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SUMMARY:Skywatching: Views from The Durham
DESCRIPTION:Event Update                \n                \n                    Views from The Durham is still on for September 16! While it will be too cloudy for telescopes\, the Morehead crew will be under The Durham Hotel’s covered roof with stellar space-themed activities. \n                 \n            \n        \n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us on the roof of The Durham Hotel for a stargazing night! On Tuesday\, September 16\, experience stunning views\, guided constellation tours\, and craft cocktails\, all while enjoying music from DJ Gemynii. In this session\, Morehead astronomy educators will focus on Saturn\, which should be visible in the night sky with no moon to outshine it. Music begins at 8:00 p.m. and stargazing begins at 8:30 p.m. \n\n\n\nViews from The Durham is free and open to all ages. Please note that this event is weather-dependent.
URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/skywatching-views-from-the-durham-20/
LOCATION:The Durham Hotel\, 315 E. Chapel Hill St\, Durham\, North Carolina\, 27701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Programs
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SUMMARY:Webinar | Our 2025 Impact Report
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to share Morehead Planetarium and Science Center’s annual report! At 12:00 pm on Friday\, September 26\, join us virtually or in person as we talk about our impact during the 2025 fiscal year. \n\n\n\nIf you plan to join us at Morehead\, you’re welcome to bring your lunch. We ask that you register online if you plan to join us via webinar. \n\n\n\nThis event is free and open to all. Please contact Andrew Amodei at aamodei@unc.edu or 919.843.3475 if you have any questions. \n\n\n\n\nRegister for the webinar
URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/webinar-our-2025-impact-report/
LOCATION:Morehead Planetarium and Science Center\, 250 E Franklin St\, Chapel Hill\, North Carolina\, 27516\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Programs,Virtual Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251001T180000
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SUMMARY:Yoga Under The Stars
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URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/yoga-under-the-stars-21/
CATEGORIES:Special Programs
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SUMMARY:Yoga Under The Stars
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URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/yoga-under-the-stars-22/
CATEGORIES:Special Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T190000
DTSTAMP:20260418T110046
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SUMMARY:Yoga Under The Stars
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URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/yoga-under-the-stars-23/
CATEGORIES:Special Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T180000
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SUMMARY:Yoga Under The Stars
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URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/yoga-under-the-stars-24/
CATEGORIES:Special Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T193000
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SUMMARY:I AM: The Student Experience
DESCRIPTION:Space Just for You\n\n\n\nNeed space to relax\, reflect\, and revive? We’ve got space for you. Come on out to Morehead Planetarium for an evening of wonder under the stars. GRAMMY®-nominated and award-winning artist\, vocalist\, pianist and composer Radhika Vekaria will take you on an unforgettable journey through the cosmos as she blends her amazing vocals and musicality with real and awe-inspiring imagery of our universe. If you attended Radhika’s performance in March 2025\, you’ll want to come back and bring that friend who needs to experience this! Radhika will again showcase the music and imagery from the short immersive film I AM\, then invite some special guests to talk about what it means to be in awe and wonder—and how these experiences support both body and mind. Finally\, she will close out the program with a second live performance of her latest recordings. Stay for an exclusive meet-and-greet along with refreshments after the show. This space is absolutely for you.   \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRSVP on Heel Life\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nI AM: The Student Experience is free and open to UNC students with CLE credit available; RSVP is encouraged. This event is brought to you in partnership by UNC Student Wellness\, UNC’s Parr Center for Ethics\, and Morehead Planetarium and Science Center in support of UNC community wellness. UNC Student Affairs will be on hand with resources promoting healthy wellbeing and fun giveaways.
URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/i-am-the-student-experience/
LOCATION:Morehead Planetarium and Science Center\, 250 E Franklin St\, Chapel Hill\, North Carolina\, 27516\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Programs
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SUMMARY:Teen Science Cafe: Healing Lahaina
DESCRIPTION:Please join us at Morehead Planetarium and Science Center for October’s Teen Science Cafe! In this session\, we’ll be screening the documentary film Healing Lahaina\, which addresses community advocacy and climate resilience through the personal experiences of survivors of Maui’s 2023 wildfires.  Open to teens ages 13-18\, our monthly cafes include exciting activities\, engaging talks from expert speakers\, and even free food! Plus\, we cover a variety of different topics\, ranging from cell biology to deep space galaxies\, making it a one-of-a-kind spot for high school students to explore new ideas\, interact with each other\, and have fun!Doors will open at 6:00 pm for pizza and conversation. The cafe will start at 6:30 pm and wrap up around 7:30 pm. \n\n\n\n\nLearn more about Teen Science Cafe\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nProgram Schedule \n\n\n\n6:00 pm: Arrive and check in. We will gather inside the west\, main entrance of Morehead. \n\n\n\n6:00 – 6:30 pm: Pizza social. The pizza social will take place in our classrooms\, located on the 2nd floor. \n\n\n\n6:30 pm – 7:30 pm: Discussion & activities. The screening will take place in the Science Stage. \n\n\n\nPlease Note: Depending on scheduled activities\, the program may end between 7:30 p.m. and 7:45 p.m.
URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/teen-science-cafe-healing-lahaina/
LOCATION:Morehead Planetarium and Science Center\, 250 E Franklin St\, Chapel Hill\, North Carolina\, 27516\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Programs
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SUMMARY: I AM: The Sound of Light Experience
DESCRIPTION:Leave the kids at home. This event is for adults 21+!\n\n\n\nJoin us for a private\, unforgettable evening under the stars at Morehead Planetarium and Science Center. We are thrilled to welcome back GRAMMY®-nominated and award-winning artist\, vocalist\, pianist and composer Radhika Vekaria to Morehead’s fulldome theater. Radhika’s soul-stirring melodies and the raw power of her voice\, combined with real imagery of our place in space\, create an alchemy of music\, presence\, and wonder. This exclusive event includes a live performance choreographed with immersive imagery of the cosmos. \n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets\n\n\n\n\nEarly Bird discount: $60 (available until October 10\, 2025)\n\n\n\nRegular ticket price: $75 (after October 10\, 2025)\n\n\n\nMember price: $60\n\n\n\n\nCocktail attire is suggested. \n\n\n\nWhat’s included with your ticket\n\n\n\n\nAccess to Morehead exhibits\n\n\n\nLight hors d’oeuvres and non-alcoholic beverages\n\n\n\nOne drink ticket (Prosecco)\n\n\n\nI AM screening + performance\n\n\n\n\nFood and drinks are available until the performance begins at 8:00 pm. \n\n\n\nPlease note: No one under the age of 21 will be allowed into the event. IDs will be verified. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet Tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n        \n                            \n                                                    \n            \n                \n                    \n                        \n                        \n                    \n                    Refund/Cancellation Policy\n                \n            \n            \n                \n                    \n                        All ticket sales are final; refunds are not available for absent guests or unused tickets. Purchased tickets may be transferred to another guest 21+ for admission. However\, requests for transfer must be made no later than the day prior to the date on the original ticket. Requests for transfer on or after the date of the original ticket are not accommodated. Morehead reserves the right to waive part or all of this refund policy if the event is cancelled due to severe weather or other unexpected circumstances. \nThis is a 21+ event. No one under the age of 21 will be allowed into the event; IDs will be verified. \n\n                    \n                \n            \n                                                            \n            \n                \n                    \n                        \n                        \n                    \n                    Code of Conduct\n                \n            \n            \n                \n                    \n                        By entering Morehead or participating in our programs\, guests acknowledge and agree to adhere to Morehead’s posted Code of Conduct.
URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/i-am-sound-of-light-experience/
LOCATION:Morehead Planetarium and Science Center\, 250 E Franklin St\, Chapel Hill\, North Carolina\, 27516\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251102T170000
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SUMMARY:Science for All: A Sensory-Friendly Science Night
DESCRIPTION:Experience the wonders of science in a sensory-friendly environment!\n\n\n\nOn Sunday\, November 2\, Morehead Planetarium and Science Center will host a special event featuring interactive activities\, an engaging fulldome theater show\, captivating exhibits\, and dynamic science performances. With changes made to fit various sensory sensitivities\, this event is perfect for all ages and offers a unique opportunity to explore and enjoy science. \n\n\n\n\nLearn More
URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/science-for-all-a-sensory-friendly-science-night-3/
LOCATION:Morehead Planetarium and Science Center\, 250 E Franklin St\, Chapel Hill\, North Carolina\, 27516\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251104T180000
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SUMMARY:Carolina Science Cafe: Balancing Act
DESCRIPTION:Balancing Act: The Science of Pain\, Fatigue\, and Falls in Aging\n\n\n\nNow is the time for innovation in our efforts to engineer solutions to help people age gracefully – from preserving independence and enhancing community accessibility to preventing falls. In this talk\, Dr. Jason Franz\, a professor of biomedical engineering\, will summarize the latest in the UNC Applied Biomechanics Laboratory’s use of principles from neural control\, biomechanics\, wearable sensing\, and rehabilitation robotics to solve one of our society’s grand challenges. \n\n\n\n\n\nDesigned for adults\, Carolina Science Cafe is a free program that explores science topics making national and international headlines and offers the chance to meet the experts behind the work. This special program is hosted at Haw River Tap & Table in Carrboro on the first Tuesday of every month. Light appetizers are available for all attendees.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Speaker\n\n\n\nDr. Jason Franz (he/him) received his B.S. (2004) and M.S. (2006) degrees in Engineering Mechanics from Virginia Tech and\, after serving as a staff scientist in PM&R at the University of Virginia\, received his Ph.D. (2012) in Integrative Physiology from the University of Colorado\, Boulder. He then completed an NIH Post-Doctoral Fellowship in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. In 2015\, Dr. Franz joined the Lampe Joint Department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and North Carolina State University and is now a Full Professor and Director of the UNC Applied Biomechanics Laboratory.  \n\n\n\nDr. Franz’s research takes a mechanisms-based approach in rehabilitation engineering to develop solutions to help people age gracefully. He is the author of over 150 publications and currently serves as Principal Investigator on multiple NIH-funded research projects\, all predominantly focused on rehabilitation engineering strategies to mitigate age- and disease-related mobility impairment and falls risk. He also serves as Faculty Director for Postdoctoral Success\, where he supports the success\, recruitment\, and workforce development of postdoctoral trainees across the UNC School of Medicine. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nView Dr. Franz’s Work\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCarolina Science Cafe is produced by Morehead Planetarium and Science Center and sponsored by the UNC Chapter of Sigma Xi. \n\n\n\nYou do not need to register…just show up!
URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/carolina-science-cafe-balancing-act/
CATEGORIES:Special Programs,Teen And Adult Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T230000
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SUMMARY:Meteor Mixer
DESCRIPTION:Dance under the stars!\n\n\n\nOn Saturday\, November 15\, join us for an out-of-this-world night of dancing in our fulldome theater. With a DJ spinning a stellar lineup of music\, hors d’oeuvres\, and a selection of beer and wine\, the Meteor Mixer is the perfect time to experience Morehead like never before.  \n\n\n\nLeave the kids at home. This event is for adults 21+! \n\n\n\n\nPurchase tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat’s Included\n\n\n\n\nAccess to Morehead’s exhibits\, Launch Lab\, and fulldome theater dance party\n\n\n\nHors d’oeuvres and non-alcoholic beverages\n\n\n\nTwo drink tickets (selection of beer and wine)\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPricing/Discounts\n\n\n\n\nEarly Bird discount: $25 (available until October 20\, 2025)\n\nThe discount will appear once tickets are added to your cart.\n\n\n\n\n\nRegular ticket price: $30 (after October 20\, 2025)\n\n\n\nMember price: $25\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFood and drinks are available from 8 pm – 10 pm. Dancing in the dome is from 9 pm – 11 pm. \n\n\n\nThis is a 21+ event. No one under the age of 21 will be allowed into the event. IDs will be verified. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nPurchase tickets
URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/meteor-mixer/
LOCATION:Morehead Planetarium and Science Center\, 250 E Franklin St\, Chapel Hill\, North Carolina\, 27516\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251121T180000
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SUMMARY:Skywatching at Little River Regional Park
DESCRIPTION:Join Morehead Planetarium and Science Center and Chapel Hill Astronomical and Observational Society (CHAOS) for skywatching at Little River Regional Park! On this night\, we’ll be focusing on Saturn’s nearly edge-on rings. \n\n\n\nThis is an informal session\, so you can arrive and leave at any time during the program. However\, if you plan to attend\, we suggest bringing a blanket or chairs and some snacks so you can relax under the stars.  \n\n\n\nWe ask that you leave all pets at home\, even those on a leash. Darkness\, lots of people\, expensive telescopes\, and pets are a bad combination. Pets will not be permitted near the telescopes. \n\n\n\nPlease note that this event is weather-dependent. In the event of a cancellation\, we will provide updates on our website and social media. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHave more questions about skywatching? Visit our FAQs page! \n\n\n\n\nSkywatching FAQs
URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/skywatching-at-little-river-regional-park-3/
LOCATION:Little River Regional Park\, 301 Little River Park Way\, Rougemont\, North Carolina\, 27572\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T160000
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SUMMARY:Saturday Science Sparks: Stellar Gaming with UNC’s Young Worlds Lab
DESCRIPTION:Explore with the experts during Saturday Science Sparks\n\n\n\nWant to think like an astronomer? In our first-ever Saturday Science Sparks\, UNC’s Young Worlds Lab will be in the Hidden Lives of Stars exhibit—ready to explore the cosmos with you! These astronomers\, featured in the exhibit\, will take visitors of all ages on their journey of discovery. Study the stars\, ask questions\, try science tools\, and leave inspired! \n\n\n\nLocated at the Hidden Lives of Stars exhibit in the Polaris Gallery. \n\n\n\n\n\nMORE is happening at Morehead this year\n\n\n\nNew for 2026\, Saturday Science Sparks offers Morehead guests a closer encounter with current science. Covering topics like astronomy\, the physics of juggling\, and computer science\, this program collaborates with community partners and academic clubs\, bringing you up-close experiences in the exciting world of STEAM. Saturday Science Sparks is open to the public and included in admission. Mark your calendars for the second Saturday of each month!
URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/saturday-science-sparks-stellar-gaming/
LOCATION:Morehead Planetarium and Science Center\, 250 E Franklin St\, Chapel Hill\, North Carolina\, 27516\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T190000
DTSTAMP:20260418T110046
CREATED:20251217T233910Z
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SUMMARY:Yoga Under The Stars
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URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/yoga-under-the-stars-25/
CATEGORIES:Special Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T190000
DTSTAMP:20260418T110046
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SUMMARY:Yoga Under The Stars
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URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/yoga-under-the-stars-26/
CATEGORIES:Special Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260214T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260214T150000
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SUMMARY:Saturday Science Sparks: The Science of Puppy Love
DESCRIPTION:(Megan Mendenhall / Office of Research Communications)\n\n\n\n\nCan humans love robotic dogs?\n\n\n\nThis Valentine’s Day\, experience puppy love with Spot\, UNC-Chapel Hill’s very own robot dog! Take the reigns and bring this computerized canine to “life\,” while discovering the inner workings of how it moves and “thinks.” With the help of UNC’s Experimental Engineering Lab (EEL) and the Interactive Robotics and Novel Technologies (IRON) Lab\, you’ll be able to explore how scientists and engineers craft robots to engage with the world. Join us as these incredible labs share their work\, answer your burning questions\, and offer a behind-the-scenes look at life as a scientist! \n\n\n\nLocated in the Ivan R. King Gateway Gallery. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMORE is happening at Morehead this year\n\n\n\nNew for 2026\, Saturday Science Sparks offers Morehead guests a closer encounter with current science. Covering topics like astronomy\, the physics of juggling\, and computer science\, this program collaborates with community partners and academic clubs\, bringing you up-close experiences in the exciting world of STEAM. Saturday Science Sparks is open to the public and included in admission. Mark your calendars for the second Saturday of each month! \n\n\n\n\nLearn more about Saturday Science Sparks
URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/saturday-science-sparks-the-science-of-puppy-love/
LOCATION:Morehead Planetarium and Science Center\, 250 E Franklin St\, Chapel Hill\, North Carolina\, 27516\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T190000
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SUMMARY:Yoga Under The Stars
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/yoga-under-the-stars-27/
CATEGORIES:Special Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T150000
DTSTAMP:20260418T110047
CREATED:20260105T212022Z
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SUMMARY:Science for All Summit
DESCRIPTION:Turn Motivation into Action\n\n\n\nAre you a student\, educator\, or other change agent? The fourth annual Science for All Summit returns this year on February 19 and 20! Produced by Morehead Planetarium and Science Center\, this two-day Summit offers engaging conversations\, workshops\, and sessions focused on access and opportunity in science\, technology\, engineering\, and mathematics (STEM). \n\n\n\n\n\nAt the Summit\, we will provide opportunities to share new research findings\, exchange resources\, discuss strategies\, and demonstrate effective practices and interventions. The 2026 program will include keynote addresses by Dr. Connie Locklear\, Dr. Jessica Hernandez\, and Dr. Sarina Saturn.  \n\n\n\n\nLearn more about the Summit
URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/science-for-all-summit-2/
LOCATION:Friday Conference Center\, 100 Friday Center Dr\, Chapel Hill\, NC\, 27517\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Programs,Teen And Adult Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T203000
DTSTAMP:20260418T110047
CREATED:20260105T175214Z
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UID:38131-1771698600-1771705800@moreheadplanetarium.org
SUMMARY:Skywatching at Little River Regional Park
DESCRIPTION:Nothing goes together like a space enthusiast and a telescope! On Saturday\, February 21\, join Morehead staff and volunteers from Chapel Hill Astronomical and Observational Society (CHAOS) for awe-inspiring views of the night sky. With the help of our astronomy educators\, you can catch close-up views of the waxing crescent moon and peeks of Jupiter.  \n\n\n\nThis informal session is free and open to the public. You are welcome to arrive and leave at any time during the program. To make the most of your night\, we suggest bringing along a cozy blanket or some chairs and your favorite snacks for a relaxing time.  \n\n\n\nFor everyone’s safety and enjoyment\, please leave your pets at home\, even if they’re on a leash. The combination of darkness\, crowds\, expensive telescopes\, and pets isn’t ideal\, and pets won’t be allowed near the telescopes. \n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note that this event is weather-dependent. In the event of a cancellation\, we will provide updates on our website and social media. We can’t wait to share the wonders of the night sky with you! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHave more questions about skywatching? Visit our FAQs page! \n\n\n\n\nSkywatching FAQs
URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/skywatching-at-little-river-regional-park-4/
LOCATION:Little River Regional Park\, 301 Little River Park Way\, Rougemont\, North Carolina\, 27572\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T190000
