Family Planetarium Show with Astronomy Q&A
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Enjoy a guided tour of the current night sky, travel to the International Space Station, handle a famous meteorite from outer space, and learn about the return to the Moon (next year) and preparations to land astronauts on Mars (in four years time!).
You'll see what life is like for astronauts in space, get a close-up look at their living quarters, and you may even see some shooting stars along the way!
You’ll then be taken on a thrilling ride through the Solar System, where you'll see what our neighbouring planets look like and learn about the incredible forces that shape our Universe.
The Family Planetarium Show with Astronomy Q&A is the perfect way to spend quality time with your loved ones while also learning about the wonders of the Universe. Aimed at ages 7 and older, it's guaranteed to leave everyone with a sense of wonder and awe!
PLEASE NOTE :
⦿ Audiences sit on foam flooring and adults may wish to bring a cushion. All children age 12 and younger must be accompanied by an adult, and babies in arms go free.
⦿ The planetarium is dark when displaying the night sky, and the dome fan is a little loud during entry and exit.
⦿ Moving 360° imagery may cause motion sickness. Close your eyes / look away and it will pass.
⦿ Due to the size of the venue and the snug fit of the dome, it's unfortunately not possible to accommodate wheelchair users at this event [yet our events at Aerospace Bristol are wheelchair accessible].
Age restrictions: 7+
| Adult (adults and children age 12+) | £9 |
| Child (children age 11 and younger) | £7 |
| Senior Citizen | £7 |
| Student (please bring ID) | £7 |
| Concession (registered disabled, registered carers, and NHS workers) | £7 |
| Family group (2 adults / 2 children) | £29 |
| Family Group (1 adult / 3 children) | £27 |
| Home education assoc. group (2 adults / 2 children) (please bring ID) | £27 |
| Home education assoc. group (1 adult / 3 children) (please bring ID) | £25 |
What people are saying
Aug 2024
A great experience, we had lots of opportunities to ask questions about space, planets, astronaut...
Aug 2024
Mario was fantastic in his hosting of the event. He was very knowledgeable and interesting. The w...
How to get there
Facilities
- Family friendly
- Parking
- Toilets
- Refreshments available
On the day
- Audiences sit on foam flooring and adults may wish to bring a cushion
- All children age 12 and younger must be accompanied by an adult
- Please arrive at least 5min before the start of the show, to allow time for adults to take off their shoes, and a brief introduction
- PLEASE NOTE: due to the dimensions of the room and snug fit of the dome, it's unfortunately not possible to accommodate wheelchair users [yet our events at Aerospace Bristol are wheelchair accessible]
Changes happen, don't worry
You'll be hosted by
Dome Club Planetarium
Our colourful inflatable dome, located in the beautiful 45 acre garden at Arnos Vale, is home to immersive educational events and 360° planetarium shows!
Enjoy guided tours of the night sky, journey across the Solar System, and handle a famous meteorite from outer space. Ask any astronomy question you wish and have it answered with spellbinding visuals on the dome. This summer we also turn our planetarium into an aquarium!
A great day out at Arnos Vale Victorian Garden Cemetery (BS4 3EW), where you can also enjoy self-guided walks, a coffee shop and a gift shop.
Home Education groups: please contact us to arrange bespoke sessions.
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Mario Di Maggio
Mario has over two decades experience with digital domes and planetariums, both fixed and mobile. He launched and managed the UK`s first purpose-built digital planetarium (Thinktank Science Museum, Birmingham, 2005-2013); as well as the Glasgow Planetarium, then the UK`s most expensive planetarium (2001-2004). Mario has worked as a consultant for the Guinness Book of World Records Macao Planetarium (China, 2004-2008) and the Peter Harrison Planetarium (London, 2005). Additional planetarium experience includes We The Curious (Bristol, 2000) and Armagh Planetarium (Northern Ireland, 2000-2001). Before that, Mario established and managed one of South Africa's first interactive science centre networks (KwaZuzulwazi in Durban, 1992-1999), as well as a 'simulated' planetarium at the Durban Natural Science Museum (1998-1999). Currently Mario is the owner and director Dome Club Ltd, also trading as Immersive Theatres (schools outreach).
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