Planetarium Schedule

Planetarium at Space Place, Wellington

Space Place is home to a state-of-the-art Sky-Skan digital full-dome planetarium system hosting a range of planetarium films for every age.

Monday 20 April – Sunday 5 July

During term time Space Place is closed on Mondays.

During term time, Space Place is open 5pm–10:30pm on Tuesdays.

6:00pm     CAPCOM Go! The Apollo Story

Details

CAPCOM GO!

In 1969 the Apollo 11 astronauts risked everything to set foot on the Moon. Discover the story of bravery, determination, ingenuity and hope which will inspire the next generation of explorers and dreamers to overcome obstacles and reach for the stars.

By NSC Creative.

Suitable for ages 5+

Includes a 15-minute live star talk.

7:00pm     Ngā Tohunga Whakatere – The Navigators

Details

Moko dreams of becoming a master star navigator like her tūpuna and like her koro Jack. The budding navigator finds herself travelling through time and space in the wake of the greatest Pacific navigators. Journey with Moko as she gains knowledge and understanding of Māori, Pasifika and European voyaging traditions and realises how skilled her tūpuna had to be to travel the largest ocean on Earth.

Suitable for ages 5+

Includes a 15-minute live star talk.

8:30pm     We are Astronomers

Details

We are Astronomers

Narrated by Dr Who star David Tennant with music by New Zealand composer Rhian Sheehan, We Are Astronomers reveals the global collaboration and dedication required to answer the unresolved questions of the universe using technologies such as the Large Hadron Collider, the observatories of Chile, and the Hubble Space Telescope.

Produced by NSC Creative.

Suitable for ages 5+

Includes a 15-minute live star talk.

During term time, Space Place is open 5pm–10:30pm on Wednesdays.

6:00pm     CAPCOM Go! The Apollo Story

Details

CAPCOM GO!

In 1969 the Apollo 11 astronauts risked everything to set foot on the Moon. Discover the story of bravery, determination, ingenuity and hope which will inspire the next generation of explorers and dreamers to overcome obstacles and reach for the stars.

By NSC Creative.

Suitable for ages 5+

Includes a 15-minute live star talk.

7:00pm     Ngā Tohunga Whakatere – The Navigators

Details

Moko dreams of becoming a master star navigator like her tūpuna and like her koro Jack. The budding navigator finds herself travelling through time and space in the wake of the greatest Pacific navigators. Journey with Moko as she gains knowledge and understanding of Māori, Pasifika and European voyaging traditions and realises how skilled her tūpuna had to be to travel the largest ocean on Earth.

Suitable for ages 5+

Includes a 15-minute live star talk.

8:30pm     Phantom of the Universe

Details

Did you know that all we can see in the universe only makes up 5% of what exists? Join Tilda Swinton as scientists hunt for the universe’s mysterious dark matter. From early discoveries by Fritz Zwicky and Vera Rubin, to recent experiments at the Hadron Collider at CERN, we know it’s out there, but how can we prove it?

Suitable for ages 13+

Includes a 15-minute live star talk.

Replaced by Stargazing 101: Astronomy for Beginners on Wednesday 11 March

During term time, Space Place is open 10am–10:30pm on Thursdays.

12:00pm     CAPCOM Go! The Apollo Story

Details

CAPCOM GO!

In 1969 the Apollo 11 astronauts risked everything to set foot on the Moon. Discover the story of bravery, determination, ingenuity and hope which will inspire the next generation of explorers and dreamers to overcome obstacles and reach for the stars.

By NSC Creative.

Suitable for ages 5+

Includes a 15-minute live star talk.

3:00pm     We are Guardians

Details

A thought-provoking animated film that explores the special bond between ecosystems and how satellites play a vital role in understanding and protecting our planet. Designed for curious viewers of all ages, this film presents information in a way that is easy for kids to understand and enjoy.  

Suitable for ages 5+ 

Includes a 15-minute live star talk.

4:00pm     How it was told to me

Details

Created by OHU Domes, these award-winning animations feature the enchanting sounds of traditional Māori instruments by Dr. Richard Nunns, narrated by Te Kohe Tuhaka, Tānea Heke, and Rangimoana Taylor, and brought to life with exceptional sound design by Dylan Storey. Prepare to be mesmerised by the rich storytelling in this extraordinary cinematic experience.

