Adventures in space, science, and music
Surround yourself in journeys that broaden your horizons. The EOS Foundation Planetarium Theatre features 146 custom-designed premium seats, a SCISS Colorspace projection system with 4K resolution fulldome projection, dynamic planetarium software, an Induction Loop assistive listening system, and 18,000 watts of Dolby 5.1 sound.
Come enjoy an immersive planetarium experience like no other!
Buy tickets online or in person. Popular shows may sell out!
Planetarium Tickets
Regular rates
- Adults: $12
- Children (ages 3-15): $8
- Children ages 2 and under: Free
Discounted rates
- Seniors (65+) and Military: $10
- College ID Holders: $8
- Flandrau Members: $5
- EBT Cardholders : $3*
Ticket info
- Ticket prices listed above do not include the option to visit Science Center Exhibits.
- Please plan to arrive at least 10 minutes prior to the start of your show, and allow extra time for parking.
- Discount rates, member rates, and passes do not apply to special events and sold out events.
- Ticket sales and theater doors will close promptly at showtime. Late arrivals may be denied.
- Note: There is a $0.95 processing fee per ticket for online ticket sales.
*Museums for All program: Please present EBT card upon arrival. Must be purchased in-person. Limit 4 people per cardholder.
Showtimes
Featured Events
Laser Pink Floyd's "The Wall"
To the listener, and indeed many critics, The Wall is a gripping and spellbinding musical journey – beautiful, haunting, powerful and thought provoking
Laser Pink Floyd's "Dark Side of the Moon"
Based on Pink Floyd’s 1973 album of humanitarian, political and philosophical empathy, Dark Side of the Moon is one of the most startling and bizarre laser light shows of all time!
12:30PM - We Are Stars
This gorgeously animated fulldome show explores our explosive origins. Learn how hydrogen and carbon formed the building blocks of life. With fun characters and visuals, it's a great show for youngsters.
Recommended for younger audiences.
Themes: Stars, element formation.
Style: Fulldome animated film followed by star talk.
2:00PM - Big Astronomy
In Big Astronomy: People, Places, Discoveries, journey to three world-class observatories in Chile’s rugged Andes Mountains and arid Atacama Desert.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: astronomy, telescopes, James Webb
Style: Fulldome film followed by short talk about James Webb
3:30PM - Touring the Solar System
Zoom away from planet Earth and take a live guided tour through the Solar System! We'll stop by each of the rocky planets, the asteroid belt, and the gas giants pointing out interesting facts along the way.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Planets, space exploration.
Style: Live presentation.
12:30PM- The Sun, Our Living Star
The Sun has shone on our world for four and a half billion years. The light that warms our skin today has been felt by every person who has ever lived. It is our nearest star and our planet’s powerhouse, the source of the energy that drives our winds, our weather and all life.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Sun, stars, observatories
Style: Fulldome film followed by short talk about the sun
3:00PM - Black Holes
Produced in collaboration with NASA and NOVA, this cutting-edge full-dome production showcases immersive galactic events while exploring the science behind black holes. Narrated by Liam Neeson.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Black holes, astrophysics, supernovae.
Style: Fulldome film followed by live star talk.
4:00PM - Expedition Reef
Expedition Reef show reveals in exquisite detail the breathtaking beauty and biodiversity of coral reefs—and the scientists taking action to restore them.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Sea, Climate, Biology
Style: Fulldome documentary followed by live presentation
12:30PM - Perfect Little Planet
Discover our solar system through a new set of eyes – a family on vacation from another star system! Featuring fun characters and animations, this show is an engaging journey through the fascinating planets of our solar system.
Recommended for younger audiences.
Themes: Planetary science, solar system.
Style: Fulldome animated film with live star talk.
2:00PM - Big Astronomy
In Big Astronomy: People, Places, Discoveries, journey to three world-class observatories in Chile’s rugged Andes Mountains and arid Atacama Desert.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: astronomy, telescopes, James Webb
Style: Fulldome film followed by short talk about James Webb
3:30PM - Tucson Sky & Beyond
Take a relaxing look at the night sky as we give you a guided tour of the stars, planets, constellations and current astronomical events above Tucson. This live star talk is constantly changing!
