Staircase to the Moon Dates

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

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

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 dates and times for us to share.

2025 STAIRCASE TO THE MOON DATES

2025 Staircase to the Moon Dates

August 2025	September 2025	October 2025
Sunday 10th 6.37pm +FUSION MOONRISE AT NAPIER TCE (details below)	Monday 8th 6.19pm	Wednesday 8th 7.04pm
Monday 11th 7.34pm *Night market 4pm-8pm at Town Beach	Tuesday 9th 7.18pm *Night market 4pm-8pm at Town Beach	Thursday 9th 8.10pm *Night market 4pm-8pm at Town Beach
Tuesday 12th 8.31pm	Wednesday 10th 8.18pm	Friday 10th 9.19pm
	Note: Total Lunar Eclipse visible - begins 11.28pm 7th September, maximum 2.11am and ending at 4.55am 8th September.

These 2025 dates and times have been kindly supplied by Australia's North West and Astrotourism WA.

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

Broome Explorer Bus often run buses (extra times) on selected Staircase to the Moon nights.
View the 2025 Staircase bus services schedule (pdf)

You can also use the local 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!

NEXT DATE: Sunday 10th August 2025.
Moon rise is at 6.30pm with Fusion set to peak at 7.10pm. Napier Terrace will be closed from 6pm on this date, for the event.

Experience one of Broome’s most magical natural events at the Fusion Moonrise, taking place on Sunday, 10 August. 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.

The moon is expected to rise at approximately 6:30pm, with its peak alignment above the sculpture occurring at around 7:10pm. 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.

Join us for this special evening where the moon, art and community align in one unforgettable moment.

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).

DOWNLOAD OUR 2025 'SPECIAL DATES' PDF

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