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Discover the Night Sky

Last Thursday of each month

Discover the wonders of the universe with astronomer Dr Tanya Hill.

Explore a feature of Melbourne’s night sky each month, stargaze through telescopes (weather permitting) guided by a fantastic team of amateur astronomers, put your questions forward for a lively Q&A and catch up on the latest astronomical news.

Be prepared to discover a grand appreciation for the awe-inspiring cosmos that we live in. The Planetarium’s galaxy bar will open from 7pm, serving drinks and light snacks.

Stargazing

Stargazing with telescopes is available anytime from 7pm to 9:30pm, weather permitting. 

dozens of people reclining in chairs looking up at a giant projection of the moon
The planetarium audience getting up close and personal on the 50th anniversary of the Moon Landing in 2019. / Source: Museums Victoria / Photo: Love Bree Photography

Tickets

Adult $35

Senior $33

Concession $33

Member $30

Date & Time

Last Thursday of each month

Thursday 28 August

Thursday 25 September

Thursday 30 October

Thursday 27 November 

7:30 to 8:30pm & 9 to 10pm

(Doors open at 7pm)

PROGRAM

28 August – September’s Lunar Eclipse: everything you need to know

25 September – Saturn returns: a closer look at the ringed planet

30 October – James Webb Space Telescope: three years of science observations

27 November – A tour of the night sky’s brightest stars

ACCESSIBILITY

A social story for Melbourne Planetarium is available.

Please view our accessibility page for general information. Contact our team on 13 11 02 or email us at [email protected] to discuss how we can support your visit.