“The Sky Tonight” Planetarium Shows

Held the first Wednesday of every month at 7:00 p.m. in the Fleet Science Center’s Space Theater, “The Sky Tonight” presents the sky in San Diego as it appears on the night of the planetarium show as well as special topics in astronomy.

Upcoming Show Topics in 2008

May 7: Planets Beyond the Solar System
June 4: The Constellations of Summer
July 2: Supernovae, Neutron Stars & Black Holes
Aug 6: Comets & Meteor Showers
Sep 3: The Constellations of Fall
Oct 1: Are We Alone? The Search for ET
Nov 5: Dark Matter, Dark Energy & The Fate of the Universe
Dec 3: The Constellations of Winter

Tickets to the planetarium show are limited and often sell out. Members may make advance reservations by calling (619) 238-1233 ext. 810. It is recommended that all others arrive at the Science Center by 6:30 p.m. to purchase tickets. Tickets for “The Sky Tonight” include admission to the Exhibit Galleries.

This Month's Astronomy Calendar: May [66.6KB]

Weather and operational requirements permitting, the San Diego Astronomy Association provides free telescope viewing outdoors following each planetarium show. This is a separate free event--planetarium show tickets are not required.

For more information, please call (619) 238-1233 ext. 808.
Members may make advance reservations by calling (619) 238-1233 ext. 810.

Due to the darkness required in the theater and the sophisticated nature of the material presented, The Sky Tonight show is not recommended for children 5 years and under.

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