A Space Adventure for Every Explorer
Step inside Vancouver’s Space Centre for live planetarium shows, hands-on exhibits, and unforgettable cosmic experiences.
Planetarium
Exhibits
Upcoming Events
International Observe the Moon Night
An evening of Astrophotography, Skywatching and marveling at our beautiful celestial neighbour! Pay What You Can!
Sky Stories, Space Futures – Workshop 1: Reclaiming Sky Stories
Explore the significance of Indigenous sky knowledge through storytelling, oral traditions, research, and teaching. Participants are invited to reflect on Indigenous relationships with the night sky and their continuing connections to astronomy and contemporary space science.
Space Camp Saturday September: Pulsars
Join us for our monthly Space Camp Saturday on September 26.
Cosmic Nights – Origins: Birth of the Universe (19+)
Come with us on the ultimate journey tracing back to our beginnings! Listen to the story of how everything came into being, from plants to planets.
Gentlemen Hecklers: Plan 9 from Outer Space
Watch Plan 9 from Outer Space with live commentary from Gentlemen Hecklers for an evening of laughs, fun, and endless entertainment.
Pay What You Can
On the first Sunday of the month, visit the Space Centre for Pay What You Can entry!
Admissions
Buy tickets online or at the front desk
Daytime visits
- Planetarium Star Theatre show (45 min)
- Live science demo (20 min)
- Gallery access (Cosmic Courtyard)
Observatory visits
- CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
- By donation
- Wednesdays and Fridays
- 7:00pm–10:30pm, weather permitting
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Family (up to 5, max 2 adults)
$85.35+tax
Adult (19-54)
$27.50+tax
Child (5-11)
$19.60+tax
Youth (12-18)
$25.50+tax
Senior (55+)
$25.50+tax
Under 5
Free with paying adult
11:00 AM | Indigenous Astronomy
This film features Indigenous perspectives of astronomy, space, time, and navigation that have been inspiring minds for millennia. Three short films include stories about seeking Thunderbird and finding patterns in Celestial Canoe and Wayfinders. Ideal for younger audiences, but accessible to all of us living under 'One Sky' on planet Earth.
12:00 PM | EXO: Are We Alone?
Humankind has always sought to understand the mysteries of the Universe and speculated about the possibility of extraterrestrial life. Today we know of thousands of exoplanets planets located outside our Solar System that offer valuable information about our own planet, its origins and life on Earth. We're on the cusp of making some fascinating discoveries. But how will they change our lives?
1:00 PM | Surfing The Solar System
See the solar system as you’ve never seen it before – leave Earth behind to tour some of the most intriguing destinations in our solar system and find out more about some of the latest discoveries about our neighbouring planets. You will even have a chance to see Earth from the perspective of astronauts on the International Space Station.
2:00 PM | Dreams of the Stars: One Sky Project
This collection of three short films made for the One Sky Project features Greek, Indian, and Japanese perspectives of astronomy, history, and mythology and how different cultures looking up into the night sky see different stories in the stars and new ways to study them. The Forge of Artemis in ancient Greece, Japanese Samurai, and 18th century India showcase examples of how all cultures mapped the stars, planets and observed the passages of time under One Sky.
3:00 PM | EXO: Are We Alone?
Humankind has always sought to understand the mysteries of the Universe and speculated about the possibility of extraterrestrial life. Today we know of thousands of exoplanets planets located outside our Solar System that offer valuable information about our own planet, its origins and life on Earth. We're on the cusp of making some fascinating discoveries. But how will they change our lives?
4:00 PM | Messengers of Time and Space
A new age of astronomy is just about to start that will allow researchers to capture exploding stars, colliding black holes and other cosmic cataclysms in real time. Messengers of Time and Space is designed to illuminate the imminent revolution in astronomy driven by time-domain and multi-messenger observations.This immersive experience invites audiences to explore the dynamic cosmos and witness the transformative impact of real-time data on our understanding of the Universe.
Make an impact
Help us continue to spark curiosity and serve our community through space science education.
Memberships
Unlock a year of discovery, imagination, and hands-on fun with a Space Centre membership. Your membership pays for itself in just three visits!
Gift Admission
Share the wonder of space! Gift admissions or memberships to inspire someone’s cosmic curiosity
Educational & Group Experiences
We are a vital hub for STEM learning, offering an immersive experience that goes beyond a traditional museum visit. Through our state-of-the-art planetarium, live demonstrations, and interactive exhibits, we transform complex scientific concepts into engaging, hands-on lessons. We are a place where people of all ages can be inspired by the wonders of the universe and discover how space technology impacts our lives on Earth.
School Field Trips
Bring curriculum to life with workshops, demos, and planetarium shows aligned with BC’s science standards.
Offsite Experiences
Let us bring the universe to you. We offer both in-person and virtual programs for schools and community groups.
Shows & Exhibits
Explore our gallery, live demo and planetarium. Visit the Observatory on Wednesday & Friday evenings!
Venue Rentals
Host your next event in a truly unique space. We offer rentals for weddings, performances, and corporate gatherings.
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