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Stars, planets, constellations, mythology.
Style: Live night sky presentation.
12:30PM- The Sun, Our Living Star
The Sun has shone on our world for four and a half billion years. The light that warms our skin today has been felt by every person who has ever lived. It is our nearest star and our planet’s powerhouse, the source of the energy that drives our winds, our weather and all life.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Sun, stars, observatories
Style: Fulldome film followed by short talk about the sun
2:00PM - Expedition Reef
Expedition Reef show reveals in exquisite detail the breathtaking beauty and biodiversity of coral reefs—and the scientists taking action to restore them.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Sea, Climate, Biology
Style: Fulldome documentary followed by live presentation
3:30PM - Touring the Solar System
Zoom away from planet Earth and take a live guided tour through the Solar System! We'll stop by each of the rocky planets, the asteroid belt, and the gas giants pointing out interesting facts along the way.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Planets, space exploration.
Style: Live presentation.
11:00AM - Black Holes
Produced in collaboration with NASA and NOVA, this cutting-edge full-dome production showcases immersive galactic events while exploring the science behind black holes. Narrated by Liam Neeson.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Black holes, astrophysics, supernovae.
Style: Fulldome film followed by live star talk.
12:30PM - Perfect Little Planet
Discover our solar system through a new set of eyes – a family on vacation from another star system! Featuring fun characters and animations, this show is an engaging journey through the fascinating planets of our solar system.
Recommended for younger audiences.
Themes: Planetary science, solar system.
Style: Fulldome animated film with live star talk.
2:00PM - Expedition Reef
Expedition Reef show reveals in exquisite detail the breathtaking beauty and biodiversity of coral reefs—and the scientists taking action to restore them.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Sea, Climate, Biology
Style: Fulldome documentary followed by live presentation
3:30PM - Tucson Sky & Beyond
Take a relaxing look at the night sky as we give you a guided tour of the stars, planets, constellations and current astronomical events above Tucson. This live star talk is constantly changing!
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Stars, planets, constellations, mythology.
Style: Live night sky presentation.
11:00AM - Black Holes
Produced in collaboration with NASA and NOVA, this cutting-edge full-dome production showcases immersive galactic events while exploring the science behind black holes. Narrated by Liam Neeson.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Black holes, astrophysics, supernovae.
Style: Fulldome film followed by live star talk.
12:30PM - We Are Stars
This gorgeously animated fulldome show explores our explosive origins. Learn how hydrogen and carbon formed the building blocks of life. With fun characters and visuals, it's a great show for youngsters.
Recommended for younger audiences.
Themes: Stars, element formation.
Style: Fulldome animated film followed by star talk.
2:00PM - Expedition Reef
Expedition Reef show reveals in exquisite detail the breathtaking beauty and biodiversity of coral reefs—and the scientists taking action to restore them.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Sea, Climate, Biology
Style: Fulldome documentary followed by live presentation
3:30PM - Touring the Solar System
Zoom away from planet Earth and take a live guided tour through the Solar System! We'll stop by each of the rocky planets, the asteroid belt, and the gas giants pointing out interesting facts along the way.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Planets, space exploration.
Style: Live presentation.
12:30PM - We Are Stars
This gorgeously animated fulldome show explores our explosive origins. Learn how hydrogen and carbon formed the building blocks of life. With fun characters and visuals, it's a great show for youngsters.
Recommended for younger audiences.
Themes: Stars, element formation.
Style: Fulldome animated film followed by star talk.
2:00PM - Big Astronomy
In Big Astronomy: People, Places, Discoveries, journey to three world-class observatories in Chile’s rugged Andes Mountains and arid Atacama Desert.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: astronomy, telescopes, James Webb
Style: Fulldome film followed by short talk about James Webb
3:30PM - Touring the Solar System
Zoom away from planet Earth and take a live guided tour through the Solar System! We'll stop by each of the rocky planets, the asteroid belt, and the gas giants pointing out interesting facts along the way.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Planets, space exploration.
