Win a Luxury Stargazing Escape to Mauna Kea + a Private Q&A with Bill Nye
Enter for a chance to experience Hawai‘i’s legendary night skies while supporting The Planetary Society’s mission to advance space science and exploration.
Prize Highlights
An unforgettable Hawai‘i experience under some of the world’s best night skies.
Grand Prize: Mauna Kea Stargazing Experience
A luxury stargazing escape with Bill Nye
Enjoy five nights in an oceanfront guest room at The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort, daily oceanfront breakfast, and resort fee privileges at no additional fee (claimed $37/day). Free parking is included (claimed $45/day). Plus, receive a $2,500 travel stipend and a private Zoom Q&A with Bill Nye.
Prize Highlights
Observatory access: Keck telescope access and tour logistics are TBD and comped status is TBD. See official rules for complete details.
The Experience
A curated blend of luxury travel and world-class astronomy in Hawai‘i.
The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort
Five-night luxury stay for two in an oceanfront guest room with daily oceanfront breakfast at Ikena Landing, plus resort fee privileges and free parking (claimed $37/day and $45/day value).
Oceanfront luxury accommodations.
Mauna Kea Summit & Stars
Experience Hawai‘i’s legendary night skies with the Hawaii Forest & Trail Mauna Kea Summit & Stars experience (potentially private tour).
TODO: Confirm private tour status and final itinerary.
Keck Observatory Access
Private behind-the-scenes tour and access to the Keck telescopes (not available to the public).
TODO: Confirm logistics and comped status for Keck tour.
Why It Matters
The Planetary Society exists to empower the world’s citizens to advance space science and exploration.
Space for everyone, powered by you
Your support fuels advocacy, education outreach, scientific innovation, and global collaboration to explore worlds, find life off Earth, and protect our planet from dangerous asteroids.
Explore Worlds
Increase discoveries about the worlds of our Solar System and beyond.
Find Life
Elevate the search for life as a space exploration priority.
Defend Earth
Decrease the risk of Earth being hit by an asteroid or comet.
Important Dates
Mark your calendar and don’t miss your chance.
Entries Close
May 21, 2026
Winner Drawing
May 29, 2026
How It Works
Entering is simple. Follow these steps to support The Planetary Society and get your chance to win.
Enter the Sweepstakes
Submit your entry through the official TapKat form. Every entry supports The Planetary Society’s mission to advance space science and exploration.
Get Your Entries
Choose an entry option that works for you. Every entry helps power space science and exploration.
Winner Selection
The drawing will be held on May 29, 2026. All entries have an equal chance to win.
Claim Your Prize
If selected, you’ll be contacted via the information provided during entry. We’ll coordinate travel details and the Bill Nye Q&A experience.
Ready to Get Started?
Support space exploration and enter for your chance to win this once-in-a-lifetime experience.
No purchase necessary. See the official rules in the footer for complete details, eligibility requirements, and prize information. Void where prohibited. Must be 18+ and US resident to enter.
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Flash Prizes
Limited-time bonuses may be announced throughout the campaign. Details coming soon.
- •Additional entries (TODO: confirm structure)
- •Robert Picardo Zoom (TODO: confirm availability)
- •TPS membership + special edition shirt (TODO: confirm lineup)
- •Telescope package (TODO: confirm details)
- •Meteorite collectible (TODO: confirm inventory)
- •Space center experience stipend (TODO: confirm partner)
TODO: Replace placeholders with confirmed flash prize lineup before launch.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about the Celestial Escape to Mauna Kea Sweepstakes
Don’t Miss Your Chance
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