Family Astronomy: Discovering the Whole New Worlds of Exoplanets
Schedule
Sat Jan 03 2026 at 06:00 pm to 08:00 pm
UTC-08:00Location
10000 Skyline Blvd, Oakland, CA, United States, California 94619 | Oakland, CA
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$15 Youth, $25 Adults, Members get $5 off per ticket!Chabot Space & Science Center’s Family Astronomy Series invites families with children ages 6–12 to explore the wonders of the universe together! Each evening program features an engaging presentation in Chabot’s Planetarium followed by hands-on activities and opportunities to make discoveries together. Each event includes complimentary hot cocoa and snacks.
Celebrate the holiday season with a fun and engaging family astronomy workshop designed for curious minds! Dive into the wonders of exoplanets – distant, mysterious worlds beyond our solar system. Learn how scientists detect planets orbiting other stars and imagine what life might be like on these faraway worlds. Through interactive activities, kids and adults alike will imagine what it might be like to stand on one of these strange new worlds. This engaging experience is perfect for curious families and budding space explorers.
The evening wraps up with public telescope viewing, including special access to Chabot’s historic telescopes, led by our Galaxy Explorers. Warm up with hot chocolate and snacks during this cosmic adventure.
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Please note: program admission does not include after-hours museum access. Be sure to wear layers for the Observatory’s cool nighttime conditions.
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