Strasenburgh Planetarium
Family Fun Day
star wars day
Hello there! Join us, you must, for an intergalactic celebration of all things Star Wars at the RMSC. Prepare to be transported to a galaxy far, far away as we celebrate the saga that has captured hearts across the universe.
showings of a galaxy not far far away:
This is where the fun begins!
May the 4th be with you! Enjoy a day at the Strasenburgh Planetarium as we celebrate our favorite characters with themed activities and a special Star Show, ahead of May the 4th. Dress up like your favorite characters and see if you can make it through a Jedi training course.
Costumes Encouraged!
other-worldly activities
- Character Headbands: Transform into your favorite Star Wars character with themed ears, hair buns, and masks to decorate and make your own!
- Jedi Training: Test your athletic skills and see if you can complete our Jedi training course.
- Sphero Course: Test your hand at coding a robot and guide a Sphero robot through our space course.
- Glowforge: Choose from a Jedi or Empire logo pin, and watch it be created on our Glowforge in real time!
- Meet & Greet: Meet and greet with local characters–your favorite space adventurers & droids!
Tickets are limited, we encourage you to purchase these in advance. Tickets to Planetarium shows are not included in Museum & Science Center admission.
Guest groups:
- Astronomy Section of the Rochester Academy of Sciences (ASRAS): Learn about the planets and how we observe space from Earth.
- FC3: Visit with Flower City Comic Con! Learn about their upcoming convention.
- ROC Kung Fu and Fitness: Join Rochester KungFu to learn more about class offerings and try a spin on their prize wheel.
- ROC LUG: Join the Rochester LEGO Users Group to help them with a Star Wars mini build and view their displays!
