05/29/2026
Congratulations to Clark Planetarium on receiving two prestigious honors from the Giant Screen Cinema Association!
At this year’s GSCA awards, Clark Planetarium was recognized with:
- Best Film Launch for Lost Wolves of Yellowstone
- Best Big Idea for the Find Your Wild Campaign
These awards celebrate the creativity, innovation, and passion our team brings to inspiring curiosity, exploration, and connection to the natural world through giant-screen storytelling and immersive experiences.
Thank you to our incredible staff, partners, supporters, and guests who continue to make bold ideas possible. The adventure is just getting started.
05/27/2026
On Tuesday, June 9, we’ll announce the four astronauts who will orbit Earth aboard the NASA Artemis III mission!
Watch our live event at 11 a.m. EDT (1500 UTC) to learn about the crew and their mission to test rendezvous and docking capabilities between Orion and commercial human landing systems — a critical step needed to deliver astronauts to the surface of the Moon. https://www.nasa.gov/news-release/nasa-to-announce-artemis-iii-crew-provide-mission-progress-update/
05/21/2026
Join us for a hands-on model rocket building class at Wheeler Farm!
3...2...1... Lift off!
Join Clark Planetarium on May 26, 2026 from 6:30-8:30 PM for our first-ever Rocket Lab! This is an exciting, hands-on experience designed just for adults.
Explore the world of model rocketry as you learn the science behind past and present space achievements. Then put your knowledge into action by building your very own model rocket and preparing it for launch! Whether you are a lifelong space enthusiast or just looking for a unique night out, Rocket Lab is your chance to learn, create, and experience the thrill of liftoff.
All materials are included and participants will take home their rocket.
Learn more and register at:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rocket-lab-an-introductory-model-rocket-field-course-tickets-1988864184314?aff=cpweb
05/18/2026
Join us to discuss Contact by Carl Sagan at Clark Planetarium, this Thursday, May 21 from 6:30 - 8:00 PM! We'll start with a brief exploration of real-world astrobiology and the search for intelligent extraterrestrial life, followed by a broad discussion of the themes in the book.
Register at:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sci-fi-book-club-contact-tickets-1987863401947?aff=affiliate1
05/14/2026
Are you ready to see how it's done? 🎆 Join us as HUNTR/X and the Saja Boys take over the Hansen Dome Theatre! Bring friends and family to strengthen the honmoon as you sing along, surrounded by vibrant lights! 🌟 Perfect for fans and newcomers alike, don't miss your chance to experience the music of K-Pop Demon Hunters in a whole new dimension. 💫
Get tickets today! 🎟️ clarkplanetarium.org/dome
05/01/2026
Are you ready to hit rewind? ⏪ Join us every weekend starting May 1st for Decades; presented by: LASER MAESTRO! 👽📼 Enjoy songs from each ten-year span going back to the 80s. Tickets are on sale now! 🎟️ Don't miss the opening show Friday at 8:15 in our Dome Theatre.
🎬 Click here for tickets: tickets.clarkplanetarium.org/WebStore/Shop/ViewItems.aspx?CG=11&C=435