Activities and shows that celebrate our precious planet
Saturday, April 22nd
10:00AM to 5:00PM
1601 E University Blvd.
Saturday April 22 from 10AM-5PM
Enjoy science exhibits that reveal the marvels of Earth's lands, oceans, and place in the solar system as well as conservation themed activities like Build a Critical Zone, Craft Flowers, Make-Your-Own Reusable Bag, and more! Planetarium shows will be going on throughout the day!
Combination Admission - Activities, Exhibits, and Planetarium Show
Attendees can just visit exhibits or see a planetarium show for half the price below.
Adults: $24
Children (3-15): $16
Military: $20
Seniors (65+) :$20
College ID Holders: $16
Flandrau Members: $5
EBT Card Holders: $6*
Children 2 and under: Free
Earth Day Planetarium Shows
10:30AM - Dynamic Earth
The award-winning Dynamic Earth explores the inner workings of Earth’s climate system. Audiences will ride along on swirling ocean and wind currents, dive into the heart of a monster hurricane, come face-to-face with sharks and gigantic whales, and fly into roiling volcanoes. Narrated by Liam Neeson.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Climate, Earth Science
Style: Full dome film Followed by live presentation
1:00PM - 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 - Bugs! A Rainforest Adventure
We're sorting out the schedule for an awesome planetarium show in this time slot! Stay tuned and check back to this webpage. There will be a planetarium show at this showtime.
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Entomology, nature.
Style: IMAX show re-formatted for dome.
4:00PM - 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 happening above Tucson. This live star talk is constantly changing!
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Stars, planets, constellations, mythology.
Style: Live night sky presentation.