Style: Live presentation.
12:30PM- The Sun, Our Living Star
The Sun has shone on our world for four and a half billion years. The light that warms our skin today has been felt by every person who has ever lived. It is our nearest star and our planet’s powerhouse, the source of the energy that drives our winds, our weather and all life.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Sun, stars, observatories
Style: Fulldome film followed by short talk about the sun
3:00PM - Black Holes
Produced in collaboration with NASA and NOVA, this cutting-edge full-dome production showcases immersive galactic events while exploring the science behind black holes. Narrated by Liam Neeson.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Black holes, astrophysics, supernovae.
Style: Fulldome film followed by live star talk.
4:00PM - Expedition Reef
Expedition Reef show reveals in exquisite detail the breathtaking beauty and biodiversity of coral reefs—and the scientists taking action to restore them.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Sea, Climate, Biology
Style: Fulldome documentary followed by live presentation
12:30PM - Perfect Little Planet
Discover our solar system through a new set of eyes – a family on vacation from another star system! Featuring fun characters and animations, this show is an engaging journey through the fascinating planets of our solar system.
Recommended for younger audiences.
Themes: Planetary science, solar system.
Style: Fulldome animated film with live star talk.
2:00PM - Big Astronomy
In Big Astronomy: People, Places, Discoveries, journey to three world-class observatories in Chile’s rugged Andes Mountains and arid Atacama Desert.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: astronomy, telescopes, James Webb
Style: Fulldome film followed by short talk about James Webb
3:30PM - Tucson Sky & Beyond
Take a relaxing look at the night sky as we give you a guided tour of the stars, planets, constellations and current astronomical events above Tucson. This live star talk is constantly changing!
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Stars, planets, constellations, mythology.
Style: Live night sky presentation.
12:30PM- The Sun, Our Living Star
The Sun has shone on our world for four and a half billion years. The light that warms our skin today has been felt by every person who has ever lived. It is our nearest star and our planet’s powerhouse, the source of the energy that drives our winds, our weather and all life.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Sun, stars, observatories
Style: Fulldome film followed by short talk about the sun
2:00PM - Expedition Reef
Expedition Reef show reveals in exquisite detail the breathtaking beauty and biodiversity of coral reefs—and the scientists taking action to restore them.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Sea, Climate, Biology
Style: Fulldome documentary followed by live presentation
3:30PM - Touring the Solar System
Zoom away from planet Earth and take a live guided tour through the Solar System! We'll stop by each of the rocky planets, the asteroid belt, and the gas giants pointing out interesting facts along the way.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Planets, space exploration.
Style: Live presentation.
11:00AM - Black Holes
Produced in collaboration with NASA and NOVA, this cutting-edge full-dome production showcases immersive galactic events while exploring the science behind black holes. Narrated by Liam Neeson.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Black holes, astrophysics, supernovae.
Style: Fulldome film followed by live star talk.
12:30PM - Perfect Little Planet
Discover our solar system through a new set of eyes – a family on vacation from another star system! Featuring fun characters and animations, this show is an engaging journey through the fascinating planets of our solar system.
Recommended for younger audiences.
Themes: Planetary science, solar system.
Style: Fulldome animated film with live star talk.
2:00PM - Expedition Reef
Expedition Reef show reveals in exquisite detail the breathtaking beauty and biodiversity of coral reefs—and the scientists taking action to restore them.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Sea, Climate, Biology
Style: Fulldome documentary followed by live presentation
3:30PM - Tucson Sky & Beyond
Take a relaxing look at the night sky as we give you a guided tour of the stars, planets, constellations and current astronomical events above Tucson. This live star talk is constantly changing!
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Stars, planets, constellations, mythology.
Style: Live night sky presentation.
7:00PM - Laser Pink Floyd's "The Wall"
The Wall is best considered as a continual story rather than a collection of individual songs. It tells the tale of a rock star named Pink and his downward spiral into madness.
