Planetarium Shows
◆ Please read "What to Expect" for each of our 3 Planetarium Show formats to understand and anticipate the details of each experience.
◆ All participants age 3+ require a ticketed seat. Toddlers 2 & under may attend free if seated on a lap.
◆ Please arrive at the Astronomy Center Lunar Lobby at least 15-20 minutes before showtime with your e-tickets ready to scan
◆ Doors close promptly at showtime and will not be re-opened for latecomers*.
◆ Please note: Planetarium shows may feel overwhelming for some visitors. The immersive dome environment—bright lights, dynamic sound, and large-scale motion—can be intense for sensitive viewers. *You may exit the Planetarium during the show, but will not be permitted re-entry.
◆ Questions? Reach our Lunar Lobby at astronomy@stamfordmuseum.org or 203.803.4567
Live Planetarium Shows
Narrated Explorations Through Space
WHAT TO EXPECT: The classic Planetarium experience. These Astronomer-led planetarium shows take you on a journey through space with a focus on the night sky, constellations, our solar system, and other space objects in brilliant, high-definition resolution.
Stamford Skies
Our Signature LIVE Planetarium Show
Showtimes through January
◆ Sat & Sun at 1 PM
◆ Wed, Thu, Fri at 3 PM
◆ Friday Evenings at 7 PM
New Showtimes Beginning in February
◆ Sat, Sun, Wed, Thu, Fri at 2 PM
◆ Friday Evenings at 7 PM
All Ages, 45 mins
1, 2 & 3 PM SHOWS
SM&NC Members: $8/seat
Non-Members: $12/seat + Daily Admission
7 PM FRIDAY NIGHTS
SM&NC Members: $12/seat
Non-Members: $15/seat
Our signature, ever-evolving, interactive astronomer-led live show — shaped by real-time celestial events and guided by audience questions. Take a tour through our galaxy as our astronomers answer anything you’ve ever wondered about the universe.
Please Note: Friday Night Tickets to this show include access to our Observatory at 8 PM after the show for a look at the night sky, weather permitting.
Stamford Skies
Our Signature LIVE Planetarium Show
Showtimes through January
◆ Sat & Sun at 1 PM
◆ Wed, Thu, Fri at 3 PM
◆ Friday Evenings at 7 PM
New Showtimes Beginning in February
◆ Sat, Sun, Wed, Thu, Fri at 2 PM
◆ Friday Evenings at 7 PM
All Ages, 45 mins
1, 2 & 3 PM SHOWS
SM&NC Members: $8/seat
Non-Members: $12/seat + Daily Admission
7 PM FRIDAY NIGHTS
SM&NC Members: $12/seat
Non-Members: $15/seat
Our signature, ever-evolving, interactive astronomer-led live show — shaped by real-time celestial events and guided by audience questions. Take a tour through our galaxy as our astronomers answer anything you’ve ever wondered about the universe.
Please Note: Friday Night Tickets to this show include access to our Observatory at 8 PM after the show for a look at the night sky, weather permitting.
Nights Out: Romance Under the Stars
Adults Only, 1 Hour
SM&NC Members: $20/seat
Non-Members: $25/seat
Celebrate love in all its star-crossed forms during a special live planetarium presentation led by SM&NC Director of Astronomy, Charlie Eder and guest storyteller, Lydia Maria, who has traditionally presented Romance Under the Stars at the AMNH's iconic Hayden Planetarium — now in Connecticut for the first time.
Over the course of one enchanting hour, Charlie and Lydia will guide you through the night sky, trading off as they point out celestial features and share love-themed constellation stories drawn from cultures around the world. From ancient myths to timeless tales written in the stars, this immersive experience blends astronomy and storytelling beneath the dome.
Celebratory bubbly and nibbles will be served at this celestial kick-off to Valentine's Day weekend.
Laser Shows
Immersive Laser Light Experience
WHAT TO EXPECT: Step inside and be dazzled by a high-definition fusion of music, color and motion. Precision-engineered laser effects sweep across the Planetarium in a mesmerizing display that surrounds you from every angle—an unforgettable multi-sensory experience.
Dark Side of The Moon
Ages: Teens & Up, 45 mins
SM&NC Members: $12/seat
Non-Members: $15/seat
A transcendent fusion of Pink Floyd’s legendary Dark Side of the Moon with choreographed full-dome laser design. Immerse yourself in a 45-minute journey of sound and light as the album's timeless themes unfold in a cascade of color and motion for a mesmerizing audiovisual journey unlike any other.
