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Space Fest: Star Party
Friday | February 16, 2024 | 7:30 pm–9:00 pm
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Recommended for all ages
Celebrate the Solar Big Year as we kick off the Bell Museum’s sixth annual Space Fest with a special star party! Since it’s still just a bit chilly outside, it won’t be a good time for telescope observing. Instead, join us inside the Bell Museum where we’ll have hands-on activities and a short planetarium show where you can experience the Sun from a whole new perspective.
Planetarium show: The Incredible Sun
Show times: 7:40, 8:10, 8:40 pm
Registration is requested to receive updates regarding this event through Eventbrite.
FAQs
What is a Star Party?
A Star Party is an evening of astronomical celebration, exploration, and fun. At a Star Party, you’ll find hands-on activities and demonstrations from Bell educators and community partners throughout the museum. If there are clear skies, you will be able to look through high-powered telescopes at astronomical objects. Additionally, there are typically free planetarium shows that are offered on a first-come-first-serve basis. Oftentimes, Star Parties have special themes or topics.
What time should I be there?
There is no official “start” to the party—you can drop in anytime during the window of time listed above.
Will there be planetarium shows?
Yes, these planetarium shows are free and offered on a first-come-first-serve basis. This month’s show is The Incredible Sun.
PLEASE NOTE: Your EventBrite registration is not a planetarium show ticket. You can retrieve a planetarium ticket from the front desk at the Star Party.
Is the event weather dependent?
The event is rain or shine, however, the telescopes are not. If there is rain, cloudy skies, or low temperatures, there will not be telescopes outside—but there will be plenty to see inside the museum!
Will this event also be offered virtually?
This event is only offered in-person and not virtually. If you are looking for virtual astronomy content, you can check out some of our pre-recorded Virtual Star Parties on our YouTube channel!
Minnesota’s Astronomy Classroom is generously supported by WEM Foundation