Recommended for adult audiences.
Themes: Hits by Pink Floyd
Style: Laser Light Music Show
8:30PM - Laser Pink Floyd's "Dark Side of the Moon"
Based on Pink Floyd’s 1973 album of humanitarian, political and philosophical empathy, Dark Side of the Moon is one of the most startling and bizarre laser light shows of all time!
Recommended for adult audiences.
Themes: Hits by Pink Floyd
Style: Laser Light Music Show
11:00AM - Black Holes
Produced in collaboration with NASA and NOVA, this cutting-edge full-dome production showcases immersive galactic events while exploring the science behind black holes. Narrated by Liam Neeson.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Black holes, astrophysics, supernovae.
Style: Fulldome film followed by live star talk.
12:30PM - We Are Stars
This gorgeously animated fulldome show explores our explosive origins. Learn how hydrogen and carbon formed the building blocks of life. With fun characters and visuals, it's a great show for youngsters.
Recommended for younger audiences.
Themes: Stars, element formation.
Style: Fulldome animated film followed by star talk.
2:00PM - Tucson Sky & Beyond
Take a relaxing look at the night sky as we give you a guided tour of the stars, planets, constellations and current astronomical events above Tucson. This live star talk is constantly changing!
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Stars, planets, constellations, mythology.
Style: Live night sky presentation.
3:30PM - Expedition Reef
Expedition Reef show reveals in exquisite detail the breathtaking beauty and biodiversity of coral reefs—and the scientists taking action to restore them.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Sea, Climate, Biology
Style: Fulldome documentary followed by live presentation
12:30PM - Black Holes
Produced in collaboration with NASA and NOVA, this cutting-edge full-dome production showcases immersive galactic events while exploring the science behind black holes. Narrated by Liam Neeson.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Black holes, astrophysics, supernovae.
Style: Fulldome film followed by live star talk.
2:00PM - Big Astronomy
In Big Astronomy: People, Places, Discoveries, journey to three world-class observatories in Chile’s rugged Andes Mountains and arid Atacama Desert.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: astronomy, telescopes, James Webb
Style: Fulldome film followed by short talk about James Webb
3:30PM - Touring the Solar System
Zoom away from planet Earth and take a live guided tour through the Solar System! We'll stop by each of the rocky planets, the asteroid belt, and the gas giants pointing out interesting facts along the way.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Planets, space exploration.
Style: Live presentation.
12:30PM- The Sun, Our Living Star
The Sun has shone on our world for four and a half billion years. The light that warms our skin today has been felt by every person who has ever lived. It is our nearest star and our planet’s powerhouse, the source of the energy that drives our winds, our weather and all life.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Sun, stars, observatories
Style: Fulldome film followed by short talk about the sun
3:00PM - Black Holes
Produced in collaboration with NASA and NOVA, this cutting-edge full-dome production showcases immersive galactic events while exploring the science behind black holes. Narrated by Liam Neeson.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Black holes, astrophysics, supernovae.
Style: Fulldome film followed by live star talk.
4:00PM - Expedition Reef
Expedition Reef show reveals in exquisite detail the breathtaking beauty and biodiversity of coral reefs—and the scientists taking action to restore them.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Sea, Climate, Biology
Style: Fulldome documentary followed by live presentation
12:30PM - Perfect Little Planet
Discover our solar system through a new set of eyes – a family on vacation from another star system! Featuring fun characters and animations, this show is an engaging journey through the fascinating planets of our solar system.
Recommended for younger audiences.
Themes: Planetary science, solar system.
Style: Fulldome animated film with live star talk.
2:00PM - Big Astronomy
In Big Astronomy: People, Places, Discoveries, journey to three world-class observatories in Chile’s rugged Andes Mountains and arid Atacama Desert.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: astronomy, telescopes, James Webb
Style: Fulldome film followed by short talk about James Webb
3:30PM - Tucson Sky & Beyond
Take a relaxing look at the night sky as we give you a guided tour of the stars, planets, constellations and current astronomical events above Tucson. This live star talk is constantly changing!
