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
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 FOR MARCH & APRIL
- By donation
- Wednesdays and Fridays
- 7:00pm–10:30pm, weather permitting
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* $1 transaction fee applies to each online ticket purchase.
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
Weekend Film Schedule
11 AM - TOTAL ECLIPSE Chasers of the Lost Sleep
Follow Kentucky—an insomniac hen who lives on the Moon—in her a space-time journey to find the perfect solar eclipse that will finally help her get some sleep!
Recommended for families with young children, ages 5+!
12PM - Wilfred Buck's Star Stories
Four star stories, gathered and told by renowned Ininew (Cree) astronomer/star knowledge expert and author Wilfred Buck. These “tellings” of the Northern night sky provide guidance on navigation, the earth’s cycles, and how to live a good life with future generations in mind
1PM - Forward! to the Moon
Follow NASA’s Artemis program as it returns humans to the Moon. Witness the mission to land the first woman and first person of color on the lunar surface and lay the groundwork for a sustainable human presence beyond Earth.
2PM - Wilfred Buck's Star Stories
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.
Reminders
Show schedule is subject to change.
Ages are a recommendation.
For full details, please visit our tickets page.
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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