The Sky Tonight
Embark on a captivating tour of the night sky as seen from our area, featuring visible planets, bright stars, seasonal constellations, periodic comets, upcoming rocket launches, and more!
2026 may start with long, cold nights and early sunsets, but don’t let it get you down! January is the best time to enjoy some of the clearest air of the year and the brightest stars in our night-time skies, including the brightest of all: Sirius.
In February, Saturn is easy to spot low in the western sky at sunset, with its rings once again visible as our perspective shifts. Jupiter shines brighter and higher overhead. We’ll help you find them both on crisp winter evenings.
In March, look up and find Venus, which is rapidly catching up to us as it speeds around the Sun. It will be far brighter than the brightest star, standing out in clear skies. Sometimes it’s even mistaken for a UFO! Have you been fooled before?
Recommended for ages 8+; 60-minute live and interactive show. Advance ticket purchase is encouraged.
*Please note the following changes to the planetarium show schedule:
- Additional shows will be offered between Monday, February 16 and Friday, February 20 at 11:30am as part of School’s Out, Stars Are In (SOSI), with the exception of Tuesday, February 17.
- The Sky Tonight will not be offered on Saturday, February 28 during Lunar New Year.
- Additional shows will be offered between Monday, March 30 and Friday, April 3 at 11:30am as part of School’s Out, Stars Are In (SOSI).
