You’re invited to the 1st Annual Dinner Under The Stars benefiting the Idyllwild Rotary Charitable Fund which supports local non-profits and AstroCamp’s Scholarship Fund sending deserving kids to camp free of charge.

On Saturday, September 13th from 6:00 – 9:30pm, come experience an unforgettable night of al-fresco cocktails, fine Italian dining, exciting and unique raffle prizes and a thrilling live auction. End your evening seeing the cosmos up close and personal on the largest private array of telescopes on the west coast at one of two AstroCamp’s on-campus observatories.

Your $125 ticket includes:

1 Raffle Ticket to put into a drawing of an amazing prize of your choice. See full listing of raffle prizes below!
1 Welcome Reception with Live Music
1 local craft beer from Idyllwild Brewpub or glass of red or white wine
Out-Of-This-World Appetizer Charcuterie Board
1 four‑course Italian dinner. Check out the full Menu below and start making your taste buds orbit!
60 minutes of guided Telescope & Nighttime Sky Viewing

For just $50 more, we’re offering all of the above PLUS an early arrival Zipline & Axe Throwing Adventure! Come experience AstroCamp’s 700-foot zipline across Saunders Meadow as many times as you’d like and time permits and try your hand at axe throwing!

Space is EXTREMELY LIMITED to 100 guests, so round up your fellow sky‑enthusiasts or raffle-heads and reserve your spot now––this is one mission you won’t want to miss!

1st Annual Dinner Under The Stars

Dinner Buffet Menu

Appetizers

• House Made Focaccia Bread

• Charcuterie Plate Affettati featuring a fine selection of Italian meats and cheeses, dried fruits, nuts, jams

Main Courses

• Squash Ravioli in Fresh Tomato Sauce w/ Basil (v)

• Lobster Ravioli in a pick shrimp sauce

• Roasted Ribeye Entrecote w/ Gorgonzola Arugula Sauce

• Lemon Herbed Fire Roasted Chicken

• Fried Polenta Crostini w/ Portobello Mushroom Sauce (v)

• Asparagus Gratin (v)

Salads

• Fresh Caprese Salad

• Classic Caeser Salad

Deserts

• Tiramisu all Veneziana

• Cannoli all Siciliana

• Fresh brewed coffee from Jones Roasters of Pasadena

• Selection of hot teas

(v) Vegan Option

SILENT AUCTION / RAFFLE ITEMS

Idyllwild Weekend Retreat

Weekend Stay for 2 at Silver Pines (Friday Check In / Sunday Check Out

Wine Tasting at Middle Ridge Winery

2 Movie Tickets w/ Concessions

Jones Coffee Roaster AstroCamp Coffee Sets (x4)

Take home 2 pounds of AstroCamp’s signature brews and two AstroCamp mugs to keep you fueled up for any morning.

Skydiving Adventure

Thanks to Jump California, enjoy a tandem sky dive jump over the central valley! Jump package includes pre-jump training and all equipment. Call to schedule your jump at a day that works best for you.

AstroCamp Adventure Overnight Stay (x2)

Enjoy a 2-day/1-night stay at AstroCamp for up to 4 people in the luxurious Turner Cottage.

Arrive around noon, enjoy lunch, and choose 3 hours of adventure activities (like high ropes or mountain biking). Dine at a top Idyllwild restaurant on AstroCamp’s tab, then return for a private 45-minute telescope viewing and a relaxing hot tub under the stars.

The next day, savor breakfast, enjoy 3 more hours of activities, and wrap up with lunch and a $100 shopping spree at the camp store!

Dodgers Tickets Package

Enjoy two loge-level seats and a premium parking pass to an upcoming Sunday game at Dodger Stadium!

President’s Box at The Rose Parade

See the world-famous Rose Parade from the best seat in the house – TV Corner in the President’s Box! Tickets for 2 including programs, coffee, doughnuts, and parking.

2 Star Wars Lego Sets

For the serious Lego and Star Wars fan in your life. Take home 2 Star Wars Lego Helmets from Helmet Collection. Included is Boba Fet and The Madalorian

Jewelry Set

The Jewelry Set comes with 2 beautiful costume jewelry bracelets and one original hand-made silver and turquoise bracelet. Generously donated by Ken Carlson

Coachella Valley Firebirds Hockey Ticket Pack

Experience a Saturday night Coachella Valley Firebirds Hockey match sitting 5 rows from the ice at Acrisure Arena in Palm Desert!

5 hours of house cleaning by Gloria Perez cleaning service

Enjoy a sparkling clean home with 5 hours of professional house cleaning by Gloria Perez Cleaning Service, plus a $150 gift certificate to Idyllwild Laundry for linen washing. The laundromat certificate is exclusively for linens, including bedding, towels, comforters, blankets, bath mats, and rugs—perfect for keeping your home fresh and cozy!

Four (4) Orchestra tickets to the Complexions Dance performance

Complexions Contemporary Ballet redefines contemporary ballet with its innovative style. With roots in Alvin Ailey’s legacy and 16 exceptional dancers, it has been hailed as a "matchless American dance company" (The Philadelphia Inquirer) and "game-changing" (The Guardian). Don’t miss their performance on Thursday, October 16th, at 7:00 PM.

Four (4) Orchestra tickets to the performance of Bradford Marsalis

Saxophonist Branford Marsalis, a jazz master, Grammy Award winner, and Tony Award nominee, will perform at the McAllen Theater in Palm Desert on Tuesday, October 7th, at 7:00 PM.

** Prices are the MSRP / Value

Explore the Wonders of AstroCamp's Telescopes and Stargazing

Our guided stargazing session provides an exceptional opportunity to explore the cosmos with state-of-the-art equipment. Attendees will have access to:

High-powered binoculars that reveal hidden gems across the night sky
Dobsonian telescopes renowned for their precision and impressive deep-sky viewing capabilities
CCD telescopes offering remarkable clarity for observing even the most complex celestial objects
Innovative smart telescopes that combine advanced technology with seamless sky tracking

Our knowledgeable instructors will be by your side throughout the evening, expertly aligning the telescopes to showcase captivating galaxies, planets, and star clusters. They will share insights into the mythology of constellations, explain astronomical phenomena, and answer any questions to ensure every participant enjoys a rich, educational, and awe-inspiring experience.

1st Annual Dinner Under The Stars

Drinks Menu

Wine

Specialty Cocktails

Beer

Assorted Drinks