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Stars, planets, constellations, mythology.
Style: Live night sky presentation.
12:30PM- The Sun, Our Living Star
The Sun has shone on our world for four and a half billion years. The light that warms our skin today has been felt by every person who has ever lived. It is our nearest star and our planet’s powerhouse, the source of the energy that drives our winds, our weather and all life.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Sun, stars, observatories
Style: Fulldome film followed by short talk about the sun
2:00PM - Expedition Reef
Expedition Reef show reveals in exquisite detail the breathtaking beauty and biodiversity of coral reefs—and the scientists taking action to restore them.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Sea, Climate, Biology
Style: Fulldome documentary followed by live presentation
3:30PM - Touring the Solar System
Zoom away from planet Earth and take a live guided tour through the Solar System! We'll stop by each of the rocky planets, the asteroid belt, and the gas giants pointing out interesting facts along the way.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Planets, space exploration.
Style: Live presentation.
11:00AM - Black Holes
Produced in collaboration with NASA and NOVA, this cutting-edge full-dome production showcases immersive galactic events while exploring the science behind black holes. Narrated by Liam Neeson.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Black holes, astrophysics, supernovae.
Style: Fulldome film followed by live star talk.
12:30PM - Perfect Little Planet
Discover our solar system through a new set of eyes – a family on vacation from another star system! Featuring fun characters and animations, this show is an engaging journey through the fascinating planets of our solar system.
Recommended for younger audiences.
Themes: Planetary science, solar system.
Style: Fulldome animated film with live star talk.
2:00PM - Expedition Reef
Expedition Reef show reveals in exquisite detail the breathtaking beauty and biodiversity of coral reefs—and the scientists taking action to restore them.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Sea, Climate, Biology
Style: Fulldome documentary followed by live presentation
3:30PM - Tucson Sky & Beyond
Take a relaxing look at the night sky as we give you a guided tour of the stars, planets, constellations and current astronomical events above Tucson. This live star talk is constantly changing!
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Stars, planets, constellations, mythology.
Style: Live night sky presentation.
11:00AM - Black Holes
Produced in collaboration with NASA and NOVA, this cutting-edge full-dome production showcases immersive galactic events while exploring the science behind black holes. Narrated by Liam Neeson.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Black holes, astrophysics, supernovae.
Style: Fulldome film followed by live star talk.
12:30PM - We Are Stars
This gorgeously animated fulldome show explores our explosive origins. Learn how hydrogen and carbon formed the building blocks of life. With fun characters and visuals, it's a great show for youngsters.
Recommended for younger audiences.
Themes: Stars, element formation.
Style: Fulldome animated film followed by star talk.
2:00PM - Expedition Reef
Expedition Reef show reveals in exquisite detail the breathtaking beauty and biodiversity of coral reefs—and the scientists taking action to restore them.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Sea, Climate, Biology
Style: Fulldome documentary followed by live presentation
3:30PM - Touring the Solar System
Zoom away from planet Earth and take a live guided tour through the Solar System! We'll stop by each of the rocky planets, the asteroid belt, and the gas giants pointing out interesting facts along the way.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Planets, space exploration.
Style: Live presentation.
12:30PM - We Are Stars
This gorgeously animated fulldome show explores our explosive origins. Learn how hydrogen and carbon formed the building blocks of life. With fun characters and visuals, it's a great show for youngsters.
Recommended for younger audiences.
Themes: Stars, element formation.
Style: Fulldome animated film followed by star talk.
