Chicago-area star party is held in September near Kankakee, features maps, accommodations, vendors, speakers, and contests for telescope design and astrophotography.

Presented by the Central Pennsylvania Observers in September, this northern PA star party features guest speakers, directions to site, rules, and accommodations.

Held in the sand hills of northern Nebraska in July under truly dark skies, this star party features door prizes and contests, beginners' workshops, and photo archive.

Northern Indiana Astronomy Group, a consortium of clubs, sponsors this star party in April. Features speakers and contests for astro-imaging and telescope design.

Southern California star party is held in late May. Emphasizes awards for innovative telescope design, speakers, and workshops as well as observing.

SCAS runs the Winter Star Party in the Florida Keys every February. Upcoming dates, vendors, speakers, where to stay, and travel details are presented.

Held in July, this central Washington star party features maps, dates for future years, telescope making contest, student programs, and party rules and advice.