  • THE CREATION STORY
    Tells the tale of Ranginui the Sky Father and Papatūanuku the Earth Mother, and their many children plotting to separate them.
  • RONA AND THE MOON
    We learn how Marama, the Moon, came to look the way it does in our southern skies today.
  • THE GREAT WAKA
    Tells of the creation of The Milky Way with all its constellations, and how they have been used through the ages to guide Polynesian sailors navigating the southern seas.

Suitable for ages 5+

Includes a 15-minute live star talk.

6:00pm     We are Astronomers

Details

We are Astronomers

Narrated by Dr Who star David Tennant with music by New Zealand composer Rhian Sheehan, We Are Astronomers reveals the global collaboration and dedication required to answer the unresolved questions of the universe using technologies such as the Large Hadron Collider, the observatories of Chile, and the Hubble Space Telescope.

Produced by NSC Creative.

Suitable for ages 5+

Includes a 15-minute live star talk.

7:00pm     Ngā Tohunga Whakatere – The Navigators

Thursday 14 May: 7pm show replaced by Dome Under Film Festival

Details

Moko dreams of becoming a master star navigator like her tūpuna and like her koro Jack. The budding navigator finds herself travelling through time and space in the wake of the greatest Pacific navigators. Journey with Moko as she gains knowledge and understanding of Māori, Pasifika and European voyaging traditions and realises how skilled her tūpuna had to be to travel the largest ocean on Earth.

Suitable for ages 5+

Includes a 15-minute live star talk.

8:30pm     We are Aliens

Thursday 14 May: 8.30pm show replaced by Dome Under Film Festival

Details

If there really are aliens out there, why haven’t we met any yet? Take a fascinating journey to find evidence of alien life in our galaxy and understand the latest research into this fast evolving area of science guided by UK scientists. Narrated by Rupert Grint, We are Aliens! is from the creators of the award-winning “We Are Astronomers” and “Astronaut” with music by Rhian Sheehan.

Suitable for ages 5+

Includes a 15-minute live star talk.

During term time, Space Place is open 10am–11pm on Fridays.

12:00pm     CAPCOM Go! The Apollo Story

Details

CAPCOM GO!

In 1969 the Apollo 11 astronauts risked everything to set foot on the Moon. Discover the story of bravery, determination, ingenuity and hope which will inspire the next generation of explorers and dreamers to overcome obstacles and reach for the stars.

By NSC Creative.

Suitable for ages 5+

Includes a 15-minute live star talk.

3:00pm     We Are Guardians

Details

A thought-provoking animated film that explores the special bond between ecosystems and how satellites play a vital role in understanding and protecting our planet. Designed for curious viewers of all ages, this film presents information in a way that is easy for kids to understand and enjoy.  

Suitable for ages 5+ 

Includes a 15-minute live star talk.

4:00pm     How it was told to me

Friday 15 May: 4pm show replaced by Dome Under Film Festival

Details

How it was told to me

Created by OHU Domes, these award-winning animations feature the enchanting sounds of traditional Māori instruments by Dr. Richard Nunns, narrated by Te Kohe Tuhaka, Tānea Heke, and Rangimoana Taylor, and brought to life with exceptional sound design by Dylan Storey. Prepare to be mesmerised by the rich storytelling in this extraordinary cinematic experience.

  • THE CREATION STORY
    Tells the tale of Ranginui the Sky Father and Papatūanuku the Earth Mother, and their many children plotting to separate them.
  • RONA AND THE MOON
    We learn how Marama, the Moon, came to look the way it does in our southern skies today.
  • THE GREAT WAKA
    Tells of the creation of The Milky Way with all its constellations, and how they have been used through the ages to guide Polynesian sailors navigating the southern seas.

Suitable for ages 5+

Includes a 15-minute live star talk.