2:00PM - Big Astronomy
In Big Astronomy: People, Places, Discoveries, journey to three world-class observatories in Chile’s rugged Andes Mountains and arid Atacama Desert.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: astronomy, telescopes, James Webb
Style: Fulldome film followed by short talk about James Webb
3:30PM - 5000 Eyes
DESI's 5000 independently operated robots can measure the light from thousands of galaxies at once. Join us as we explore the science, instrument, and people behind this global endeavor.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: astronomy, telescopes, James Webb
Style: Fulldome film followed by short talk about James Webb Space Telescope
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12:30PM - The Sun, Our Living Star
The Sun has shone on our world for four and a half billion years. The light that warms our skin today has been felt by every person who has ever lived. It is our nearest star and our planet’s powerhouse, the source of the energy that drives our winds, our weather and all life.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Sun, stars, observatories
Style: Fulldome film followed by short talk about the sun
2:00PM - 5000 Eyes
In Big Astronomy: People, Places, Discoveries, journey to three world-class observatories in Chile’s rugged Andes Mountains and arid Atacama Desert.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: astronomy, telescopes, James Webb
Style: Fulldome film followed by short talk about James Webb
3:30PM - Expedition Reef
Expedition Reef show reveals in exquisite detail the breathtaking beauty and biodiversity of coral reefs—and the scientists taking action to restore them.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Sea, Climate, Biology
Style: Fulldome documentary followed by live presentation
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12:30PM - Perfect Little Planet
Discover our solar system through a new set of eyes – a family on vacation from another star system! Featuring fun characters and animations, this show is an engaging journey through the fascinating planets of our solar system.
Recommended for younger audiences.
Themes: Planetary science, solar system.
Style: Fulldome animated film with live star talk.
2:00PM - Big Astronomy
In Big Astronomy: People, Places, Discoveries, journey to three world-class observatories in Chile’s rugged Andes Mountains and arid Atacama Desert.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: astronomy, telescopes, James Webb
Style: Fulldome film followed by short talk about James Webb
3:30PM - Tucson Sky & Beyond
Take a relaxing look at the night sky as we give you a guided tour of the stars, planets, constellations and current astronomical events above Tucson. This live star talk is constantly changing!
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Stars, planets, constellations, mythology.
Style: Live night sky presentation.
12:30PM- The Sun, Our Living Star
The Sun has shone on our world for four and a half billion years. The light that warms our skin today has been felt by every person who has ever lived. It is our nearest star and our planet’s powerhouse, the source of the energy that drives our winds, our weather and all life.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Sun, stars, observatories
Style: Fulldome film followed by short talk about the sun
2:00PM - Expedition Reef
Expedition Reef show reveals in exquisite detail the breathtaking beauty and biodiversity of coral reefs—and the scientists taking action to restore them.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Sea, Climate, Biology
Style: Fulldome documentary followed by live presentation
3:30PM - Touring the Solar System
Zoom away from planet Earth and take a live guided tour through the Solar System! We'll stop by each of the rocky planets, the asteroid belt, and the gas giants pointing out interesting facts along the way.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Planets, space exploration.
Style: Live presentation.
11:00AM - Black Holes
Produced in collaboration with NASA and NOVA, this cutting-edge full-dome production showcases immersive galactic events while exploring the science behind black holes. Narrated by Liam Neeson.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Black holes, astrophysics, supernovae.
Style: Fulldome film followed by live star talk.
12:30PM - Perfect Little Planet
Discover our solar system through a new set of eyes – a family on vacation from another star system! Featuring fun characters and animations, this show is an engaging journey through the fascinating planets of our solar system.
Recommended for younger audiences.
Themes: Planetary science, solar system.
Style: Fulldome animated film with live star talk.
2:00PM - Expedition Reef
Expedition Reef show reveals in exquisite detail the breathtaking beauty and biodiversity of coral reefs—and the scientists taking action to restore them.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Sea, Climate, Biology
Style: Fulldome documentary followed by live presentation
3:30PM - Tucson Sky & Beyond
Take a relaxing look at the night sky as we give you a guided tour of the stars, planets, constellations and current astronomical events above Tucson. This live star talk is constantly changing!
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Stars, planets, constellations, mythology.
Style: Live night sky presentation.
11:00AM - Black Holes
Produced in collaboration with NASA and NOVA, this cutting-edge full-dome production showcases immersive galactic events while exploring the science behind black holes. Narrated by Liam Neeson.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Black holes, astrophysics, supernovae.
