Upcoming Events
Sunset Meditation – Mindfulness Under the Stars
Friday, January 23 | 7:30-9:30PM
Meditate under the stars in our Planetarium with a soothing journey from the Grand Canyon to the North Pole.
Step away from the noise of everyday life and reconnect with calm in a truly immersive setting. Meditate beneath the stars in our Planetarium, where the vastness of the universe meets the stillness of the mind—inviting reflection, balance, and renewal.
Presented in collaboration with the Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health, this wellness-focused evening combines a visually soothing planetarium experience with a meaningful conversation with David Greenshields on mindfulness and resilience.
Space Camp Saturday: January – Black Holes
Saturday, January 31 | 2-5PM
Enjoy a planetarium show & dive into black holes—real science, mysteries, pop culture myths, an immersive spacetime demo and a scavenger hunt!
Join us every last Saturday of the month for Space Camp Saturday, a hands-on boot camp into hot topics in space science. Each month brings a new theme—from space exploration to special relativity—led by special guests from the UBC Department of Physics and Astronomy. Families can enjoy interactive talks, demos, and activities designed to spark curiosity for all ages.
Immersive Planetarium show
Feature talk by UBC Department of Physics & Astronomy
Scavenger hunt with a specially curated activity guide
Claim your certificate!
Perfect for curious kids, families & space fans (recommended ages 10+).
Experience science, INNOVATION, arts, and culture!
H.R. Macmillan Space Centre hosts incredible monthly activities for people of all ages interested in astronomy in Vancouver. Check back regularly or sign-up for our spam-free newsletter to be kept in the loop!
The Dome Evening Experience
Our state-of-the-art venue uses eight Christie 4K projectors to deliver over 100 million pixels in a breathtaking, seamless 10K resolution. With 150,000 lumens and a full-dome laser system, every visual is a journey beyond imagination. The sight is matched by 20,000 watts of custom-engineered Dolby Atmos 360° surround sound. The audio flows seamlessly through the spherical space, delivering crystal-clear sound so powerful you’ll feel every note and cosmic rumble.
Vancouver AI Meetups – Monthly
Join the Vancouver AI Community Meet-up, happening monthly, where real humans explore AI’s depths together – tinkering, questioning, and building the next generation of BC AIs.
The Vancouver AI Community Meetups welcome all those interested in the future of AI – researchers, artists, geeks, enthusiasts, entrepreneurs, experts, students, and more!
Follow them on Lu.ma to stay updated!
Community-hosted events
Check out events hosted by local organizations and businesses using the H.R. Macmillan Space Centre! Want to host your next event here? Explore our rental venues that are great for Birthday parties, weddings, meetups, corporate meetings, and more!
Beautifica: A Celebration of Life
Breathtaking worlds of light and sound come alive in this 360° dome experience. Designed to spark joy, lose yourself in mesmerizing constellations and ethereal landscapes that’ll stay with you long after the night is over. Created by visionary composer James Hood and acclaimed immersive artists, Beautifica is the perfect date night or a unique evening with loved ones.
Everyone sees something unique in this euphoric journey.
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