Dome Shows 4th April - 30th June
On weekdays (Tuesday-Friday) we run one show per day:
- 2pm:We are Stars
Weekends and Bank Holidays:
- Full programme of Dome Shows
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.
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.
Gold Tour
Bespoke tour of the Observatory and Planetarium with a chance of using our historic telescopes.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
