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Nature Rising

Step into the Box and celebrate nature stories from around Bristol.

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The Story of Stars 3D

Board the UK's only 3D planetarium to discover the winter night sky!

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The Ever-Changing Sky 3D

Board the UK's only 3D planetarium to discover the spring night sky!

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Space Explorers 2D (Under 6s)

Blast off into space and explore the planets as we train you to become a fully qualified Space Explorer!

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Planetarium Nights: The Ever-Changing Sky 3D

Travel to distant worlds in our night-time tour of the universe. Before the show grab a drink from the bar and enjoy the Space Gallery.

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Toddler Takeover - Creature Capers

Our special event just for little ones. Join us to celebrate all creatures great and small in this Spring inspired extravaganza.

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Relaxed Mornings

For a calmer, less busy experience of the venue.

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Pitchblack Playback

Hear albums with the Planetarium immersive sound system, in the dark.

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James Hood's Mesmerica

An immersive audio-visual experience held in the Planetarium.

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Community Climate Action

Have you ever felt anxious about the future of our planet? If you have, you’re not alone!

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The story of Project What If

In May 2021, we reopened our doors with Project What If - the first major science centre exhibition in the UK all about the curiosity of a city.

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Seasonal Stargazing 2D or 3D

Join our live planetarium presenter on a journey around the seasonal night sky inside the UK's only 3D Planetarium.