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 with telescopes is available anytime from 7pm to 9:30pm, weather permitting.
Adult $35
Senior $33
Concession $33
Member $30
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)
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
A social story for Melbourne Planetarium is available.
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