The Delta College Planetarium inspires exploration through entertaining Dome360 shows and events. But did you know you could take classes there, as well?
The Planetarium is located in the heart of downtown Bay City, at the beginning of historic Center Avenue. It is within walking distance to Wenonah Park, numerous restaurants, coffee houses, shops and the Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library.
Get your Eclipse Glasses
The April 8, 2024, total solar eclipse is fast approaching. Now is the time to prepare to watch this incredible event. You should never look directly at the Sun, as the light of the Sun will damage your eyes very badly. Eclipse glasses are an inexpensive way to block the harmful light of the Sun and make it safe to observe. Eclipse glasses are available in the Delta College Planetarium gift shop for $1 each. Get them now before the eclipse rush!
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Birth of Planet Earth
This eye-opening 4K documentary tracks the perilous path our planet took in its early years through advanced, data-driven, cinema-quality CGI. It explores some of the greatest questions in science today: How did Earth become a living planet? What does its history tell us about our chances of finding other worlds that are truly Earth-like?
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The Search for Life in Space
The Search for Life will make you re-examine such fundamental questions as: "Where did we come from?", "How did we get here?" and "Are we alone?"
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Beyond the Sun
Join Celeste and Moon on this voyage across the cosmic ocean as they search for another planet like Earth and an answer to the question: "Is there life on worlds beyond our solar system?"
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Eclipse: The Sun Revealed
Get ready for the April 8, 2024 total solar eclipse! This fulldome production features exciting visuals that explore the historical and cultural views of eclipses, what can be seen from within the shadow of a total solar eclipse, how to safely view an eclipse and a first-hand account of one person’s experience during a total solar eclipse.
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Led Zeppelin*
The ever-popular classic rock sounds of Led Zeppelin are visualized in high-resolution immersive animations. Dynamic visuals transport audiences with the feeling of motion and transcendence. Surreal original environments match uniquely with the big hit classics from Led Zeppelin. All tickets are $10/person.
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Pink Floyd: The Wall*
Pink Floyd’s classic epic about personal struggle weaves its story in one of the most popular light shows ever produced. The bizarre and sometimes dark psychological concepts make for plenty of opportunity for abstract imagery on the dome. You’ve never experienced "The Wall" like this! All tickets are $10/person.
*Notice: The music shows contain bright flashing lights, loud noises, mature themes and is inappropriate for children under 12 years old. The planetarium has the right to restrict admission and all children under 8 will be denied entry. No exceptions. All ticket sales are final. Refunds or exchanges are not available. Thank you for your cooperation.
Events
On April 8, 2024, millions of people across the United States will see one of nature's most wondrous spectacles — a total eclipse of the Sun. Planetarium Manager Mike Murray will provide a rich visual program about the event, what causes eclipses, where to see totality and how to view the sun safely. Unlike the solar eclipse of 2017, the path of totality in 2024 will come closer to Michigan. Moving along a narrow strip from Texas to Ohio to Maine, the Moon will completely block the Sun and cast a shadow so viewers can experience the twilight-like atmosphere of totality and see the Sun’s pearly white outer layer called the Corona. It will have been just seven years since the last total solar eclipse took place in North America, but the next solar eclipse to cross the nation won’t come until 2045. Eclipse glasses for attendees will be handed out following the presentation. Special admission price of $5 per person.
In addition to our regularly scheduled public shows, the planetarium will offer more showtimes for two weeks to coincide with school spring breaks in Bay City, Saginaw and Midland. All of the additional shows are great for children and families.
What's going on this summer with the arts and culture in Bay City? Find out with a Family Fun Fair hosted by the Bay Arts & Culture Commission at the Delta College Planetarium.
Everyone is invited to see what summer events are being offered by many of Bay City’s organizations representing art, music, theater, reading, science, wellness, history and more. From summer camps and workshops to family events, these Bay City organizations have much to keep you busy this summer. Tables will fill the Planetarium’s Grand Atrium lobby with activities for all ages. Registration information and take-home literature for each organization will be available. Admission is free.
The Planetarium will host a special talk by Craig Whitford from Michigan State University about meteorites, ancient debris that falls to earth from space. Whitford is the Meteorites Collection Coordinator at the university’s Abrams Planetarium in East Lansing and was lead designer of their new $100,000 meteorite exhibit. The program will focus on the identifying characteristics of meteorites, where they come from, the different types, and their significance in understanding the formation of the solar system. Craig will also look at meteorite finds from across the state, including the most recent specimens from the 2018 fireball explosion near Hamburg Township in southern Michigan. A question and answer period will be included. Special admission price of $5 per person.
"A great venue in the middle of the city. The 360 screen puts you right in the show!"