The Delta College Planetarium inspires exploration through entertaining Dome360 shows and events. But did you know you could take classes there, as well?
The Planetarium is located in the heart of downtown Bay City, at the beginning of historic Center Avenue. It is within walking distance to Wenonah Park, numerous restaurants, coffee houses, shops and the Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library.
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From Earth to the Universe“From Earth to the Universe” begins with a tour of the various worlds in the solar system. We then leave our home to take the audience out to the colorful birthplaces and burial grounds of stars, and still further out, beyond the Milky Way, to the unimaginable immensity of countless galaxies.
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Beyond the SunJoin Celeste and Moon on this voyage across the cosmic ocean as they search for another planet like Earth and an answer to the question: "Is there life on worlds beyond our solar system?"
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The Great Solar System AdventureJoin showman extraordinaire “The Great Schiaparelli” as he takes the audience on a death-defying space-time adventure. From the Sun-scorched surface of Mercury to the icy expanses of Pluto and beyond, prepare to be subjected to the many dangers and wonders of our Solar System.
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Dark UniverseDark Universe brings audiences to the cutting edge of cosmic exploration to reveal the breakthroughs that have led astronomers to confront two great cosmic mysteries: dark matter and dark energy.
Events
Get the best view of the fireworks from our rooftop observation deck, along with parking and special dome shows, all while supporting the educational mission of the planetarium. Includes snacks and souvenirs from the planetarium and local businesses.
Tickets go onsale on May 14 at noon and are $65/person.
July 20th marks the anniversary of the first Apollo moon landing that took place in 1969. Join us for a special showing of “Capcom GO! – The Apollo Story” followed by a short program by Planetarium Manager Mike Murray with rare footage, astronaut accounts, and fulldome imagery. Regular planetarium show admission rates apply.
Join planetarium staff, amateur astronomers and park rangers at the Dark Sky Preserve near Port Austin. Weather permitting, visitors will get to observe through telescopes and binoculars from a truly dark sky site! Backup night is Sunday, Aug 3 in case of inclement weather. This is a free event, however park entrance fees may apply.
"A great venue in the middle of the city. The 360 screen puts you right in the show!"
