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102 astronomy Events Found

Apr 23

Take Your Child To Work Day at the NJ State Museum 2026

The New Jersey State Museum hosts NJ State employees for Take Your Child to Work Day featuring multiple planetarium shows: 12:00 PM - The Great Solar System Adventure (grades 2-6), 1:00 PM - We Are Guardians about climate monitoring satellites (grades 4+), 2:00 PM - Messengers of Time and Space about observatories (grades 6+), 3:00 PM - One World, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure Sesame Street show (grades 2 and younger). Each show is 50 minutes long. Arrive 10-15 minutes early. Reserved for NJ State employees in Trenton area only. Request tickets for one showtime only.
New Jersey State Museum
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4/23/26
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Apr 23

Take Your Child To Work Day at the NJ State Museum 2026

Multiple planetarium shows throughout the day: 12:00 PM - The Great Solar System Adventure (grades 2-6), 1:00 PM - We Are Guardians (grades 4+), 2:00 PM - Messengers of Time and Space (grades 6+), 3:00 PM - One World, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure (grades 2 and younger). Event runs from 12:00 PM to 3:45 PM EDT.
NJ State Museum
Free admission
4/23/26
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Apr 23

Take Your Child To Work Day at the NJ State Museum 2026

Special event for NJ State employees featuring multiple planetarium shows: 12:00 PM - The Great Solar System Adventure (grades 2-6), 1:00 PM - We Are Guardians about satellites and climate change (grades 4+), 2:00 PM - Messengers of Time and Space about observatories (grades 6+), 3:00 PM - One World, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure Sesame Street show (grades 2 and younger). Each show is approximately 50 minutes long. Arrive 10-15 minutes early. Reserved for New Jersey State employees working in the Trenton area only.
New Jersey State Museum
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4/23/26
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Apr 25

Laser Light Show: Prince 10-Year Anniversary

Special 10-Year Anniversary Laser Light Show featuring Prince music with vivid laser visuals, dynamic music, and dazzling special effects in America's second-largest planetarium. Includes a 10-minute live star show by an astronomer before the laser show. Gates open at 5:30pm, theatre doors open at 6:10pm.
Saunders Planetarium & Digital Dome Theatre at MOSI
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4/25/26
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Apr 25

Laser Light Show: Prince 10-Year Anniversary

Special 10-Year Anniversary Laser Light Show featuring Prince music with vivid laser visuals, dynamic music, and dazzling special effects in America's second-largest planetarium. Includes a 10-minute live star show by an astronomer before the laser show. Gates open at 5:30pm, theatre doors open at 8:00pm.
Saunders Planetarium & Digital Dome Theatre at MOSI
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4/25/26
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Apr 26

Starlight Gala

Join us for an inspiring evening under the stars to benefit Chabot Space & Science Center. Celebrate 25 years of discovery and innovation on Skyline Boulevard and fuel exciting new opportunities for the next generation of explorers. Formal invitation and event details to follow. Transforming curiosity into opportunity.
Chabot Space & Science Center
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4/26/26
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Apr 29

Community Stargazing

Upcoming stargazing event from 8:15PM - 9:30PM. Use telescopes to observe the night sky! McAuliffe Center staff are available to answer your questions about telescopes and our Universe. Weather-dependent event.
May Hall, Framingham State University
Free
4/29/26
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Apr 29

Community Stargazing

Upcoming stargazing event from 8:15PM - 9:30PM. Use telescopes to observe the night sky with McAuliffe Center staff available to answer questions.
May Hall, Framingham State University
Free
4/29/26
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Apr 30

After Hours: Orbital

A COSM Studios Production narrated by Ronald J Garan Jr. This is an after-hours planetarium show at the Dorrance DOME. ADA seating is available by calling 602.716.2000.
Arizona Science Center - Dorrance DOME
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4/30/26
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May 1

After Hours: Orbital

A COSM Studios Production narrated by Ronald J Garan Jr. This is a planetarium show at the Dorrance DOME featuring orbital content. ADA seating available by calling 602.716.2000. Some dates feature special Astronomy Family Night events.
Arizona Science Center - Dorrance DOME
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5/1/26
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May 2

Big Science Celebration

The ultimate celebration of science and discovery! The Big Science Celebration (BSC) is a free, outdoor event featuring over 100 exhibitor stations filled with hands-on science activities hosted by STEAM professionals, researchers, and experts from Central Ohio and beyond. Held on the Scioto Peninsula surrounding COSI, this high-energy event also includes live performances, food trucks, and fun for all ages. Whether you're a science enthusiast or just curious, there's something here for everyone. Rain or shine event. COSI will be open but requires separate admission.
COSI (Center of Science and Industry)
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5/2/26
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May 2

Science & Technology Festival Giant Expo

A FREE full-day science and technology expo featuring robotics demonstrations, live animals, giant fossils from Nevada, hands-on activities and experiments, interactive demonstrations including Star Wars-themed shows, Energy Smart theater show, off-axis trampoline show, and science experiments. The festival awards $1,000 to the CCSD school that brings the most students and family members. Features over 50 exhibitors including museums, universities, STEM organizations, and technology companies.
World Market Center
FREE Admission
5/2/26
Sourced: https://scifest.vegas/expo 01-20-2026
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May 2

2026 Lower Shore STEM Festival

The 2nd Lower Shore STEM Festival is a morning of discovery and innovation featuring hands-on activities and engaging exhibits. Open to all ages, the festival offers opportunities to explore Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics through interactive experiences including robotics, astronomy, and aviation. The event aims to ignite curiosity and foster a love of STEM in a fun, interactive environment. Presented by TidalHealth with support from Choptank Electric Cooperative.
Salisbury University
Free admission
5/2/26
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May 2