Style: Fulldome film followed by live star talk.
12:30PM - We Are Stars
This gorgeously animated fulldome show explores our explosive origins. Learn how hydrogen and carbon formed the building blocks of life. With fun characters and visuals, it's a great show for youngsters.
Recommended for younger audiences.
Themes: Stars, element formation.
Style: Fulldome animated film followed by star talk.
2:00PM - Expedition Reef
Expedition Reef show reveals in exquisite detail the breathtaking beauty and biodiversity of coral reefs—and the scientists taking action to restore them.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Sea, Climate, Biology
Style: Fulldome documentary followed by live presentation
3:30PM - Touring the Solar System
Zoom away from planet Earth and take a live guided tour through the Solar System! We'll stop by each of the rocky planets, the asteroid belt, and the gas giants pointing out interesting facts along the way.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Planets, space exploration.
Style: Live presentation.
12:30PM - We Are Stars
This gorgeously animated fulldome show explores our explosive origins. Learn how hydrogen and carbon formed the building blocks of life. With fun characters and visuals, it's a great show for youngsters.
Recommended for younger audiences.
Themes: Stars, element formation.
Style: Fulldome animated film followed by star talk.
2:00PM - Big Astronomy
In Big Astronomy: People, Places, Discoveries, journey to three world-class observatories in Chile’s rugged Andes Mountains and arid Atacama Desert.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: astronomy, telescopes, James Webb
Style: Fulldome film followed by short talk about James Webb
3:30PM - 5000 Eyes
DESI's 5000 independently operated robots can measure the light from thousands of galaxies at once. Join us as we explore the science, instrument, and people behind this global endeavor.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: astronomy, telescopes, James Webb
Style: Fulldome film followed by short talk about James Webb Space Telescope
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12:30PM - The Sun, Our Living Star
The Sun has shone on our world for four and a half billion years. The light that warms our skin today has been felt by every person who has ever lived. It is our nearest star and our planet’s powerhouse, the source of the energy that drives our winds, our weather and all life.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Sun, stars, observatories
Style: Fulldome film followed by short talk about the sun
2:00PM - 5000 Eyes
In Big Astronomy: People, Places, Discoveries, journey to three world-class observatories in Chile’s rugged Andes Mountains and arid Atacama Desert.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: astronomy, telescopes, James Webb
Style: Fulldome film followed by short talk about James Webb
3:30PM - Expedition Reef
Expedition Reef show reveals in exquisite detail the breathtaking beauty and biodiversity of coral reefs—and the scientists taking action to restore them.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Sea, Climate, Biology
Style: Fulldome documentary followed by live presentation
BUY TICKETS
12:30PM - Perfect Little Planet
Discover our solar system through a new set of eyes – a family on vacation from another star system! Featuring fun characters and animations, this show is an engaging journey through the fascinating planets of our solar system.
Recommended for younger audiences.
Themes: Planetary science, solar system.
Style: Fulldome animated film with live star talk.
2:00PM - Big Astronomy
In Big Astronomy: People, Places, Discoveries, journey to three world-class observatories in Chile’s rugged Andes Mountains and arid Atacama Desert.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: astronomy, telescopes, James Webb
Style: Fulldome film followed by short talk about James Webb
3:30PM - Tucson Sky & Beyond
Take a relaxing look at the night sky as we give you a guided tour of the stars, planets, constellations and current astronomical events above Tucson. This live star talk is constantly changing!
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Stars, planets, constellations, mythology.
Style: Live night sky presentation.
2:00PM - Expedition Reef
Expedition Reef show reveals in exquisite detail the breathtaking beauty and biodiversity of coral reefs—and the scientists taking action to restore them.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Sea, Climate, Biology
Style: Fulldome documentary followed by live presentation
3:30PM - Touring the Solar System
Zoom away from planet Earth and take a live guided tour through the Solar System! We'll stop by each of the rocky planets, the asteroid belt, and the gas giants pointing out interesting facts along the way.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Planets, space exploration.
Style: Live presentation.