RVCC Planetarium

Public Star Shows

• Laser Concerts
• Astronomy Shows & Laser Concerts
•                 There are no public shows from May 20 - July 9.
              July & August
• Just for Kids
• Special Events  
• The Sky Above - a program for those with autism or other developmental disabilities.
  
• Admission / General Policies
• Directions to the Planetarium
• Contact Us
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Star Shows and Laser Concerts

All shows run approximately 40 minutes.
Admission: $7 for one show, $12 for two shows on the same day

Call 908-231-8805 for reservations!

• Shows and Concerts start on time.
• No one is admitted into the planetarium after a show or concert has started; by order of the Fire Marshall.
• Please arrive 20-30 minutes before show time.
  Reservations are held until 10 minutes before the start of a show.
• Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
•  4:00 laser shows are recommended for ages 6 and older.
  8:00 laser shows are recommended for ages 12 and older.
  They use album versions of songs, not radio versions.
  Words are not edited or bleeped from the original artist's recording.

Scroll down for the Just for Kids schedule.

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There are no public shows between May 20 and July 9.

  July and August
 

Scroll down for show descriptions.

A family from another star system is seeking the perfect vacation spot.  Fly over the surface of Pluto, our best known Dwarf Planet.  Dive over the ice cliffs of Miranda.  Sail through the rings of Saturn.  Avoid the lightning storms on Jupiter.  Which destination will they choose?  This all-dome video program is made by the creators of "Secret of the Cardboard Rocket."  Recommended for ages 6-12.

Laser Pop Rock
Wednesdays, July 10 - August 28 at 3:00 p.m.

Listen to songs by a variety of artists while lasers draw pictures on the dome overhead.  Songs by One Direction, LMFAO, the Beatles, and other musicians and groups are featured in this popular laser concert.  Recommended for ages 6 and older.

Magic Tree House: Space Mission
Thursdays, July 11 - August 29 at 2:00 p.m.
Fridays, July 12 - August 30 at 7:00 p.m.

Young star gazers join Magic Tree House characters Jack and Annie as they discover the secrets of the Sun, Moon, planets, space travel, and more.  Who can help them answer the questions posted by the mysterious "M"?  The show is based on the same-titled, best-selling series of novels.  Recommended for ages 5 and older.

The Secret of the Cardboard Rocket
Thursdays, July 11 - August 29 at 3:00 p.m.

Two children tour the solar system in just one night with the help of their astronomy book and their imagination.  Recommended for ages 6-10.

Young star gazers join Magic Tree House characters Jack and Annie as they discover the secrets of the Sun, Moon, planets, space travel, and more.  Who can help them answer the questions posted by the mysterious "M"?  The show is based on the same-titled, best-selling series of novels.  Recommended for ages 5 and older.

Summer Skies
Fridays, July 12 & 26, August 9 & 23 at 8:00 p.m.

The Summer Triangle dominates the evening skies this season.  Venus and Saturn are also visible.  Join us on Friday evenings throught the summer to learn what stars and constellations you can see in the sky.  The program will include information about current events in astronomy.  Weather permitting, the 3M Observatory will be open after the show.  Recommended for ages 8 and older.

SETI: The Search for Extra-Terrestrial Intelligence
Fridays, July 19, August 2, 16, 30 at 8:00 p.m.

Are we alone in the Universe, or not?  Are there other worlds out there that can support life?  What might that life look like?  Is it possible to travel to other stars?  This stunning immersive show guides you through the myriad of ideas about our search for extra-terrestrial intelligence.  Recommended for ages 10 and older.

Laser Beatles
Fridays, July 12 & 19 at 9:00 p.m.

 
All shows run approximately 40 minutes.
Admission: $7 for one show, $12 for two shows on the same day

Call 908-231-8805 for reservations!

Perfect Little Planet  (Brand New Show!)
Wednesdays, July 10 - August 28 at 2:00 p.m.

A family from another star system is seeking the perfect vacation spot.  Fly over the surface of Pluto, our best known Dwarf Planet.  Dive over the ice cliffs of Miranda.  Sail through the rings of Saturn.  Avoid the lightning storms on Jupiter.  And walk on the surface of Mars.  Which destination will they choose?  Recommended for ages 6-12.

Laser Pop Rock
Wednesdays, July 10 - August 28 at 3:00 p.m.

Listen to songs by a variety of artists while lasers draw pictures on the dome overhead.  Songs by One Direction, LMFAO, the Beatles, and other musicians and groups are featured in this popular laser concert.  Recommended for ages 6 and older.

Young star gazers join Magic Tree House characters Jack and Annie as they discover the secrets of the Sun, Moon, planets, space travel, and more.  Who can help them answer the questions posted by the mysterious "M"?  The show is based on the same-titled, best-selling series of novels.  Recommended for ages 5 and older.

Two children tour the solar system in just one night with the help of their astronomy book and their imagination.  Recommended for ages 6-10.

The Sky Above

A planetarium show for families with children on the Autism Spectrum or with other developmental disabilities.

Sunday, June 9
Sunday, July 21
Sunday, August 18
     4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Ticket Price: $5.00 per person

All ages are welcome to this one-hour sensory-friendly program. The show will provide a comfortable and judgment-free space that is welcoming to all families. The doors will remain open so that children will be able to come and go. Lights will be left dim and audio will be lowered and at a consistent level. The sky show will include:
music, videos, planets, the Moon, constellations and laser lights.

Please call 908-231-8805 to make a reservation as we are limiting the number of visitors for each show.

    Family Resources

• No one is admitted into the planetarium after a show or concert has started;
  by order of the Fire Marshall.
• Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
• Please arrive 20-30 minutes before show time. Shows and Concerts must start on time.
• Admission is $7.00 per person, per show, all ages, unless otherwise noted.
• See two programs on the same day and get $2 off the second show.
• Try a laser concert with 3D glasses for an additional $2
• Same night Star Show and one Laser Concert for $12.00
• Groups of 15 or more see both for $11.00 per person
• General seating tickets will be held until 10 minutes before show time at the Planetarium Gift Shop.
• Reservations do not guarantee a seat if you are late for the show or concert.

Reservations are recommended for all shows by calling the Planetarium @ 908-231-8805.

RVCC is located between Routes 78 and 22.
Directions to the College here.
On campus, park in Lot #7 or #1 and proceed up the steps to the Planetarium.