Planetarium Nights

Name: Planetarium Nights
Start: 2025-01-23T18:00:00-06:00
End: 2025-01-23T20:00:00-06:00
Location: Emerald Coast Science Center

Schedule

Thu Jan 23 2025 at 06:00 pm to 08:00 pm

UTC-06:00

Location

Emerald Coast Science Center | Fort Walton Beach, FL

**Due to a scheduling conflict, this planetarium will be held on the 4th Thursday of the month instead of the 3rd.**
Did you know that Astronomy is the oldest form of science? At this Planetarium Night, you’ll travel back in time to learn how to navigate the way our ancestors did–by using the Sun, the Moon, the stars, and the planets. You'll learn some nifty tricks from the vikings, what secrets the Moon's shape can tell us, and which constellations are the easiest to spot up in the night sky. And Earth is not the only planet that we need to navigate–you’ll also learn how to find your way around Mars, too. After this planetarium show, you'll never get lost again!
Our Planetarium is an inflatable dome. Guests sit on cushions on the floor of the planetarium to view the show. Space is limited; purchasing tickets in advance is highly recommended for this reason. On Planetarium Night, please arrive at least 10 minutes before your scheduled showing. In case of no-shows/late shows: reserved spots will be released at show time to make space for the next party.
Shows begin at 6 and 7 pm and last approximately 45 minutes.
Don't miss the preshow, included with your reservation! Our planetarium preshow begins at 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. During this, your family can discover and learn about various space explorations, space facts, and more from our local experts at the Northwest Florida Astronomy Association.
Seating is limited and very popular. We encourage purchasing your tickets in advance, as this is a first come, first served event. Please call 850-664-1261, stop by the Science Center, or use our online ticketing option to purchase your tickets.
Our planetarium is sponsored by FPL
Pricing:
Nonmember: $12 Adult | $12 Senior | $12 Child
Members: Free for active members
Cancellation & Refund Policy:
Cancellations made 48 hours or more in advance of the event date will incur a 10% administrative fee. Cancellations made within 48 hours of the event will incur a 30% administrative fee. Guests who do not attend the event will not receive a refund after the event has occurred.