Strasenburgh Planetarium
Journey across the universe via spectacular shows!
#8 planetarium in 2025
#7 Planetarium in 2026
in USA TOday’s 10best
Online ticket sales for public shows are encouraged and end 5 minutes before showtime. Same-day and advance sale tickets are available at the Planetarium box office and Museum & Science Center reception desk.
This Week’s Schedule
August 18th, 2026 – August 24th, 2026
Shows at the Planetarium
Moon Joy: To the Moon with Artemis II
Meet the Artemis II astronauts, the spacecraft, the mission and experience the “Moon Joy”.
Laser abba
Experience timeless hits like “Dancing Queen,” “Mamma Mia,” and “SOS” in a kaleidoscope of color and light. Get ready to sing along and groove to the infectious beats of this mesmerizing reimagining of ABBA’s catchy classics.
Resolution: A Cinephonic Rhapsody for the Soul
Experience an immersive, musical film created by world-renowned Oscar and Emmy-award-winning visual artists and inspired by the Polyphonic Spree’s latest album, Salvage Enterprise.
Deep Fields: A Synambient Journey
An immersive sonic journey into the farthest reaches of the universe, featuring live electronic soundscapes and high-definition imagery from the James Webb Space Telescope.
Stars with Carl
A monthly show devoted to the 1968 Carl Zeiss Mark VI star projector, with a live presenter conducting a tour of the original Planetarium sky.
The Sky Tonight
Enjoy a concise tour of the stars, constellations, and planets in the current sky.
Planet Spectacular
Visit all the planets in our solar system (and Pluto) and the most interesting and beautiful moons, all in one colorful show.
Homeschool Astronomy Fall 2026
An in-person astronomy course for homeschool families with students ages 11–15 at the Strasenburgh Planetarium.
Programs & Exhibits at the Planetarium
Gambit Satellite Optical System
Imagine building a camera with early 1960s technology to take photographs from 130 miles above the Earth, moving over 18,000 miles per hour, and clear enough to see trucks stored in a base.
Rochester’s Eyes in Space
Rochester’s Eyes in Space is an interactive exhibition exploring the technologies pioneered in Rochester that allow us to view distant stars, explore other planets, and better see what is happening on Earth.
Same Sky
Same Sky explores the universal importance of sky watching through unique cultural perspectives.
Plan Your Event Under the Stars
A universe of exploration and discovery awaits you and your guests when you plan an event at the Strasenburgh Planetarium! You can even enhance your event with a star show, laser show, or giant-screen film.
What People Are Saying
“They can craft such magical experiences here. One of my favorite childhood places and still holds up as an amazing and fun place to be entertained and learn.”
Learning just got way more fun
Explore enrichment programs at the Museum & Science Center like Curiosity Camps, Scout programs, and Field Trips. Your child or student will tap into their own curiosity and engage in science and history exhibits and interactive experiences.
Field Trips
Embark on a journey of discovery with your students at the RMSC Museum & Science Center, RMSC Strasenburgh Planetarium, and RMSC Cumming Nature Center with curriculum-based programs.
Camps
Camps at the RMSC offer exciting opportunities for young minds ages 2-15. Get ready to share in new adventures, discover science, and explore exciting experiments!
Scouts
Join us with your Den, Pack, or Troop here at the RMSC! We provide your scouts with hands-on experiments and activities centered on badge requirements that incorporate curiosity and exploration.
Discover three floors filled with over 200 interactive science and history theme exhibits and science demonstrations.
Explore 12 miles of hiking and ski trails, a Visitor Center, and year-round events and environmental education programs.