Astronomical Society of Kansas City

Perseid meteor shower

Wednesday, August 12 - Thursday, August 13, 2026

Event

Perseid meteor shower peak August 12 -13 under moonless sky

Date: Wednesday, August 12 - Thursday, August 13, 2026

Time: 8 p.m. - 2 a.m. Central

Location: Powell Observatory
26500 Melrose St
Loiusburg, KS 66053

Information for Visitors

Location Details

Powell Observatory
Located 25 miles south of Kansas City in Louisburg KS. Public viewing and private parties available.
26500 Melrose St
Loiusburg, KS 66053
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ASKC Powell Observatory

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Wed 8/12/2026
- Thu 8/13/2026
8 p.m. - 2 a.m. Central 		Perseid meteor shower Powell Observatory
26500 Melrose St Loiusburg, KS