Penguins+Pajamas Sleepovers - May 1, 2026

Overnight sleepover experience at the California Academy of Sciences for ages 4-17 with adults 18+. Includes exhibit exploration after hours, private planetarium show, overnight stay in exhibit area, rainforest access, milk and cookies, breakfast, secure parking, and next-day admission. Starts at 6 PM and continues until 8 AM the following morning.
California Academy of Sciences
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5/2/26
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May 3

Great Astronomical Discoveries - Arkansas Radio Theatre

Radio theatre production about an 1835 newspaper hoax where reporters claim to see peculiar life forms on the moon. Features ensemble cast including Charlie Randall, Madison Mertens, Alyssa Purifory, Taylor Wright and Grace Webb. Directed by Siddalee Malone. Also airs May 9. Archived broadcasts available at blogs.atu.edu/radiotheatre. Recordings made available to visually impaired through Arkansas Information Reading Service.
KXRJ 91.9 FM / Arkansas Tech University
Free
5/3/26
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May 4

Science at the Saunders

Science @ the Saunders is an exciting new event series hosted in MOSI's state-of-the-art Saunders Planetarium. This ongoing program invites guests to explore the universe through captivating research talks, immersive star tours, and engaging Q&A sessions. Each session focuses on a unique topic in science, from exoplanets and black holes to star formation and cosmic phenomena. Guests will begin with a guided star tour under our digital dome, followed by a short presentation by a guest speaker. The evening wraps up with an open Q&A. Schedule: 15 min star tour, 20 min research talk, 10 min Q&A. Duration: 1 hour (5:45PM - 7:30PM). Topic TBD.
MOSI - Saunders Planetarium & Digital Dome Theatre
Free
5/4/26
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May 13

Steps into Nature Presents: Let the Sky Be Dark!

Too much light at night is not healthy for humans, plants, or animals, which is why it's called light pollution. We'll learn why it's a problem and what we can do about it, and we'll use our hands to...
Lansdowne Public Library
Free
5/13/26
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May 14

Night Owl Star Party

Come to our Night Owl Star Party at one of the premier dark-sky sites in the East! The focus of this event is firmly on the nightly observing, providing an opportunity to share the wonders of the night sky. During this event, campus will be treated as a dark site after sun down, and only red lights will be permitted. Registration is limited to 100 guests and covers Thursday afternoon through Monday morning. Camping, water, shower/toilet access included. Meal plan available separately. Located at 4300 feet elevation in the National Radio Quiet Zone. Perfect for experienced astronomers and astrophotographers seeking exceptional dark sky conditions.
Spruce Knob Mountain Center
$70.00 - Adult R...
5/14/26
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May 15

Homeschool Explorations: Marshmallow Astronaut

What happens to our bodies in the vacuum of outer space? Explore what happens to our bodies without a space suit, then engineer a model space suit capable of protecting a miniature 'astronaut'. Class is currently full - call to be added to waitlist.
Mobius
$16.00 - per stu...
5/15/26
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May 15

Homeschool Explorations: Marshmallow Astronaut

What happens to our bodies in the vacuum of outer space? Explore what happens to our bodies without a space suit, then engineer a model space suit capable of protecting a miniature 'astronaut'. Suggested Ages: 5 years and up. CLASS FULL - call to be added to waitlist.
Mobius Discovery Center
$16.00 - $16 per...
5/15/26
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May 16

Penguins+Pajamas Sleepovers - May 15, 2026

Overnight sleepover experience at the California Academy of Sciences for ages 4-17 with adults 18+. Includes exhibit exploration after hours, private planetarium show, overnight stay in exhibit area, rainforest access, milk and cookies, breakfast, secure parking, and next-day admission. Starts at 6 PM and continues until 8 AM the following morning.
California Academy of Sciences
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5/16/26
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May 16

Park After Dark - Stargazing Hike

Discover the beauty of Hunting Island after the sun goes down with this special after-hours hike. A ranger will guide you on the Nature Center Scenic Trail to Boneyard Beach where you'll enjoy a dark sky perfect for stargazing. What to bring: Bug Spray, Comfortable Walking Shoes, Water. Meeting Place: Nature Center.
Hunting Island State Park Nature Center
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5/16/26
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May 17

Catron Camp & Retreat Center - Girl Scout Camp

Located near the apple orchards of Nebraska City, Catron Camp sits on 107 lush acres with a spacious lodge, craft/nature center, and Sky Camp at Trails End featuring eight elevated tree houses. The camp offers positions in archery, astronomy, general counseling, high/low ropes course, hiking, horseback riding, nature, outdoor adventure, overnight camping, science, scouting, wildlife, and youth work. Staff typically work Sunday night to Friday evening with 2 hours daily time off and weekends off from Friday night to Sunday afternoon.
Catron Camp & Retreat Center
Free
5/17/26
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May 21

Navigating by the Stars

Join Bishop Museum Planetarium educators and Hōkūleʻa navigator Kaʻiulani Murphy for an introduction to the night sky and celestial navigation, featuring the Hawaiian star line most prominent that month. Check-in begins at 6:30 p.m., doors open at 6:45 p.m. No late seating after 7:00 p.m. Evening parking is $5.
J. Watumull Planetarium
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5/21/26
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May 22

Family Camp - Memorial Day

Arrival: 4pm Fri, May 22, 2026 | Departure: 12pm Mon May 25, 2026. Bring friends and family for a weekend at Camp Hancock. Enjoy OMSI hospitality, outdoor exploration and more as you soak in Oregon's incredible high desert. Fill your days with activities led by OMSI instructors; fill your evenings with astronomy and family fun around the campfire.
Camp Hancock
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5/22/26
Sourced: https://omsi.edu/camps 02-08-2026
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