6:00pm     We are Aliens

Friday 15 May: 6pm show replaced by Dome Under Film Festival

Details

If there really are aliens out there, why haven’t we met any yet? Take a fascinating journey to find evidence of alien life in our galaxy and understand the latest research into this fast evolving area of science guided by UK scientists. Narrated by Rupert Grint, We are Aliens! is from the creators of the award-winning “We Are Astronomers” and “Astronaut” with music by Rhian Sheehan.

Suitable for ages 5+

Includes a 15-minute live star talk.

7:00pm     Ngā Tohunga Whakatere – The Navigators

Friday 15 May: 7pm show replaced by Dome Under Film Festival

Details

Moko dreams of becoming a master star navigator like her tūpuna and like her koro Jack. The budding navigator finds herself travelling through time and space in the wake of the greatest Pacific navigators. Journey with Moko as she gains knowledge and understanding of Māori, Pasifika and European voyaging traditions and realises how skilled her tūpuna had to be to travel the largest ocean on Earth.

Suitable for ages 5+

Includes a 15-minute live star talk.

8.30pm     We are Astronomers

Friday 15 May: 8.30pm show replaced by Dome Under Film Festival

Details

We are Astronomers

Narrated by Dr Who star David Tennant with music by New Zealand composer Rhian Sheehan, We Are Astronomers reveals the global collaboration and dedication required to answer the unresolved questions of the universe using technologies such as the Large Hadron Collider, the observatories of Chile, and the Hubble Space Telescope.

Produced by NSC Creative.

Suitable for ages 5+

Includes a 15-minute live star talk.

During term time, Space Place is open 10am–11pm on Saturdays.

10:15am     Te Whānau o te Rā | Family of the Sun

Details

Space Place’s very own sing-along planetarium show in both English and Te Reo Māori is a mix of science and Māori storytelling. Come see how the Moon orbits the Earth, and follow Pluto through the Solar System as she tries to find her way back home.

Suitable for under 6s

Please note there is no night sky presentation after the show.

11:00am     Astronaut

Details

The exploration of space is a great endeavour of humankind. What does it take to be part of this incredible journey? What does it take to become an astronaut? Experience a rocket launch from inside the body of an astronaut. Explore the amazing worlds of inner and outer space, from floating around the International Space Station to manoeuvring through microscopic regions of the human body. Discover the perils that lurk in space through the experience of ‘Chad’, our test astronaut.

Narrated by Ewan McGregor.

Suitable for ages 5+

Includes a 15-minute live star talk.

12:00pm     Ngā Tohunga Whakatere – The Navigators

Details

Moko dreams of becoming a master star navigator like her tūpuna and like her koro Jack. The budding navigator finds herself travelling through time and space in the wake of the greatest Pacific navigators. Journey with Moko as she gains knowledge and understanding of Māori, Pasifika and European voyaging traditions and realises how skilled her tūpuna had to be to travel the largest ocean on Earth.

Suitable for ages 5+

Includes a 15-minute live star talk.

2:00pm     We Are Aliens

Details

We Are Aliens

If there really are aliens out there, why haven’t we met any yet? Take a fascinating journey to find evidence of alien life in our galaxy and understand the latest research into this fast evolving area of science guided by UK scientists. Narrated by Rupert Grint, We are Aliens! is from the creators of the award-winning “We Are Astronomers” and “Astronaut” with music by Rhian Sheehan.

Suitable for ages 5+

Includes a 15-minute live star talk.

3:00pm     CAPCOM Go! The Apollo Story

Details

CAPCOM GO!

In 1969 the Apollo 11 astronauts risked everything to set foot on the Moon. Discover the story of bravery, determination, ingenuity and hope which will inspire the next generation of explorers and dreamers to overcome obstacles and reach for the stars.

By NSC Creative.

Suitable for ages 5+

Includes a 15-minute live star talk.

4:00pm     How it was told to me

Saturday 16 May: 4pm show replaced by Dome Under Film Festival

Details

How it was told to me

Created by OHU Domes, these award-winning animations feature the enchanting sounds of traditional Māori instruments by Dr. Richard Nunns, narrated by Te Kohe Tuhaka, Tānea Heke, and Rangimoana Taylor, and brought to life with exceptional sound design by Dylan Storey. Prepare to be mesmerised by the rich storytelling in this extraordinary cinematic experience.

