*Cancelled DEC 7, 2011 Due to circumstances beyond our control, The Sky Tonight Planetarium Show for December has been cancelled. As previously announced, the Reuben H Fleet Science Center is in the process of installing a state-of-the-art digital projection system that will allow the next Sky Tonight, as well as new public planetarium shows, to include incredible full-color, full-dome images we could not offer in the past. Unfortunately, the technicians need earlier access to the location of the new multiple projectors for the beginning stages of installation to go as planned for its February 2012 debut. All patrons who previously purchased tickets for the December date will be contacted, and we will have other options to announce shortly. Thank you for your understanding. |
Held the first Wednesday of every month at 7:00 and 8:15 PM in the Fleet Science Center’s Heikoff Dome 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.
For optimal viewing, tickets to the planetarium show are limited to 250 patrons. Avoid sold out shows by purchasing tickets online. Members may make advance reservations* by calling (619) 238-1233 ext. 810. Tickets for “The Sky Tonight” include a visit to the Exhibit Galleries. It is recommended that all others arrive at the Science Center by 6:30 p.m. to purchase tickets.
* Member reservations for IMAX and planetarium shows must be claimed at least 20 minutes before show time; always allow extra time for parking. Reservations not claimed 20 minutes in advance may be released for sale to the general public.
2011 Show Topics
| December 7, 2011 | We are in the process of upgrading our theater to a new state of the art system for our Planetarium Shows. During these renovations, we have decide to bring back our popular IMAX filmHUBBLE. We will be offering showings at 7 and 8:15pm. The San Diego Astronomy Association will also be set up in front of the building during these shows (weather permitting) for telescope viewings. |
| *topics are subject to change | |
PLANETARIUM SHOW TICKETS
| VISITOR | MEMBER | |
| Adults (13+) | $12.00 | $10.00 |
| Juniors (3 to 12) | $10.00 | $ 8.00 |
| Seniors (65+) | $10.00 | $ 8.00 |
Weather and operational requirements permitting, the San Diego Astronomy Association provides free telescope viewing outdoors on the Prado in Balboa Park. This is a separate free event held on the first Wednesday of every month. Planetarium show tickets are not required.
Due to the darkness required in the theater and the sophisticated nature of the material presented, planetarium shows are not recommended for children 5 years and under.
For more information, please call (619) 238-1233 ext. 808.
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The Planetary Society is the world's largest member based non-profit space interest group. Its members are from around the world (headquarters: Pasadena, CA). Visit their site for more information. http://www.planetary.org
