On this page you can find news and updates about planetarium shows and observing events.
The Kutztown University Planetarium and Observatory are located in Grim Science Building. The KU Planetarium is located on the ground floor in Room 100 and has recently been enhanced with a full-dome digital projection system. The KU Observatory is located on the roof and is accessible via the ramp on the top floor of the building. The Observatory houses research-grade optical telescopes used for professional research as well as for public observing events
12/09/2025
By popular demand, we’ve got a surprise presentation of the “Season of Light” holiday planetarium show!
Thursday, Dec. 11 at 6:30 pm.
Doors open at 6:00 pm.
This event is FREE and open to the public. Seating is first-come, first-serve.
Come learn about Astronomy of the seasons and the solstice traditions of the Christian, Jewish, Celtic, Nordic, Roman, Irish, Mexican, and Hopi people.
more info: https://www.kutztown.edu/planetarium
12/02/2025
Join us for "Planet Nine" at the KU Planetarium!
Thursday, Dec. 4 at 6:30 pm.
Doors open at 6:00 pm.
This event is FREE and open to the public. Seating is first-come, first-serve.
more info: https://www.kutztown.edu/planetarium
11/19/2025
Join us for The Pretty COOL SPACE Movie - a new show at the KU Planetarium!
Thursday, Nov. 20 at 6:30 pm.
Doors open at 6:00 pm.
This event is FREE and open to the public. Seating is first-come-first-served.
more info: https://www.kutztown.edu/planetarium
11/05/2025
Here's the latest Ursa Minor Report newsletter, where you can read about our recent exoplanet discoveries at the Observatory and our outreach programs in the Planetarium:
https://www.kutztown.edu/Departments-Offices/M-R/Observatory-Planetarium/Documents/Ursa_Minor_Report_Archive/V7_I1.pdf
Planetarium info: https://www.kutztown.edu/planetarium
Observatory info: https://www.kutztown.edu/observatory
10/28/2025
Come see a LASER Light Show and support research at the Observatory!
Tickets: https://kutztown.universitytickets.com/?cid=245
More Info: http://www.kutztown.edu/planetarium/
03/11/2025
New this Spring! We’ve transformed our planetarium with a new advanced multiple-projector system, offering sharper and more vibrant visuals than ever before.
The planetarium will be open on March 27 and April 17 for public presentations of our newest show! Journey through the cosmos in "Legends of the Starry Realm," where ancient myths and celestial wonders collide. From the mighty gods and fearsome beasts of the night sky to the real astronomical phenomena that inspired them, this immersive experience blends thrilling storytelling with stunning visuals. Please note that "Legends of the Starry Realm" is designed for a general audience, but some scenes may be intense or frightening for certain viewers, especially young children.
For more information:
https://www.kutztown.edu/planetarium
04/05/2024
Here's some useful information if you'll be in Kutztown for the solar eclipse on Monday.
https://www.kutztown.edu/Departments-Offices/M-R/Observatory-Planetarium/Documents/Ursa_Minor_Report_Archive/V6I1.pdf
12/14/2023
We're presenting the "Season of Light" planetarium show tonight and again on Wednesday (Dec. 20). Come learn about Astronomy of the seasons and the solstice traditions of the Christian, Jewish, Celtic, Nordic, Roman, Irish, Mexican, and Hopi people.
These events are free and open to the public. Seating is first-come-first-served and doors open at 6:30pm.
10/12/2023
Planetarium Show Tonight!
Join us this evening at the Planetarium for "Eclipse: The Sun Revealed" and learn about solar eclipses; from ancient history to future events.
Thu. Oct. 12 at 7:00 p.m.
(Free and open to the public. No tickets required. Doors open at 6:30 pm. Seating is first-come-first-served.)
09/20/2023
New planetarium show tomorrow!
Thu. Sept. 21
7:00 pm (doors open at 6:30)
FREE and open to the public. No tickets required.
09/18/2023
We're Back!
We’re excited to bring The Ursa Minor Report back! You can catch up on the latest news from the Planetarium & Observatory here:
https://www.kutztown.edu/Departments-Offices/M-R/Observatory-Planetarium/Documents/Ursa_Minor_Report_Archive/V5_I1.pdf
10/26/2022
The KU Physics Club is hosting
Halloween LASER Light Shows!
Thu. Oct. 27 at 7pm & 8pm
Tickets are available here:
https://kutztown.universitytickets.com/?cid=207
Costumes are encouraged.