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Dome Shows 4th April - 30th June

On weekdays (Tuesday-Friday) we run one show per day:

Weekends and Bank Holidays:

  • Full programme of Dome Shows

Astronaut George

Toddler Dome Show

10:30
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Perfect Little Planet

Family Dome Show

11:00
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Our Solar System

Live Family Dome Show

12:00
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Look Up

Live Dome Show

13:00
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We are Stars

Dome Show

14:00
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Magic Globe

Family Dome Show

15:00
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Passport to the Universe

Dome Show

16:00
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Relaxed Dome Shows

In a relaxed dome show loud noises and music will be turned down with reduced audience numbers.

We run them on the last Sunday of every month at 11am.

Perfect Little Planet

Relaxed Family Dome Show

Last Sunday of the month
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Observatory Tours

Book in for our Legendary Telescopes Tours.
Tours last approx. 90 mins.
Tour start times: 13:00 and 15:00 in May and June, 12:30 and 14:30 in July and August

Dates:
– 3rd June
– Every other Saturday in July and August, and the Bank Holiday on Monday 28th August.

We also offer bespoke tours as well as group bookings: contact us for dates and costs if you would like to organise a tour for your group or family.

Legendary Telescope Tour

Observatory Tour

Various Dates
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Gold Tour

Bespoke tour of the Observatory and Planetarium with a chance of using our historic telescopes.

£400.00
Arranged upon request

Pink Floyd's The Dark Side of the Moon 50th Anniversary Special

50th Anniversary special

All dates SOLD OUT – please keep an eye on our social media for additional times and dates

Pink Floyd’s iconic album “The Dark Side of the Moon” is 50 this year having sold 50 million copies since its launch in 1973. To celebrate the anniversary join us in the dome for a brand-new fulldome music experience and listen to the album set to stunning 360° visuals of our Solar System and beyond.

 

Pink Floyd Music Show

Music Dome Show

Various Dates
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Little Astronomers

Transport your Little Astronomers into the exciting world of science. Join us for our toddler dome show, Astronaut George, followed by hands-on activities and explore our state of the art sensory room.

30th June @10am – SOLD OUT

This session is suitable for children under 5 years old.

Little Astronomers

Toddler Session

26th May & 30th June
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This Month in Astronomy: Director's Cut

Join the Director of the Armagh Observatory and Planetarium, Professor Michael Burton, for a live planetarium show where he discusses the latest in astronomy.

9 June (2pm): The Planets of our Solar System

8 Sept (1pm): Moons, Asteroids and Comets

6 Oct (1pm): Star Formation

3 Nov (1pm): Star Death

1 Dec (1pm): Galaxies – Cities of stars

Director's Cut

Dome Show

13:00
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Dome Shows 1st July - 30th August

Our Summer dome show programme runs Tuesday to Sunday in July and August.

We are also open on Monday Bank Holidays.

20% discount if you book two or more dome shows.

Pre-booking is advised to avoid disappointment.

Astronaut George

Family Dome Show

10:30
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Perfect Little Planet

Family Dome Show

11:00
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Our Solar System

Live Family Dome Show

12:00
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Look Up! A Night Sky Tour

Live Dome Show

13:00
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Did An Asteroid Really Kill the Dinosaurs?

Dome Show

14:00
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Accidental Astronauts

Family Dome Show

15:00
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Solar Superstorms

Dome Show

16:00
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Summer Events

We have a wide range of summer events throughout July and August.

Please click ‘Book Now’ to find out more information, prices and times.

20% discount applied if you book a dome show.

Jurassic Arc

Interactive Workshop

4th - 9th July
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Bricks 4 Kidz

Lego bricks Workshop

11th - 16th July
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Planet Roar

Live Dinosaur Show

18th - 23rd July
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The Ultimate Bubble Show

Live Science Show

26th & 27th July
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Bakineering in Space with Andrew Smyth

Live Science Show

3rd August
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The Science of Dragons with Scientific Sue

Live Science Show

15th - 17th August
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