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
All Ages, 45 mins
2 PM SHOWTIME
SM&NC Members: $8/seat
Non-Members: $12/seat + Daily Admission
7 PM FRIDAY & SATURDAY 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: Evening 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
All Ages, 45 mins
2 PM SHOWTIME
SM&NC Members: $8/seat
Non-Members: $12/seat + Daily Admission
7 PM FRIDAY & SATURDAY 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: Evening 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: The Zodiac
Adults Only, 1 Hour
SM&NC Members: $25/seat
Non-Members: $30/seat
Guest Planetarium presenter Lydia Maria returns to guide us on a unique celestial journey beneath our Planetarium dome. Explore the science, history and mythology of the Zodiac constellations; ancient celestial markers that track Earth’s motion and the paths of the planets. Discover how these star patterns shaped early astronomy, guided observers through the ages, and continue to fascinate us today.
Laser Shows & Audio-Visual Journeys
Immersive Laser Light & Concert Experiences
WHAT TO EXPECT: Step inside and be dazzled by a high-definition fusion of music, color and motion. Precision-engineered laser and/or visual 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 Observatory access before the show at 8 PM for a look at the night sky, weather permitting.
Laser Taylor Swift
Ages: Teens & Up, 45 mins
SM&NC Members: $12/seat
Non-Members: $15/seat
An electrifying mix of Taylor Swift fan-favorite hits, reimagined through a dynamic laser show that transforms the planetarium dome into a fully immersive visual concert.
Please Note: Tickets to this show include Observatory access before the show at 8 PM for a look at the night sky.
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
Preview the Trailer | 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
Preview the Trailer | 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.
Sunstruck
Ages 8+, 45 mins
SM&NC Members: $8/seat
Non-Members: $12/seat + Daily Admission
Preview the Trailer | Travel back to the beginning of time to experience the birth of the Sun. Discover how our solar system's star came to support life, how it threatens life as we know it, and how its energy will one day fade away.
Habitat Earth
Ages 8+, 45 mins
SM&NC Members: $8/seat
Non-Members: $12/seat + Daily Admission
Preview the Trailer | 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.
Mars: The Ultimate Voyage
Ages 8+, 45 mins
SM&NC Members: $8/seat
Non-Members: $12/seat + Daily Admission
Preview the Trailer | 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.
Mars: The Ultimate Voyage is an original Bell Museum Production funded by NASA Teams Engaging Affiliated Museums and Informal Institutions (TEAM II) Award 80NSSC20M0028
Two Small Pieces of Glass
Ages 8+, 45 mins
SM&NC Members: $8/seat
Non-Members: $12/seat
Preview the Trailer | Discover the history of telescopes from a small, modified children's spyglass used by Galileo to the launch of NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope, and what the future of astronomy holds.
Coming Soon
A sneak peek at next season's new shows
COMING SOON: Fractals
Ages: Teens & Up, 45 mins
SM&NC Members: $12/seat
Non-Members: $15/seat
Explore the infinite beauty of mathematical patterns. Immersive, hypnotic and unexpectedly emotional, Fractals is a sweeping audiovisual journey into infinity.
Please Note: Tickets to this show include Observatory access — either before the show at 7 pm, or after at 9 pm — for a look at the night sky.
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.
Sorry, there are no programs of this type scheduled at this time.
