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The Planetarium offers live stargazing and immersive video on our 360 degree dome screen. Using state-of-the-art technology and a 60-ft.

The Planetarium offers live stargazing and pre-recorded programs to the public, school groups, and UT Arlington students all year round. dome screen; the Planetarium is an immersive space theater facility with endless capabilities. Our shows are one-hour long and consist of ~30-minutes of stargazing of tonight’s night sky presented by a space scientist, and another ~30-minutes pre-recorded program. YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/utaplanetarium
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06/15/2026

🌌 One of the best nights of the year to experience our galaxy is almost here.

With the New Moon on June 15, moonlight won’t interfere with the night sky, creating ideal conditions to observe the brilliant heart of the Milky Way Galaxy.

The Milky Way’s galactic core, packed with countless stars, nebulae, and cosmic dust, will be at its most prominent and photogenic during this dark-sky window.

If you’ve ever wanted to see the Milky Way stretching across the sky with your own eyes, this is one of the best opportunities of the year.

✨ Look south after 11:00 PM local time from a dark location away from city lights. For the best viewing experience, allow your eyes 30–60 minutes to adjust to the darkness and avoid bright screens or flashlights whenever possible.

06/12/2026

🌌 Saturdays are for exploring the universe.

Join us at the UTA Planetarium on June 13th for an evening of immersive journeys through space, science, music, and discovery. Whether you’re visiting for the first time or returning for another adventure beneath the dome, there’s a show waiting for you.

🎟️ Tickets and show details available through the link in our bio.

06/09/2026

✨ Two worlds. One incredible view.

On the evenings of June 8–9, skywatchers will have a chance to see one of the year’s most eye-catching planetary pairings as Venus and Jupiter appear just 1.6° apart in the constellation Gemini.

As the two brightest planets in our night sky draw unusually close together, they’ll fit comfortably within the same binocular field of view, creating a stunning sight for observers of all experience levels. While they aren’t actually close in space, their alignment from our perspective on Earth makes for a beautiful celestial encounter.

🌟 Best viewed shortly after sunset toward the western horizon.

🔭 No telescope required, but binoculars will make the view even more impressive.

06/05/2026

✨ This Saturday, the universe is calling.

From a journey across our solar system to the mysteries of supermassive black holes, this weekend’s lineup at the UTA Planetarium has something for every explorer. Whether you’re bringing the family for an afternoon adventure, diving into cosmic science, or ending the night with the legendary sounds of Dark Side of the Moon under a dome of stars, we’ve got your ticket to the cosmos.

🪐 Saturday Showtimes
⭐ One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure — 1:00 PM
☀️ Beyond the Sun — 2:00 PM
🕳️ Supermassive Black Holes: Uncovering the Invisible — 6:00 PM
🌙 Pink Floyd: Dark Side of the Moon — 7:00 PM

Step beneath the dome, leave Earth behind, and spend your Saturday exploring the wonders of the universe.

🎟️ Tickets available through the link in our bio.

05/29/2026

🌌✨ This weekend, travel beyond Earth without ever leaving Arlington.

From a family-friendly journey through the night sky with Big Bird to an immersive voyage across the cosmos, and ending the night with the legendary Dark Side of the Moon experience, there’s a show for every kind of space explorer. 🚀🎶

🪐 Saturday, May 30
📍 UTA Planetarium

🎟 Public Shows:
1 PM — One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure
2 PM — Astronaut
6 PM — Europe to the Stars
7 PM — Pink Floyd: Dark Side of the Moon

Step under the dome, look up, and spend your Saturday among the stars. ✨

Tickets & details available through the link in bio.

05/24/2026

🌕✨ Spend your Sunday night under the stars with us at the UTA Planetarium for a special Moon Observing Event.

Take a closer look at the Moon through our telescopes and experience its craters, shadows, and surface details in a way photos simply can’t capture. Whether you’re a longtime astronomy enthusiast or just looking for a peaceful night out, this is the perfect chance to slow down, look up, and explore the night sky with us. 🔭

📍 UTA Observatory
🗓 Sunday, May 24
⏰ 9–10 PM
🎟 Free to attend
☁️ Weather permitting

Clear skies, good company, and unforgettable lunar views await. ✨

05/22/2026

Escape the ordinary and spend your Saturday exploring the universe with us ✨🌌 From cosmic adventures with Big Bird to breathtaking auroras and the mysteries of the invisible universe, tomorrow’s lineup at the UTA Planetarium has something for every space explorer.

Grab your friends, sit back under the stars, and let the universe do the storytelling 🚀💫

📍UTA Planetarium
🪐 Saturday, May 23rd
🎟️ Tickets & info: Link in bio

Which show are you most excited for? 👀

05/19/2026

A quieter kind of supermoon 🌙

This month’s lunar event was a Super New Moon, meaning the Moon reached one of its closest points to Earth while remaining nearly invisible in the night sky. While there wasn’t a bright moonrise to spot, the darker skies created ideal conditions for stargazing and viewing deep-sky objects.

If you stepped outside away from city lights, you may have noticed more stars visible than usual ✨

Fun fact
Even during a Super New Moon, the Moon is still physically closer to Earth than average — but its gravitational effects on Earth are often misunderstood and are much subtler than many people think.

Sometimes the quietest skies reveal the most.

04/24/2026

✨🌌 WEEKEND UNDER THE STARS 🌌✨

Ready to escape Earth for a few hours? 🚀 The UTA Planetarium is bringing you a full lineup of immersive shows this Saturday, April 25th—perfect for space lovers, music fans, and curious minds alike.

🪐 Show Lineup:
🌍 One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure — 1:00 PM
🌌 Experience the Aurora — 2:00 PM
🚀 Spacepark 360: Infinity — 6:00 PM
🎶 Pink Floyd: Dark Side of the Moon — 7:00 PM

From exploring the skies with Big Bird to vibing through cosmic visuals with Pink Floyd, there’s something for everyone 🌠

✨ Sit back, look up, and let the universe come to you.

🎟️ Tickets & info — link in bio
📍 UTA Planetarium

04/17/2026

✨ Weekend at the UTA Planetarium! ✨

Looking for something out of this world to do this weekend? 🚀 Join us Saturday, April 18th for a full day of immersive shows under the dome at the UTA Planetarium.

🌎 1:00 PM — One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure
🚀 2:00 PM — Secret of the Cardboard Rocket
🔴 3:00 PM — Invaders of Mars
☀️ 4:00 PM — Beyond the Sun
🌋 6:00 PM — Our Violent Planet
🌙 7:00 PM — Pink Floyd: Dark Side of the Moon

From family-friendly adventures to music and space exploration, there’s a show for everyone. Experience the universe like never before in our immersive dome theater.

🎟 Tickets available online or at the door
📍 UTA Planetarium — University of Texas at Arlington

Bring your friends, bring your curiosity, and spend your Saturday exploring the cosmos. 🌌

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700 Planetarium Pl
Arlington, TX
76019

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	12:30pm - 2:10pm
	5:30pm - 7:10pm

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+18172721183

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http://www.utaplanetarium.com/

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