Staircase to the Moon Dates

Staircase to the Moon is a natural phenomenon that occurs when a full moon rises over the exposed tidal flats of Roebuck Bay | Yawuru Nagulagun. The Staircase to the Moon happens 2 - 3 days a month between March and October.

The Town Beach | Guwarri precinct is a great vantage spot to view the Staircase to the Moon. Another popular spot is The Mangrove Hotel, who often have live entertainment on Staircase night. Other local spots include the Broome Fishing Club, the Broome Golf Club, the Roebuck Bay lookout or take a short walk across the road from Matso's Broome Brewery.

Cygnet Bay, north of Broome on the Dampier Peninsula, also offers staircase viewing locations.

Staircase to the Moon Markets at Town Beach (Hamersley Street) are held from 4pm to 8pm on selected dates. Here you can sample local produce, buy hand made products, a variety of international food, and enjoy the sounds of local entertainers. Night Markets also take place every Thursday night, usually from June to September. Map link for location of the Staircase Markets here.

Note: Visibility may vary depending on the local weather, tides, sunset and moonrise.

Thanks to local Broome photographer Richard Young Photography for generously allowing us to feature his Staircase to the Moon photo. Astrotourism WA have generously provided the 2026 dates and times for us to share.

2026 Staircase to the Moon Dates

August 2026	September 2026	October 2026
29th August 6.43pm	27th September 6.22pm	27th October 7.10pm
30th August 7.36pm *Night Market	28th September 7.20pm *Night Market	28th October 8.17pm
31st August 8.31pm	29th September 8.21pm	29th October 9.24pm

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These 2026 dates and times have been kindly supplied by Australia's North West and Astrotourism WA.

Download our pdf with all of the Staircase to the Moon dates

2027 Staircase to the Moon Dates

March 2027	April 2027	May 2027	June 2027
23rd March 6.25pm	22nd April 6.24pm	21st May 5.54pm	20th June 6.26pm
24th March 7.05pm	23rd April 7.12pm	22nd May 6.46pm	21st June 7.19pm
25th March 7.47pm	24th April 8.02pm	23rd May 7.39pm	22nd June 8.10pm

July 2027	August 2027	September 2027	October 2027
19th July 6.06pm	18th August 6.30pm	17th September 6.52pm	16th October 6.32pm
20th July 6.56pm	19th August 7.17pm	18th September 7.44pm	17th October 7.29pm
21st July 7.44pm	20th August 8.06pm	19th September 8.38pm	18th October 8.30pm

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These 2027 dates and times have been kindly supplied by Kimberley Astronomy Tours

Download our pdf with all of the Staircase to the Moon dates

Kimberley Astronomy Tours have generously provided the 2027 dates and times for us to share.

Copyright: Norm Stephens. This image is copyright protected and not permitted for use outside of visitbroome.com.au

Staircase to the Moon Night Market.

Find out more about the Staircase to the Moon Night Market (on selected dates).

Getting to and from Staircase to the Moon

You can use the local bus service, BEAM scooters, book a taxi or hire a car locally.

Visibility and local weather for Staircase to the Moon

Visibility may vary depending on the local weather, tides, sunset and moonrise. Check the current weather forecast here

More local events...

Our Broome Events Online Calendar will have details of other events happening in Broome around this time.

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Fusion Moonrise - only happens twice a year!

COMING UP FRIDAY 28TH AUGUST 2026

The two-hour community event will feature live music from Staller Moon, laser tag, UV face painting and food trucks. Fusion Moonrise 2026 promises a vibrant, family-friendly evening that celebrates the unique connection between art, nature and community in the heart of Broome.Proudly supported by Rio Tinto.Where: Napier Terrace, Chinatown
When: Friday, 28 August 2026
Time: 5:30pm – 7:30pm
Road Closure: 5:30pm – 8:00pm
Fusion Alignment: Approx. 6:35pm

Experience one of Broome’s most magical natural events at the Fusion Moonrise. As the full moon rises over Napier Terrace, it aligns perfectly with the iconic Fusion sculpture located at the Carnarvon Street roundabout in Chinatown — creating a breathtaking visual that draws photographers, locals and visitors alike. This rare phenomenon only happens twice a year, making it a must-see moment that blends Broome’s rich cultural heritage with the beauty of its natural environment.

Bring a picnic, your camera, or simply enjoy the atmosphere as the night sky puts on a show. The event is a free, family-friendly celebration of art, nature and connection, and a wonderful way to engage with Broome’s vibrant Chinatown precinct under the stars. No bookings are required. Attendees are encouraged to arrive early to secure a good viewing spot and to walk, cycle or use public transport where possible, as traffic restrictions will apply in the area. The Shire of Broome provides more information about this event on their website.

Special dates and Tides - Staircase to the Moon, Dinosaur Footprints and Flying Boat Wreck dates...

We have created a special dates document that is marked with all of the Staircase to the Moon dates, dates the Gantheaume Point Dinosaur Footprints are visible (on tides less then 2.16m) and the Catalina Flying Boat Wrecks (visible on tides less than 0.86m).

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