DarkSky Approved

DarkSky Approved Lodging guidelines

What we do

DarkSky Approved Lodging complements the Dark Sky Places program by recognizing overnight accommodations where the Milky Way is visible.

January 5, 2026

DarkSky Approved Lodging application

What we do

Application for a facility to become certified as DarkSky Lodging.

December 5, 2023

Outdoor Sports Lighting guidelines

What we do

Version 1.3, updated August 2023 A. Scope This program provides DarkSky International certification for outdoor sports lighting (OSL) facilities…

September 1, 2023

DarkSky Approved Lodging

DarkSky Approved

DarkSky Approved Lodging is an overnight visitor accommodation with exceptional quality starry nights, using DarkSky Approved lighting.

January 5, 2026

DarkSky Approved program has a new logo

News

The Fixture Seal of Approved program is now DarkSky Approved! With the name change comes a new and improved …

June 1, 2023

Search DarkSky Approved Luminaires

Outdoor Lighting

Search DarkSky Approved lighting, fixtures, luminaires, path lighting, street lighting, controllers, and more.

October 31, 2025

Outdoor Sports Lighting Program

What we do

Thanks to advances in LED lighting technology, lighting designers now have the tools to create projects that effectively manage …

January 14, 2025

Outdoor Sports Lighting application

What we do

Thank you for your interest in participating in DarkSky’s Community-Friendly Sports Lighting Program. Before completing the application below…

August 29, 2023

DarkSky Approved retailers

What we do

DarkSky Approved retailers strive to provide the public with easy access to DarkSky Approved products. These businesses work closely …

October 3, 2024

DarkSky Approved

What we do

The DarkSky Approved program provides objective, third-party certification for luminaires that minimize glare, reduce light trespass, and don’t pollute …

October 31, 2025