Fairystone State Park - 967 Fairystone Lake Drive  - Stuart, VA 24171 

Upper Beach Parking Area. October 21, 2025. Time: 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Oct. 21, 2025. 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. The Orionids meteor shower is an average meteor shower producing up to 20 meteors per hour at its peak. It is produced by dust grains left behind by comet Halley, which has been observed since ancient times. It peaks in 2025 on the night of October 21st and morning of the 22nd. This is an excellent year for the Orionids. The moon will be absent all night long, leaving dark skies for what should be an excellent show. Meteors will radiate from the constellation Orion but can appear anywhere in the sky. Guests are welcome to join a ranger in the Upper Beach Parking Area to view the night sky. We recommend chairs or blankets for stargazing during this event because of the wide-open space. This event may be cancelled if the forecast indicates overcast skies or rain. We strive to make our programming and special event opportunities accessible and inclusive to all. If you have any concern, please reach out to our front office to speak with a ranger or contact us through the park email address. We will attempt to accommodate all individuals or families for their unique circumstances and can do so best with advanced communication.