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Events at Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium

Events at Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium

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Tycho Goes to Mars
Saturday, 9 May 2026, 11 - 11:35am

Tycho Goes to Mars

Our favourite cheeky dog is blasting off to discover the red planet, Mars. Tycho is in search of water to fly his steam-powered space kennel back home. But how will he find water on Mars? Produced by Melbourne Planetarium at Scienceworks, Museums Victoria. Session concludes with a virtual tour of the Brisbane night sky.

Passport to the Universe
Saturday, 9 May 2026, 12 - 12:45pm

Passport to the Universe

Get your passport for a thrilling journey through the Solar System, out of the Milky Way Galaxy and to the edge of the observable universe, returning home via a black hole. Narrated by Tom Hanks. Session concludes with a virtual tour of the Brisbane night sky. Passport to the Universe was developed by the American Museum of Natural History, New York in collaboration with the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). Major support for new version provided by the California Academy of Sciences, San Francisco.

Cosmic Collisions
Saturday, 9 May 2026, 1 - 1:45pm

Cosmic Collisions

Narrated by Robert Redford, Cosmic Collisions launches visitors on an awe-inspiring trip through space and time - well beyond the calm face of the night sky - to explore the hypersonic impacts that drive the continuing evolution of the universe. Session concludes with a virtual tour of the Brisbane night sky. Cosmic Collisions was developed by the American Museum of Natural History, New York in collaboration with the Denver Museum of Nature & Science; GOTO INC, Tokyo, Japan; and the Shanghai Science & Technology Museum. Cosmic Collisions was created by the American Museum of Natural History with the major support and partnership of NASA, Science Mission Directorate, Heliophysics Division.

Destination: Universe
Saturday, 9 May 2026, 2 - 2:45pm

Destination: Universe

From the Brisbane night sky to the far reaches of the cosmos, join us for a mission of discovery as the Planetarium astronomers take you on a journey through the virtual universe.

The Dark Side of the Moon
Saturday, 9 May 2026, 3 - 3:45pm

The Dark Side of the Moon

Experience Pink Floyd's iconic album with this immersive and all-encompassing surround sound and visual treat. This show features strobe effects, mature themes and explicit language. Not recommended for children.

Angel Strings at the Planetarium
Saturday, 9 May 2026, 6:30 - 7:30pm

Angel Strings at the Planetarium

Live string quartet ushers you through the cosmos. Angel Strings merge the divine majesty of the outer universe with sublime string quartet repertoire. Featuring works by Philip Glass, Ravel, Max Richter, Karl Jenkins and Elgar with stirring tailored visuals on the domed ceiling of the planetarium. Having sold out all previous Brisbane seasons, this is an experience for classical and non-classical music lovers alike. Reviews: “It was really good except it made Mum cry”. “Truly immersive and cathartic”. “I’d go again in a heartbeat”.

Angel Strings at the Planetarium
Saturday, 9 May 2026, 8 - 9pm

Angel Strings at the Planetarium

Live string quartet ushers you through the cosmos. Angel Strings merge the divine majesty of the outer universe with sublime string quartet repertoire. Featuring works by Philip Glass, Ravel, Max Richter, Karl Jenkins and Elgar with stirring tailored visuals on the domed ceiling of the planetarium. Having sold out all previous Brisbane seasons, this is an experience for classical and non-classical music lovers alike. Reviews: “It was really good except it made Mum cry”. “Truly immersive and cathartic”. “I’d go again in a heartbeat”.