The 2026 Stargazer Circus Brought to You by the MMA and Venardos Circus!

Inspired by the fearless spirit of curiosity and discovery that defined Maria Mitchell—America’s first professional female astronomer— these extraordinary events bring the joy of exploration to life.

All proceeds from the Stargazer Gala and the General Admission Stargazer Circus Family Performances support the MMA’s Internship Program, advancing its mission to inspire a lifelong passion for science through education, research, and hands-on exploration of Nantucket’s sky, land, and sea.

A heartfelt thank you to our attendees, sponsors, vendor partners, MMA Board, Stargazer Committee, volunteers, interns, and staff.  Your support of this event, our internship program, and our mission is nothing short of extraordinary.