DTSTAMP:20260418T110047
CREATED:20251217T234056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T234056Z
UID:38057-1772042400-1772046000@moreheadplanetarium.org
SUMMARY:Yoga Under The Stars
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/yoga-under-the-stars-28/
CATEGORIES:Special Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260301T180000
DTSTAMP:20260418T110047
CREATED:20260223T201115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T222540Z
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SUMMARY:Art in Bloom Community Experience
DESCRIPTION:Interpreting the zodiac element of fire\n\n\n\nFriday\, February 27 – Sunday\, March 1\n\n\n\nMorehead Planetarium and Science Center is thrilled to help kick off the North Carolina Museum of Art’s (NCMA) annual Art in Bloom\, presented by PNC Bank\, as a 2026 Community Activation Partner! In the spirit of the NCMA’s commitment to Art for All\, visitors can experience a stunning outdoor floral installation at Morehead from February 27 through March 1. Designed by Durham floral artist Adama Jay‑Harrison and her team at Lavish Leaf\, the installation interprets the zodiac element of fire\, creating a striking fusion of artistic imagination and science-inspired storytelling. This large-scale creation will frame Morehead’s Main Entrance\, offering a vibrant and welcoming start to Art in Bloom festivities across the Triangle. \n\n\n\nTo complement the installation\, Morehead educators will present special fire-themed demonstrations on the Science Stage throughout the day on Saturday\, February 28. Guests can explore how fire works as a chemical reaction that releases energy as heat and light\, and watch a classic “flame test” experiment that reveals how different elements produce different colors.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCommunity Experience Schedule\n\n\n\n\nFriday\, February 27: Floral installation opens\n\n\n\nSaturday\, February 28: Fire-themed science demonstrations\n\n\n\nSunday\, March 1: Floral installation closes\n\n\n\n\n\n		\n            \n                \n                    Looking for other ways to engage with Morehead and NCMA?                \n                \n                    On Saturday\, March 14\, we’ll join the NCMA and Raleigh Astronomy Club in the Museum Park for a free\, family-friendly evening of skywatching. Learn more about the skywatching session.
URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/art-in-bloom-community-experience/
LOCATION:Morehead Planetarium and Science Center\, 250 E Franklin St\, Chapel Hill\, North Carolina\, 27516\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Activities,Special Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="North Carolina Museum of Art":MAILTO:help@ncartmuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T123000
DTSTAMP:20260418T110047
CREATED:20260224T205634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T205704Z
UID:38762-1772874000-1772886600@moreheadplanetarium.org
SUMMARY:Science for All Youth Summit
DESCRIPTION:Explore STEM in new and exciting ways!\n\n\n\nSaturday\, March 7\, 2026 | 9 AM – 12:30 PM\n\n\n\nRegistration closes on March 1 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for a fun-filled day of STEM exploration! Designed for students in grades 4–7 from underserved and underrepresented backgrounds\, the Science for All Youth Summit offers hands-on activities led by college students from UNC‑Chapel Hill\, NC State\, and Duke. Past favorites include microscope discoveries\, lemon-powered circuits\, and biomechanics challenges. \n\n\n\nRegistration includes lunch\, swag\, and an event t‑shirt. \n\n\n\nThanks to the generous support of Gilead Sciences\, this program remains accessible for families. \n\n\n\nCome experiment\, create\, and discover something new!  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister for the Youth Summit today! Registration is open until March 1. \n\n\n\n\nLearn more about the Youth Summit
URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/science-for-all-youth-summit/
LOCATION:Morehead Planetarium and Science Center\, 250 E Franklin St\, Chapel Hill\, North Carolina\, 27516\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Programs,Youth Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T160000
DTSTAMP:20260418T110047
CREATED:20260223T183742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T183945Z
UID:38724-1772877600-1772899200@moreheadplanetarium.org
SUMMARY:Saturday Science Sparks — The Science of Attention: Juggling 101
DESCRIPTION:Via Instagram\, @juggling.club.unc\n\n\n\n\nThe Science of Attention: Juggling 101\n\n\n\nToo many balls in the air? Join the Juggling Club of Carolina and the Educating for the Virtues of Attention initiative as they demonstrate the math\, physics\, focus\, and fun behind juggling. On top of helping us keep our eyes (and minds) on the ball\, this Saturday Science Sparks session offers a hands-on\, in-motion opportunity for the whole family! Only at Morehead Planetarium and Science Center. \n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n\n\n10:00 am to 12:00 pm\n\n\n\n2:30 pm to 4:00 pm\n\n\n\n\nLocated in the Ivan R. King Gateway Gallery \n\n\n\nPlease note: there will be a midday break as the club members juggle their schedules.  \n\n\n\n\n\nMORE is happening at Morehead this year\n\n\n\nNew for 2026\, Saturday Science Sparks offers Morehead guests a closer encounter with current science. Covering topics like astronomy\, the physics of juggling\, and computer science\, this program collaborates with community partners and academic clubs\, bringing you up-close experiences in the exciting world of STEAM. Saturday Science Sparks is open to the public and included in admission.
URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/saturday-science-sparks-science-of-attention/
LOCATION:Morehead Planetarium and Science Center\, 250 E Franklin St\, Chapel Hill\, North Carolina\, 27516\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T213000
DTSTAMP:20260418T110047
CREATED:20260225T161401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T161402Z
UID:38766-1773516600-1773523800@moreheadplanetarium.org
SUMMARY:Skywatching: Art in Bloom Skygazing Community Day
DESCRIPTION:Interpreting the zodiac element of air\n\n\n\nMorehead Planetarium and Science Center is excited to serve as a Community Activation Partner for Art in Bloom\, an annual experience by the North Carolina Museum of Art (NCMA). In harmony with this year’s zodiac theme\, we’re highlighting the element of air with a free evening of skywatching in the NCMA Museum Park. \n\n\n\nOn Saturday\, March 14\, join us for guided stargazing led by Morehead educators\, constellation‑inspired activities\, and an outdoor floral installation crafted by Raleigh’s Bloom Works. This special night brings together art and astronomy for a beautiful\, family‑friendly experience under the open sky. Complimentary Art in Bloom giveaways will be offered while supplies last. The floral installation will remain on view through March 18. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOnline registration opens March 1 on the NCMA website. We look forward to celebrating the cosmos with you! \n\n\n\n\nLearn more\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBefore You Go: Helpful Tips & Important Details\n\n\n\nTo make the most of your evening under the stars\, we suggest bringing a cozy blanket or some chairs. For everyone’s safety and enjoyment\, we kindly ask that you leave your pets at home\, even if they’re on a leash. The combination of darkness\, crowds\, expensive telescopes\, and pets isn’t ideal\, and pets won’t be allowed near the telescopes. \n\n\n\nPlease note that this event is weather-dependent. In the event of a cancellation\, we will provide updates on our website and social media. We can’t wait to share the wonders of the night sky with you! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHave more questions about skywatching? Visit our FAQs page!  \n\n\n\n\nSkywatching FAQs
URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/skywatching-art-in-bloom-skygazing-community-day/
LOCATION:North Carolina Museum of Art — Museum Park\, 2110 Blue Ridge Road\, Raleigh\, North Carolina\, 27607
CATEGORIES:Special Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="North Carolina Museum of Art":MAILTO:help@ncartmuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T220000
DTSTAMP:20260418T110047
CREATED:20260105T181006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T172551Z
UID:38135-1774036800-1774044000@moreheadplanetarium.org
SUMMARY:Skywatching at Little River Regional Park
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the first day of spring with awe-inspiring views of the sky! On Friday\, March 20\, hang out under the stars with Morehead educators and volunteers from Chapel Hill Astronomical and Observational Society (CHAOS). In this free skywatching session\, you can catch Jupiter via telescope or binoculars!  \n\n\n\nTo make the most of your night\, we suggest bringing along a cozy blanket or some chairs and your favorite snacks for a relaxing time. You are welcome to arrive and leave at any time during the program.  \n\n\n\nFor everyone’s safety and enjoyment\, please leave your pets at home\, even if they’re on a leash. The combination of darkness\, crowds\, expensive telescopes\, and pets isn’t ideal\, and pets won’t be allowed near the telescopes. \n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note that this event is weather-dependent. In the event of a cancellation\, we will provide updates on our website and social media. We can’t wait to share the wonders of the night sky with you! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHave more questions about skywatching? Visit our FAQs page! \n\n\n\n\nSkywatching FAQs
URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/skywatching-at-little-river-regional-park-5/
LOCATION:Little River Regional Park\, 301 Little River Park Way\, Rougemont\, North Carolina\, 27572\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T203000
DTSTAMP:20260418T110047
CREATED:20260326T191042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T211210Z
UID:39008-1775066400-1775075400@moreheadplanetarium.org
SUMMARY:Artemis II Viewing Event
DESCRIPTION:(Photo credit: NASA/Joel Kowsky) \n\n\n\n\nTo the Moon with NASA’s Artemis II\n\n\n\nAstronauts are preparing to return to the Moon for the first time in over 50 years! As part of the Artemis II mission\, crewmembers Victor Glover\, Reid Wiseman\, Jeremy Hansen\, and North Carolina-raised Christina Koch are set to embark on a 10-day journey around the Moon with a target launch date of April 1\, 2026. \n\n\n\nTo celebrate\, Morehead Planetarium and Science Center will host a special Artemis II launch viewing event before Starry Nights: Spring Skies\, our special planetarium show for teen and adult learners. Exclusive to Starry Nights ticketholders\, this special event is available at no additional charge and is subject to change due to weather and safety at the launch site. \n\n\n\n\nGet Starry Nights tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKnow Before You Go\n\n\n\n\nNASA may postpone the Artemis II launch due to adverse weather conditions and safety concerns\, which could result in the cancellation of the Morehead viewing event. The launch window opens on April 1\, 2026\, at 6:24 p.m. EDT\, at which the launch can occur anytime within the next two hours. Learn more about NASA’s April mission availability.\n\n\n\nIn the event that the launch overlaps with the start of Starry Nights: Spring Skies (scheduled for 7 to 8:30 p.m. on April 1\, 2026)\, we will finish cheering on the Artemis II before heading to the fulldome theater for the planetarium show.\n\n\n\nThe Artemis II viewing event at Morehead Planetarium is subject to change based on updates to the official launch schedule. In the event of a postponed launch\, Starry Nights: Spring Skies will proceed as scheduled at 7 p.m.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEnjoy this video of Artemis II’s Christina Koch from Morehead’s 75th anniversary (2024).
URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/artemis-ii/
LOCATION:Morehead Planetarium and Science Center\, 250 E Franklin St\, Chapel Hill\, North Carolina\, 27516\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Programs,Teen And Adult Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T190000
DTSTAMP:20260418T110047
CREATED:20260205T154339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T154339Z
UID:38583-1777485600-1777489200@moreheadplanetarium.org
SUMMARY:Yoga Under The Stars
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/yoga-under-the-stars-29/
CATEGORIES:Special Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T190000
DTSTAMP:20260418T110047
CREATED:20260205T154734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T154734Z
UID:38595-1778090400-1778094000@moreheadplanetarium.org
SUMMARY:Yoga Under The Stars
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/yoga-under-the-stars-30/
CATEGORIES:Special Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T190000
DTSTAMP:20260418T110047
CREATED:20260205T154734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T154734Z
UID:38598-1778695200-1778698800@moreheadplanetarium.org
SUMMARY:Yoga Under The Stars
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/yoga-under-the-stars-31/
CATEGORIES:Special Programs
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