The observatory is about 25 miles west of the Twin Cities. Take Interstate 494 to Minnesota 5 in Eden Prairie. Take Minnesota 5 to Young America, and then take Carver County Road 33 and follow the signs to Baylor Regional Park. The Minneapolis Planetarium will have an outdoor observing session near the Lake Harriet bandshell in Minneapolis. The event will run from 8 to 10 p.m. and will feature exhibits, astronomers and telescopes.
Street parking is available nearby, but pay careful attention to the parking signs.
From the freeway, take the 36th Street exit and go west on 36th to Lake Calhoun. Turn left and go south on Lake Calhoun Parkway to William Berry Drive. Go left and follow the signs to the parking lot.