  • THE CREATION STORY
    Tells the tale of Ranginui the Sky Father and Papatūanuku the Earth Mother, and their many children plotting to separate them.
  • RONA AND THE MOON
    We learn how Marama, the Moon, came to look the way it does in our southern skies today.
  • THE GREAT WAKA
    Tells of the creation of The Milky Way with all its constellations, and how they have been used through the ages to guide Polynesian sailors navigating the southern seas.

Suitable for ages 5+

Includes a 15-minute live star talk.

6:00pm     We are Astronomers

Saturday 16 May: 6pm show replaced by Dome Under Film Festival

Details

We are Astronomers

Narrated by Dr Who star David Tennant with music by New Zealand composer Rhian Sheehan, We Are Astronomers reveals the global collaboration and dedication required to answer the unresolved questions of the universe using technologies such as the Large Hadron Collider, the observatories of Chile, and the Hubble Space Telescope.

Produced by NSC Creative.

Suitable for ages 5+

Includes a 15-minute live star talk.

7:00pm     Ngā Tohunga Whakatere – The Navigators

Saturday 16 May: 7pm show replaced by Dome Under Film Festival

Details

Moko dreams of becoming a master star navigator like her tūpuna and like her koro Jack. The budding navigator finds herself travelling through time and space in the wake of the greatest Pacific navigators. Journey with Moko as she gains knowledge and understanding of Māori, Pasifika and European voyaging traditions and realises how skilled her tūpuna had to be to travel the largest ocean on Earth.

Suitable for ages 5+

Includes a 15-minute live star talk.

8.30pm     Phantom of the Universe

Saturday 16 May: 8:30pm show replaced by Dome Under Film Festival

Details

Did you know that all we can see in the universe only makes up 5% of what exists? Join Tilda Swinton as scientists hunt for the universe’s mysterious dark matter. From early discoveries by Fritz Zwicky and Vera Rubin, to recent experiments at the Hadron Collider at CERN, we know it’s out there, but how can we prove it?

Suitable for ages 13+

Includes a 15-minute live star talk.

During term time, Space Place is open 10am–5pm on Sundays.

10:15am     Te Whānau o te Rā | Family of the Sun

Details

Space Place’s very own sing-along planetarium show in both English and Te Reo Māori is a mix of science and Māori storytelling. Come see how the Moon orbits the Earth, and follow Pluto through the Solar System as she tries to find her way back home.

Suitable for under 6s

Te Whānau o te does not include a live star talk.

11:00am     Tilt

Details

When the seasons go crazy, it’s up to Annie and Max to set things right. But fixing this will take something extraordinary, and a little help. Come on a whirlwind adventure as the siblings learn just how the seasons work and discover that sometimes, all we need is a new angle on the world.

Suitable for ages 5+

Includes a 15-minute live star talk.

12:00pm     Ngā Tohunga Whakatere – The Navigators

Details

Moko dreams of becoming a master star navigator like her tūpuna and like her koro Jack. The budding navigator finds herself travelling through time and space in the wake of the greatest Pacific navigators. Journey with Moko as she gains knowledge and understanding of Māori, Pasifika and European voyaging traditions and realises how skilled her tūpuna had to be to travel the largest ocean on Earth.

Suitable for ages 5+

Includes a 15-minute live star talk.

2:00pm     We Are Aliens

Details

We Are Aliens

If there really are aliens out there, why haven’t we met any yet? Take a fascinating journey to find evidence of alien life in our galaxy and understand the latest research into this fast evolving area of science guided by UK scientists. Narrated by Rupert Grint, We are Aliens! is from the creators of the award-winning “We Are Astronomers” and “Astronaut” with music by Rhian Sheehan.

Suitable for ages 5+

Includes a 15-minute live star talk.

3:00pm     CAPCOM G0! The Apollo Story

Details

CAPCOM GO!

In 1969 the Apollo 11 astronauts risked everything to set foot on the Moon. Discover the story of bravery, determination, ingenuity and hope which will inspire the next generation of explorers and dreamers to overcome obstacles and reach for the stars.

