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The attraction everyone queues for

From summer festivals to Science Week, our planetariums draw the crowds. Shows run back to back all day, indoors or out, and every visitor leaves with stars in their eyes.

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Why Big Bear

Big crowds, big wonder

Our planetariums have become a favourite at festivals and fun days. Look for the big blue sky dancers! We run short live shows back to back, so the queue keeps moving and everyone gets their turn under the stars.

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Families queueing for a planetarium show at a festival
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Indoor or outdoor

On a level field at your festival, or inside a hall or marquee.

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Impossible to miss

Two giant sky dancers and our banners let people know where the stars are.

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Shows all day

Short live shows run back to back to keep the crowds moving.

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For every age

Toddlers, teens, parents and grandparents, all under the same sky.

Our shows

All STEM subjects covered

Space is the doorway to every STEM subject. Our live, interactive shows weave science, technology, engineering and maths together, pitched to the age of the group in front of us.

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Science

Physics, chemistry, biology & earth science
  • How stars are born, shine and die
  • The Sun, Moon, planets and the seasons
  • Gravity, light and the colours of the sky
  • Life on Earth and the search for life beyond it
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Technology

The tools that let us explore
  • Telescopes, satellites and space probes
  • How we photograph galaxies billions of light-years away
  • Data, sensors and the technology behind every mission
  • The digital planetarium and how it is projected
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Engineering

Designing things that work in space
  • Rockets, launchers and how they reach orbit
  • Space stations and the Moon landings
  • Rovers and robots exploring Mars
  • How astronauts live, work and stay safe
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Maths

Numbers, patterns and shapes in the sky
  • Scale: how big is the Universe, really?
  • Distances, light-years and travel times
  • Orbits, circles, ellipses and geometry
  • Patterns, cycles and counting the stars
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See it in action

Tap a video to watch it with sound.

FAQ

Good questions

Anything else? Call us on 083 800 1933. We're always happy to talk space.

Can the planetarium go outdoors?

Yes. We need a level grassy area, and we bring ground sheets and barriers. We'll talk through the site with you before the day.

How many people can see a show?

We run short shows back to back all day so the queue keeps moving. Tell us your expected numbers and we'll plan around them.

What do you need on site?

Access to power and the space for the planetarium and a small queue area. We bring everything else.

How do we book?

Call us on 083 800 1933 or send the form below with your event dates and location.

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Ready for lift-off?

Tell us your date, venue and group and we'll get back to you with availability and a quote.

Your enquiry goes straight to our inbox, and we'll reply by email or phone.