PUBLIC Shows
Our shows last approximately 45-60 minutes. 

In-Person shows in our dome: All shows are free and open to the public, but reservations are required. 15-20 minute introduction simulating what's up in the sky tonight and/or discussion of a topic relevant to the film, then we play one of our 20-40 minute full dome feature films and answer your burning questions! After the show, our telescope assistants invite you to the rooftop telescope for live viewing of the night sky, weather permitting. Check out our Plan Your Visit page for information about parking and accessibility. All visitors must follow WVU Safety GuidelinesIf you have any questions or concerns please email planetarium@mail.wvu.edu.

Virtual presentations on Zoom: All you need is an internet connection and the Zoom platform! Register to get your personalized zoom link and then tune in on the date/time of the event. If you have any questions or concerns about accessing Zoom, please email planetarium@mail.wvu.edu.

All shows are free and open to the public, but registration is required via the links below. If you need to cancel your reservation, please let do so on the Eventbrite page so we may open remaining seats to others. Doors open approximately 15 minutes before the show. Please note that we aim to start each presentation promptly on time. Once the show starts and the doors are closed, we do not permit additional guests to enter for both safety concerns and to not interrupt the show in progress. Thank you for your understanding. 



Date Show and Intended Audience Time Registration
March 3 "Dawn of the Space Age"
7:00-8:00 PM
March 3 "The Dark Matter Mystery"
8:00-9:00pm

March 31 Children's show - "Earth, Moon, Sun"
Learn why the Sun rises and sets, examine the Moon’s orbit, craters, phases and eclipses, and explore past and future space travel to the Moon and beyond with the help of Coyote, an amusing character adapted from Native American oral traditions, who has many misconceptions about Earth and its neighbors.
7:00-8:00 PM Register Here
March 31 "Stars of the Pharaohs"
Travel to ancient Egypt to see how science was used to tell time, make a workable calendar, and align buildings. You’ll learn about the connection the ancient Egyptians felt with the stars and various astronomical phenomena.
8:00-9:00 PM
April 14 Children's Show - "We are Guardians" ** NEW SHOW ** 7:00-8:00 PM
April 14 "Dynamic Earth" 8:00-9:00 PM

Past Shows


Date Show and Intended Audience Time
October 6th (THURSDAY) Children's Show - "Secrets of Gravity" ( Trailer)
7:00-8:00pm
October 6th (THURSDAY) "Einstein's Gravity Playlist" ( Information
8:00-9:00pm 
October 28th Children's Show - "Accidental Astronauts" ( Trailer
7:00-8:00pm
October 28th "Black Holes"
8:00-9:00pm
November 11th "Ultimate Universe" 
7:00-8:00pm
November 11th "Stars: Powerhouses of the Universe"
8:00-9:00pm
November 18th Children's Show - "Earth, Moon & Sun" ( Trailer)
7:00-8:00pm
November 18th  "Drifting North - Into the Polar Night" (NEW!) 
8:00-9:00pm
December 2nd Children's Show - "Oasis in Space"       
7:00-8:00pm
December 2nd "Drifting North - The Arctic Pulse" (NEW!)  8:00-9:00pm        
December 15th Vandalia Trio's Holiday Benefit Concert supporting WVU Medicine Children's Hospital.
7:30-9:00pm
December 16th Holiday Show: "Season of Light" 6:00-7:00pm
December 16th Holiday Show: "Season of Light" 7:00-8:00pm
December 16th Holiday Show: "Season of Light"  8:00-9:00pm
January 20 
Children's Show - "Secrets of Gravity" (Trailer)
7:00-8:00pm
January 20 
"Einstein's Gravity Playlist" 
8:00-9:00pm
February 3 Children's Show - "Earth's Wild Ride"
7:00-8:00pm
February 3 "Dynamic Earth"
8:00-9:00pm
February 17 Children's Show - "Oasis in Space"
7:00-8:00pm
February 17 "From Earth to the Universe"
8:00-9:00pm