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Find Astronomy friends near you

Astronomy is the study of planets, stars, galaxies, and everything else overhead, and as a hobby it means looking up with your eyes, binoculars, or a telescope. Stargazers bond in the dark, sharing views through an eyepiece and the humbling sense of scale that comes with it.

How to find people who share your love of astronomy

In Partnr you add Astronomy to your interests, set how far you'll travel, and browse nearby people who like it too. When you both show interest you can chat and make a plan.

  • Take a telescope to a dark sky spot and share views
  • Visit a planetarium show together
  • Watch a meteor shower from a camp chair with snacks

Conversation starters for Astronomy friends

  • “What is the most amazing thing you have seen in the night sky?”
  • “Do you have a telescope, or are you a naked-eye stargazer?”
  • “Want to drive somewhere dark for the next meteor shower?”

Astronomy in Southern California

Griffith Observatory in Los Angeles offers free public telescope viewing, and Palomar and Mount Wilson observatories are famous Southern California landmarks.

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Questions about finding Astronomy friends

How do I find stargazing friends near me?

Astronomy clubs host star parties, but having a friend to drive out to dark skies with makes it easier to go often. On Partnr you can add Astronomy to your profile and find nearby sky watchers.

What is a good astronomy activity for beginners?

A planetarium show or a meteor shower is a perfect start, since neither requires any gear. Bring someone nearby you met on Partnr who shares the curiosity, and you will have company for the drive to darker skies later.

Can I find astronomy friends in Southern California?

Yes. Partnr works wherever you set your location, so you can use it to find people in Los Angeles, San Diego, Orange County and nearby who share your interest in astronomy.

Meet your astronomy people.

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