By NSC Creative.

Suitable for ages 5+

Includes a 15-minute live star talk.

4:00pm     How it was told to me

Sunday 3 May, Sunday 7 June, and Sunday 5 July: 4pm show replaced by Low Sensory Hour.

Details

How it was told to me

Created by OHU Domes, these award-winning animations feature the enchanting sounds of traditional Māori instruments by Dr. Richard Nunns, narrated by Te Kohe Tuhaka, Tānea Heke, and Rangimoana Taylor, and brought to life with exceptional sound design by Dylan Storey. Prepare to be mesmerised by the rich storytelling in this extraordinary cinematic experience.

  • THE CREATION STORY
    Tells the tale of Ranginui the Sky Father and Papatūanuku the Earth Mother, and their many children plotting to separate them.
  • RONA AND THE MOON
    We learn how Marama, the Moon, came to look the way it does in our southern skies today.
  • THE GREAT WAKA
    Tells of the creation of The Milky Way with all its constellations, and how they have been used through the ages to guide Polynesian sailors navigating the southern seas.

Suitable for ages 5+

Includes a 15-minute live star talk.

On King’s Birthday, Space Place is open 10am–5pm.

10:15am     Te Whānau o te Rā | Family of the Sun

Details

Space Place’s very own sing-along planetarium show in both English and Te Reo Māori is a mix of science and Māori storytelling. Come see how the Moon orbits the Earth, and follow Pluto through the Solar System as she tries to find her way back home.

Suitable for under 6s

Te Whānau o te does not include a live star talk.

11:00am     Ngā Tohunga Whakatere – The Navigators

Details

Moko dreams of becoming a master star navigator like her tūpuna and like her koro Jack. The budding navigator finds herself travelling through time and space in the wake of the greatest Pacific navigators. Journey with Moko as she gains knowledge and understanding of Māori, Pasifika and European voyaging traditions and realises how skilled her tūpuna had to be to travel the largest ocean on Earth.

Suitable for ages 5+

Includes a 15-minute live star talk.

12:00pm     CAPCOM Go! The Apollo Story

Details

CAPCOM GO!

In 1969 the Apollo 11 astronauts risked everything to set foot on the Moon. Discover the story of bravery, determination, ingenuity and hope which will inspire the next generation of explorers and dreamers to overcome obstacles and reach for the stars.

By NSC Creative.

Suitable for ages 5+

Includes a 15-minute live star talk.

2:00pm     We Are Aliens

Details

We Are Aliens

If there really are aliens out there, why haven’t we met any yet? Take a fascinating journey to find evidence of alien life in our galaxy and understand the latest research into this fast evolving area of science guided by UK scientists. Narrated by Rupert Grint, We are Aliens! is from the creators of the award-winning “We Are Astronomers” and “Astronaut” with music by Rhian Sheehan.

Suitable for ages 5+

Includes a 15-minute live star talk.

3:00pm     We Are Guardians

Details

A thought-provoking animated film that explores the special bond between ecosystems and how satellites play a vital role in understanding and protecting our planet. Designed for curious viewers of all ages, this film presents information in a way that is easy for kids to understand and enjoy.  

Suitable for ages 5+ 

Includes a 15-minute live star talk.

4:00pm     How it was told to me

Details

Created by OHU Domes, these award-winning animations feature the enchanting sounds of traditional Māori instruments by Dr. Richard Nunns, narrated by Te Kohe Tuhaka, Tānea Heke, and Rangimoana Taylor, and brought to life with exceptional sound design by Dylan Storey. Prepare to be mesmerised by the rich storytelling in this extraordinary cinematic experience.

  • THE CREATION STORY
    Tells the tale of Ranginui the Sky Father and Papatūanuku the Earth Mother, and their many children plotting to separate them.
  • RONA AND THE MOON
    We learn how Marama, the Moon, came to look the way it does in our southern skies today.
  • THE GREAT WAKA
    Tells of the creation of The Milky Way with all its constellations, and how they have been used through the ages to guide Polynesian sailors navigating the southern seas.

Suitable for ages 5+

Includes a 15-minute live star talk.

