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UTA Planetarium

UTA Planetarium is one of the three largest planetariums in Texas. With its 60-foot dome projection surface, fully digital projection system, and advanced Digistar 7 software, UTA Planetarium provides unparalleled views of the night sky, the solar system, stars, and distant galaxies.
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Field Trips

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UTA Observatory

The UTA Observatory is open to the public for hands-on telescope viewing and events. Learn More

Public Shows

The UTA Planetarium offers weekly shows to the public. Check out our upcoming shows. Learn More

Special Events

The UTA Planetarium often hosts live music, movies nights, and mindfulness sessions. Check out our upcoming special events. Learn More

Special Project Hail Mary Themed Planetarium Show

With the upcoming release of the unforgettable sci-fi movie Project Hail Mary, the UTA Planetarium has partnered with Amazon MGM Studios to create a special planetarium show featuring the science behind the incredible story by Andy Weir. Join us Thursday, March 19th at 6pm for a FREE planetarium show. Project Hail Mary is a cosmic adventure you won’t want to miss. Only in theaters starting 3.20.26!

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Do you know someone who would love to come and see the stars in all their glory?

You can now share the night sky with all of the ones you love. Our astronomers will provide a night sky tour, present the solar system and other point-of-interest objects, and cover trending astronomy topics.

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UTA Planetarium Celebrates 20 Years of Inspiring Scientists

On the heels of a successful NASA mission to the moon, the University of Texas at Arlington is celebrating a milestone of its own. UTA’s planetarium marks 20 years and highlights its role in educating and inspiring future astronauts and scientists.

Planetarium Event Highlights

19 November

Planetarium receives $10,000 grant to provide field trips...

H-E-B Tournament of Champions Charitable Trust provides funding for a fourth year
3 September

UTA celebrates International Observe the Moon Night

Planetarium hosting free public moon viewing Sept. 14

11 January

UTA updates Planetarium in advance of once-in-a-lifetime...

Upgrades include advanced projection technology and renovated observatory interior

31 January

UTA planetarium receives $50,000 gift from Women Inspiring...

Donation will support new projection equipment, software and planetarium shows

Artemis I Moon Tree

After its orbit around the Moon, a sweetgum seedling, nicknamed the Moon Tree, touched down on UTA’s campus. Learn more about this historic living artifact of space exploration.

Shorthorn Article College of Science