Tuesday, 22 July 2025

 A Star Party in the warm heart of Central South Africa
3 - 6 June 2027

Die beplanning vir die 13de Vrystaat Sterrefees op Gansvlei by Brandfort is goed op dreef.
Teken dit in jou dagboek aan: 3 – 6 Junie 2027 (Donderdag–Sondag). 
* e-pos:  aan assabfn@gmail.com (Meer inligting vroeg in 2027)

The planning for the 13th Vrystaat Star Party at Gansvlei near Brandfort is well under way.
Make a note in your diary: 3 – 6 June 2027 (Thursday–Sunday).
* Email:  assabfn@gmail.com (More information early 2027)

Venue:  On the farm Gansvlei close to Brandfort
 GPS Coordinates:  28°47'48.63"S   26°28'25.66"E
Brandfort - 13 km
Bloemfontein 52 km 

* We’ll share more details as we go — expect updates in 2027!

  • Photo Galleries

    1st Free State Star Party 2014

    2nd Free State Star Party 2015

     3rd Free State Star Party 2016

    4th Free State Star Party 2017

    5th Free State Star Party 2018

    7th Free State Star Party 2021

    10th Free State Star Party 2024

    11th Free State Star Party 2025 
    New: 12th Free State Star Party 2026


    The FS Star Party is an event where astro friends come together for serious stargazing, astrophotography, and to relax over hot coffee and serious braaiing. 

    Weather
    2025 -6.8°C was lowest temperature measured on 25 June 2025 (00:12). Humidity: 69%. 
    2017 -7°C (00:00) and with a light wind from the East pestering us. It was 2.8 °C at 01:00 (Friday night)
    2016 2°C (23:00 Friday); 10°C (00:00 Saturday; with wind and clouds moved over late in the evening. Clear early morning, with wind)
    2015 dew caused havoc. Bring your dew heaters. Come prepared!
    2014 Extreme –  We measured -7°C during the first night. Prepare with warm clothing and bedding.










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