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Choose Flandrau as the venue for your next private event! We offer a variety of facility rental options to suit your needs, with a fun and unique atmosphere that your guests are sure to remember. We can be the host for small meetings, receptions, lectures, private and after-hours planetarium shows.
"Flandrau provided Reach For The Stars donors with an awe-inspiring experience into space, allowing adults the opportunity to release their inner child. The feedback was out of this world."
-Kira Reid
Co-Founder, Reach For The Stars
Information
Scheduling and Availability:
- Private event start time 6PM or later
- Daytime opportunities may be available. Additional fees apply.
Group or event size: Maximum number of guests varies by space. In general, Flandrau cannot accommodate groups larger than 145. See below for details.
Available Spaces
- Science Center Exhibit Halls
- Eos Planetarium Theater
- Galaxy Room
- Dino Room
- Insect Room
Price Range
$150 to $850 base rate depending on spaces rented and activities selected. See "Available Areas and Costs" below.
Discounts
- 20% University of Arizona Departments
- 10% Active Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium members (learn about memberships)
- 10% Non-Profits and Title I
Available Spaces and Costs
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Science Center Exhibit Halls
Enjoy science exhibits and interactives as you mingle.
Private events in exhibit halls are available after-hours only
Rental Rate
- $850 base rate includes two hours of guest event time
- $300 for each additional hour
Tables, Linens, and Chairs
- Additional cost applies for rental of tables, linens, and chairs (not included in rental rate)
- All scheduling and coordination of table, linen, and chair rentals is the responsibility of the customer booking the private event. Rentals are available through a local vendor of your choice
Seated Dinners vs. Cocktail Style Receptions
- Seated meals can only be accommodated for smaller groups (around 40 guests)
- For groups larger than 40, we can only accommodate Cocktail Style Receptions.
Maximum Number of Guests
- 100 Guests
Included in the Rental Rate | Optional Add-ons (Additional Fees Apply) |
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One hour for set up, one hour for clean up | Additional set up/clean up time |
Access to science center exhibits on the main and lower levels (except for Undersea Discovery) | Undersea Discovery may be added for $150. Includes one 30-minute touch tank experience for guests |
Cocktail style reception floor plan is included with the base rate | Customized event floor plans |
Catering through Arizona Catering Events & Co., or a local vendor of your choice | |
Bar service for private events must be provided through Arizona Catering Events & Co. Wine and beer only permitted, see below. |
Going over your scheduled time will incur an extra fee.
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Eos Foundation Planetarium Theater
Perfect for private presentations, shows, awards, and other affairs.
Private events in Eos Foundation Planetarium Theater are available after-hours only
Rental Rate
- $500 base rate includes two hours of guest event time
- $200 for each additional hour
- Includes half hour for set up, half hour for clean up
Audio Visual
- A/V equipment includes microphone, sound system, and standard projector
- Slides, videos, etc. must be received at least 48 hours in advance of event.
- If using your own computer, adaptor/connection needs to be communicated at least 48 hours in advance.
No Food or Drink
- Due to the nature of the theater and its seating and equipment, there is a strict NO food and drink policy inside the theater.
Maximum Number of Guests
- 145
Check out our show catalog
Going over your scheduled time will incur an extra fee.
Rental Rate
- $200 after hours theater rental free plus the group rental rate for your party ($5 to $10 per person depending on non-profit, etc.)
- Includes planetarium operator to facilitate star talk or laser show
Maximum number of guests
- 145 guests
Check out our show catalog
Going over your scheduled time will incur an extra fee.
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Dino, Insect, or Galaxy Room
Meeting or small reception rooms with fun science themes.
Available during the day and after hours
Each of these three available spaces are priced separately.
Birthday parties are a whole different affair! See our Birthday Party page.
Rental Rates
- During business hours: $150 base rate
- Includes one hour of guest event time
- $100 for each additional hour of guest event time
- After hours: $200 per hour
Included in the Room Rental
- Half hour for set up, half hour for clean up
- Use of refrigerator/freezer
- Sink in the Galaxy Room and Insect Room
- Display monitor with wireless and HDMI connectivity available for use in the Dino and Insect rooms
Maximum number of guests for each space varies based on seating layout
- Dino: 24-32 guests
- Insect: 24-30 guests
- Galaxy: 36-45 guests
Available Rooms
Going over your scheduled time will incur an extra fee.
Alcohol at events
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Yes, you can have alcohol at your event when you go through the proper process. Please be aware of University guidelines and sufficient notice.
- Only beer and wine are permitted
- No hard liquors, spirituous drinks, or kegs
- Two drink per guest maximum
- All groups have to go through Arizona Catering Co. for alcohol.
- Bar service must include complimentary beverages and catered food with the cost covered by the customer. Cash bars are not permitted.
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