Please Note: Tickets to this show include access to our Observatory before the show at 8 PM for a look at the night sky, weather permitting.
FullDome Cinematic Shows
Breathtaking 360° Experiences
WHAT TO EXPECT: An advanced cinematic format that envelops viewers in seamless, 360° visuals for a truly immersive "Sphere-like" experience. These shows blend ultra-high-resolution digital projection with spatial sound to create an omnidirectional panoramic storytelling environment that’s both educational and transportive.
One World, One Sky
All Ages, 45 mins
SM&NC Members: $8/seat
Non-Members: $12/seat + Daily Admission
Sesame Street's Elmo, Big Bird, and their friend Hu Hu Zhu teach the audience about the sun, stars, and the big dipper. They help us discover that no matter where we live, we all see the same sky.
Magic Globe
Ages 5+, 45 mins
SM&NC Members: $8/seat
Non-Members: $12/seat + Daily Admission
Explore the science of the seasons! A young girl discovers a piece of astronomical machinery and learns the importance of the earth’s tilt and the seasons it causes.
Natural Selection
Concluding its run at the end of January
Ages 8+, 45 mins
SM&NC Members: $8/seat
Non-Members: $12/seat + Daily Admission
Experience the thrill of a scientific discovery, the adventure of science and the beauty of nature. Celebrate the groundbreaking work of Charles Darwin in this special show marking the 150th anniversary of On the Origin of Species and the 200th anniversary of his birth. Join Darwin on his defining voyage upon the HMS Beagle to the Galapagos Islands, and witness the power of evolution as life adapts, survives and thrives.
Messengers of Time & Space
Concluding its run at the end of January
Ages 8+, 45 mins
SM&NC Members: $8/seat
Non-Members: $12/seat + Daily Admission
Explore the many ways we measure the universe and the diverse “messengers” we use to collect data. Journey across the globe to visit cutting-edge ground-based observatories, including Gemini, LIGO, and the Vera C. Rubin Observatory — a flagship U.S. ground‑based observatory and one of the newest and most advanced astronomical facilities in the world. Audiences will learn how information can reach us through messengers like cosmic rays, elusive particles called neutrinos, and even gravitational waves rippling through the Universe.
Mars: The Ultimate Voyage
Ages 8+, 45 mins
SM&NC Members: $8/seat
Non-Members: $12/seat + Daily Admission
This immersive look at humanity’s first mission to Mars reveals the high-stakes challenges of deep-space travel, the risks astronauts must overcome, and the ingenious solutions scientists are developing to keep future explorers safe as we push toward a new frontier.
Coming Soon
Register NOW for new shows starting in February!
Stellar Women in Astronomy
Ages 8+, 45 mins
SM&NC Members: $8/seat
Non-Members: $12/seat + Daily Admission
Discover the inspiring journeys of trailblazing women scientists and how their groundbreaking work reshaped our understanding of the universe. From early pioneers who cataloged stars and mapped cosmic patterns to modern innovators like Vera Rubin, Jocelyn Bell Burnell, and Katherine Johnson—whose work revealed dark matter, uncovered pulsars, and helped put humans in space—this show highlights the triumphs, challenges, and lasting impact of women in the field.
Forward! To the Moon
Ages 8+, 45 mins
SM&NC Members: $8/seat
Non-Members: $12/seat + Daily Admission
Step into NASA’s Artemis program, a bold new era of lunar exploration aimed at returning humans to the Moon and building a sustainable, long-term presence there. This immersive show explores how Artemis will land the first woman and person of color on the lunar surface, test cutting-edge technologies, and pave the way for future missions deeper into space—while reflecting on the Apollo missions of the 1960s and ’70s that first landed us there.
Habitat Earth
Ages 8+, 45 mins
SM&NC Members: $8/seat
Non-Members: $12/seat
Take an immersive journey through the interconnected systems that make life on our planet possible. From the depths of the oceans to vast forests and dynamic ecosystems, this stunning planetarium experience explores how Earth’s natural processes are deeply connected—and how humans are part of that delicate balance. Discover what it truly means to be connected to nature and why protecting our one shared home matters now more than ever.
Special Showtimes
Off-Schedule & Vacation Day Planetarium Shows
On most school vacation days, we offer additional Planetarium showtimes beyond our regular schedule to support families looking for meaningful ways to spend time together when kids are off from school. These immersive programs are designed as shared experiences for children and adults, together.
Planetarium shows are not drop-off programs and require adult participation—children must be accompanied by a supervising adult for the duration of the show.
