses
- Points on every booking, redeemable for credit
- WhatsApp community with direct access to our team
- Be part of a non-profit that gives back to science
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From the night-sky desk
The latest astronomy news, event recaps, and practical sky guides from across the UAE.
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Real words from people who have spent a night under the stars with us. “Highly recommended” “Very informative presentation, interactive and interesting event.” “Amazing day we saw Saturn and it was really fin” “I liked how the photos were presented and how clearly information was wdplained” “It's a wonderful activity” “Usefull informatiom” “Very educational and immersive” “Amazing guided star gazing experience and your teams effort to make the ambiance cosy and welcoming is much appreciated. It was a lovely evening, thank you.” “This was the best and most interesting activity in a very long time in events. The order was completed in the fastest time. I am very grateful for your experience, high-quality and interesting work! You are top” “I’ve attended one event of the star gazing to watch meteor showers and found the team so humble, approachable and energetic well into the night.
The care for your guests, even those with families and finding comfort or advice for each attendee was one of my fondest memories alongside the experience of gazing at the cosmos over us.
My family is a fan and we will participate in more for certain”Loved by stargazers
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