Planetarium Films: Now Showing

CAPCOM GO!

CAPCOM GO! The Apollo Story

In 1969 the Apollo 11 astronauts risked everything to set foot on the Moon. Discover the story of bravery, determination, ingenuity and hope which will inspire the next generation of explorers and dreamers to overcome obstacles and reach for the stars.

By NSC Creative.

Suitable for ages 5+

How it was told to me

Created by OHU Domes, these award-winning animations feature the enchanting sounds of traditional Māori instruments by Dr. Richard Nunns, narrated by Te Kohe Tuhaka, Tānea Heke, and Rangimoana Taylor, and brought to life with exceptional sound design by Dylan Storey. Prepare to be mesmerised by the rich storytelling in this extraordinary cinematic experience.

  • THE CREATION STORY
    Tells the tale of Ranginui the Sky Father and Papatūanuku the Earth Mother, and their many children plotting to separate them.
  • RONA AND THE MOON
    We learn how Marama, the Moon, came to look the way it does in our southern skies today.
  • THE GREAT WAKA
    Tells of the creation of The Milky Way with all its constellations, and how they have been used through the ages to guide Polynesian sailors navigating the southern seas.

Suitable for ages 5+

Te Whānau o te Rā | Family of the Sun

Space Place’s very own sing-along planetarium show in both English and Te Reo Māori is a mix of science and Māori storytelling. Come see how the Moon orbits the Earth, and follow Pluto through the Solar System as she tries to find her way back home.

Suitable for under 6s

Te Whānau o te | Family of the Sun does not include a live star talk.

We are Guardians

A thought-provoking animated film that explores the special bond between ecosystems and how satellites play a vital role in understanding and protecting our planet. Designed for curious viewers of all ages, this film presents information in a way that is easy for kids to understand and enjoy.

Suitable for ages 5+

Phantom of the Universe

Phantom of the Universe

Did you know that all we can see in the universe only makes up 5% of what exists? Join Tilda Swinton as scientists hunt for the universe’s mysterious dark matter. From early discoveries by Fritz Zwicky and Vera Rubin, to recent experiments at the Hadron Collider at CERN, we know it’s out there, but how can we prove it?

Suitable for ages 13+

We are Astronomers

We are Astronomers

Narrated by Dr Who star David Tennant with music by New Zealand composer Rhian Sheehan, We Are Astronomers reveals the global collaboration and dedication required to answer the unresolved questions of the universe using technologies such as the Large Hadron Collider, the observatories of Chile, and the Hubble Space Telescope.

Produced by NSC Creative.

Suitable for ages 5+

Astronaut

Astronaut

The exploration of space is a great endeavor of humankind. What does it take to be part of this incredible journey? What does it take to become an astronaut? Experience a rocket launch from inside the body of an astronaut. Explore the amazing worlds of inner and outer space, from floating around the International Space Station to manoeuvring through microscopic regions of the human body. Discover the perils that lurk in space through the experience of ‘Chad’, our test astronaut.

Narrated by Ewan McGregor.

Suitable for ages 5+

We Are Aliens

We are Aliens

If there really are aliens out there, why haven’t we met any yet? Take a fascinating journey to find evidence of alien life in our galaxy and understand the latest research into this fast evolving area of science guided by UK scientists. Narrated by Rupert Grint, We are Aliens! is from the creators of the award-winning “We Are Astronomers” and “Astronaut” with music by Rhian Sheehan.

Suitable for ages 5+

Tilt

When the seasons go crazy, it’s up to Annie and Max to set things right. But fixing this will take something extraordinary, and a little help. Come on a whirlwind adventure as the siblings learn just how the seasons work and discover that sometimes, all we need is a new angle on the world.
 
Suitable for ages 5+

Ngā Tohunga Whakatere – The Navigators

Moko dreams of becoming a master star navigator like her tūpuna and like her koro Jack. The budding navigator finds herself travelling through time and space in the wake of the greatest Pacific navigators. Journey with Moko as she gains knowledge and understanding of Māori, Pasifika and European voyaging traditions and realises how skilled her tūpuna had to be to travel the largest ocean on Earth.

Suitable for ages 5+