BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Morehead Planetarium and Science Center - ECPv6.13.2.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Morehead Planetarium and Science Center X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Morehead Planetarium and Science Center REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T160000 DTSTAMP:20260417T111035 CREATED:20260108T184728Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T203313Z UID:38259-1768050000-1768060800@moreheadplanetarium.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2025-11.21-SnapPeaDinner-23-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260214T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260214T150000 DTSTAMP:20260417T111035 CREATED:20260116T153534Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T154543Z UID:38359-1771066800-1771081200@moreheadplanetarium.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/04062024_unc_science_expo_0128-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260301T180000 DTSTAMP:20260417T111035 CREATED:20260223T201115Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T222540Z UID:38740-1772202600-1772388000@moreheadplanetarium.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/HuthPhoto-CAHF2025-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Carolina Museum of Art":MAILTO:help@ncartmuseum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T123000 DTSTAMP:20260417T111035 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/2026_SFAYS_logo_fullcolor-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T160000 DTSTAMP:20260417T111035 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Screenshot-2026-02-23-at-1.23.12-PM.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T213000 DTSTAMP:20260417T111035 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/IMG_2263.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="North Carolina Museum of Art":MAILTO:help@ncartmuseum.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260411T160000 DTSTAMP:20260417T111035 CREATED:20260303T221901Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T222812Z UID:38806-1775905200-1775923200@moreheadplanetarium.org SUMMARY:UNC Science Expo DESCRIPTION:Join us for one of the biggest science celebrations in the state!\n\n\n\nEvery year\, Morehead Planetarium and Science Center hosts a day of science learning and fun for our community in partnership with UNC-Chapel Hill faculty\, students\, and staff. \n\n\n\nThe UNC Science Expo is a signature event of the annual North Carolina Science Festival and one of the biggest celebrations of science in the state. More than 100 booths staffed by UNC-Chapel Hill students\, researchers\, practitioners\, and community volunteers fill the quads surrounding Morehead Planetarium and Science Center. From hands-on activities and games to science demonstrations and behind-the-scenes lab tours\, the UNC Science Expo makes learning about science fun and engaging for people of all ages. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpot\, an agile mobile robot from Boston Dynamics\, wows the crowd at Morehead Planetarium and Science Center as part of the UNC Science Expo on Saturday\, April 6\, 2024. \n\n\n\n\nLearn More About the UNC Science Expo\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUNC Science Expo Parking\n\n\n\nIf you are attending the UNC Science Expo and plan to drive\, please allow extra time for parking due to limited options caused by the Expo and other events in Chapel Hill. Please note that the parking lot in front of Morehead Planetarium and Science Center (250 E Franklin Street) will be closed on April 11. \n\n\n\nFor campus parking options\, please visit maps.unc.edu/parking/. Parking is also available in town lots and on the street\, but public parking fees may apply. For more information about Town of Chapel Hill parking options\, visit parkonthehill.com. \n\n\n\nAccessible parking will be available on a first-come\, first-served basis in the Old East lot\, located on E Cameron Ave between the New East and Old East buildings. A drop-off zone will be available at the Morehead lot throughout the event. URL:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/calendar/unc-science-expo-5/ LOCATION:Morehead Planetarium and Science Center\, 250 E Franklin St\, Chapel Hill\, North Carolina\, 27516\, United States CATEGORIES:Special Activities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://moreheadplanetarium.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/ExpoLogo_FullColor_NavyText.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR