Stardome Observatory & Planetarium
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Quiet Hour returns at Stardome. This session offers a low-sensory environment tailored to accommodate individuals with autism or sensory and neurodiversity needs.
We modify both our planetarium and broader gallery spaces to provide a gentler sensory experience, including:
- A guided … View moreQuiet Hour returns at Stardome. This session offers a low-sensory environment tailored to accommodate individuals with autism or sensory and neurodiversity needs.
We modify both our planetarium and broader gallery spaces to provide a gentler sensory experience, including:
- A guided planetarium session exploring the night sky, led by a presenter
- Reduced volume levels
- Soft ambient lighting, with planetarium doors remaining open throughout the show
- A breakout space
Spaces are also strictly limited to 20 visitors per session.
Adults $10, Children/Students/Seniors $8. Carers go free when attending with a visitor with a disability. All ages welcome.
If you have any additional accessibility requirements or questions, please contact Stardome directly.
Book at www.stardome.org.nz...
Sounds of the Ocean is an award-winning immersive experience that invites you and your family to the heart of the deep blue sea. In a society burdened with stress, this transformative project offers calm and rest. It is an invitation to forge a deep connection with the enchanting life that dwells … View moreSounds of the Ocean is an award-winning immersive experience that invites you and your family to the heart of the deep blue sea. In a society burdened with stress, this transformative project offers calm and rest. It is an invitation to forge a deep connection with the enchanting life that dwells beneath the waves. The experience combines sounds of whales and dolphins with music, immersive visual art, dance, and ocean imagery to guide the audience on a mindful underwater odyssey.
Presented as part of World Oceans Week, an official UN Ocean Decade Activity. All ticket sales support the Sustainable Coastlines charity here in Aotearoa New Zealand.
Screening for two days only: 5 Jun 6.30pm, 6 Jun 6pm. All tickets just $5!
Book now: www.stardome.org.nz...
Following four years of sell-out runs, Stardome’s annual Matariki celebrations return for 2024.
From the comfort of your planetarium seat, you’ll embark on a journey to ngā whetū (the stars) and beyond to uncover the purākau (stories) and significance of the Māori New Year.
Matariki -… View moreFollowing four years of sell-out runs, Stardome’s annual Matariki celebrations return for 2024.
From the comfort of your planetarium seat, you’ll embark on a journey to ngā whetū (the stars) and beyond to uncover the purākau (stories) and significance of the Māori New Year.
Matariki - Ngā Whetū o te Tau Hou is perfect for those looking to celebrate Matariki, get a taster of Māori astronomy and the Maramataka, as well as admire the beauty of our night sky.
Ngā mihi o Matariki, te tau hou Māori.
Bookings essential. Book at www.stardome.org.nz...
Recommended ages 11 +
Stardome is delighted to announce that the Zeiss telescope will reopen from Friday 12 April 2024 for public viewings.
Viewings through the Zeiss telescope are on Friday and Saturday nights, weather permitting.
On a clear night you can expect to see four or five deep-space objects, … View moreStardome is delighted to announce that the Zeiss telescope will reopen from Friday 12 April 2024 for public viewings.
Viewings through the Zeiss telescope are on Friday and Saturday nights, weather permitting.
On a clear night you can expect to see four or five deep-space objects, accompanied by engaging commentary from one of our team of astronomy experts. An unforgettable experience for ages 14 years and over.
Sessions run for approximately 1 hour.
If your visit is unable to go ahead due to weather conditions our team will contact you to arrange an alternative time.
Maximum capacity 10 people, bookings essential.
www.stardome.org.nz...
Sci-Fi at Stardome is back for 2024!
Back by popular demand, Sci-fi at Stardome returns in March for its biggest season yet.
Each fortnight, we'll be screening an iconic sci-fi film against the night sky inside our planetarium. Plus, every ticket includes free popcorn!
We've … View moreSci-Fi at Stardome is back for 2024!
Back by popular demand, Sci-fi at Stardome returns in March for its biggest season yet.
Each fortnight, we'll be screening an iconic sci-fi film against the night sky inside our planetarium. Plus, every ticket includes free popcorn!
We've listed the first nine films of our 2024 Sci-fi at Stardome season, with more to come in the second half of the year.
Bookings essential, strictly limited seats. Tickets $15 adults, $12 child/student/senior. Please see individual film title for age ratings.
Wheelchair accessible (please let us know at the time of booking). Carers go free when accompanying a visitor with a disability.
Book now: www.stardome.org.nz... or phone 09 624 1246.
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