Charles W. Brown Planetarium
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Nov 15, 2025
Saturday
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One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure
3:30pm @
Charles W. Brown Planetarium, Ball State University
2111 West Riverside Avenue
Saturdays: Nov. 15, 22 at 3:30 p.m.
Take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, find shapes in the sky, and learn about the North Star in this cross-cultural adventure with Big Bird, Elmo, and their friend Hu Hu Zhu from China.
Perfect for families and groups with pre-K through 1st grade learners; all ages are welcome.Plan Your Visit to the Planetarium
Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close once full or 15 minutes after showtime, and no entry is permitted after that time.
We Are Astronomers
5pm @
Charles W. Brown Planetarium, Ball State University
2111 West Riverside Avenue
Saturdays: Nov. 15, 22 at 5:00 p.m.
Narrated by David Tennant, explore exactly what astronomers do to answer the questions of the Universe, featuring info on NASA's James Webb Space Telescope and the Large Hadron Collider.
Most suitable for adults and ages 8+; all ages welcome.Plan Your Visit to the Planetarium
Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close once full or 15 minutes after showtime, and no entry is permitted after that time.
Nov 21, 2025
Friday
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One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure
5pm @
Charles W. Brown Planetarium, Ball State University
2111 West Riverside Avenue
Fridays: Nov. 14, 21 at 5:00 p.m.
Take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, find shapes in the sky, and learn about the North Star in this cross-cultural adventure with Big Bird, Elmo, and their friend Hu Hu Zhu from China.
Perfect for families and groups with pre-K through 1st grade learners; all ages are welcome.Plan Your Visit to the Planetarium
Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close once full or 15 minutes after showtime, and no entry is permitted after that time.
Water Worlds Live
6:30pm @
Charles W. Brown Planetarium, Ball State University
2111 West Riverside Avenue
Fridays: Nov. 14, 21 at 6:30 p.m.
Saturdays: Nov. 15, 22 at 6:30 p.m.
From icy moons to craters, discover where water hides in our solar system—and what it means for life on Earth.
Most suitable for adults and ages 10+; all ages welcome.Plan Your Visit to the Planetarium
Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close once full or 15 minutes after showtime, and no entry is permitted after that time.
Nov 22, 2025
Saturday
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One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure
3:30pm @
Charles W. Brown Planetarium, Ball State University
2111 West Riverside Avenue
Saturdays: Nov. 15, 22 at 3:30 p.m.
Take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, find shapes in the sky, and learn about the North Star in this cross-cultural adventure with Big Bird, Elmo, and their friend Hu Hu Zhu from China.
Perfect for families and groups with pre-K through 1st grade learners; all ages are welcome.Plan Your Visit to the Planetarium
Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close once full or 15 minutes after showtime, and no entry is permitted after that time.
We Are Astronomers
5pm @
Charles W. Brown Planetarium, Ball State University
2111 West Riverside Avenue
Saturdays: Nov. 15, 22 at 5:00 p.m.
Narrated by David Tennant, explore exactly what astronomers do to answer the questions of the Universe, featuring info on NASA's James Webb Space Telescope and the Large Hadron Collider.
Most suitable for adults and ages 8+; all ages welcome.Plan Your Visit to the Planetarium
Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close once full or 15 minutes after showtime, and no entry is permitted after that time.
Water Worlds Live
6:30pm @
Charles W. Brown Planetarium, Ball State University
2111 West Riverside Avenue
Fridays: Nov. 14, 21 at 6:30 p.m.
Saturdays: Nov. 15, 22 at 6:30 p.m.
From icy moons to craters, discover where water hides in our solar system—and what it means for life on Earth.
Most suitable for adults and ages 10+; all ages welcome.Plan Your Visit to the Planetarium
Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close once full or 15 minutes after showtime, and no entry is permitted after that time.
Dec 5, 2025
Friday
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The Christmas Star
5pm @
Charles W. Brown Planetarium, Ball State University
2111 West Riverside Avenue
Fridays: Dec. 5, 12 at 5:00 p.m. & 6:30 p.m.
Saturdays: Dec. 6, 13 at 5:00 p.m. & 6:30 p.m.
Join us for a program that explores possible natural explanations for the Star of Bethlehem—from a brilliant exploding star to a passing comet and more.
Suitable for all ages 10+; all ages are welcome.Plan Your Visit to the Planetarium
Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close once full or 15 minutes after showtime, and no entry is permitted after that time.
The Christmas Star
6:30pm @
Charles W. Brown Planetarium, Ball State University
2111 West Riverside Avenue
Fridays: Dec. 5, 12 at 5:00 p.m. & 6:30 p.m.
Saturdays: Dec. 6, 13 at 5:00 p.m. & 6:30 p.m.
Join us for a program that explores possible natural explanations for the Star of Bethlehem—from a brilliant exploding star to a passing comet and more.
Suitable for all ages 10+; all ages are welcome.Plan Your Visit to the Planetarium
Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close once full or 15 minutes after showtime, and no entry is permitted after that time.
Dec 6, 2025
Saturday
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Earth, Moon, and Sun
3:30pm @
Charles W. Brown Planetarium, Ball State University
2111 West Riverside Avenue
Saturdays: Dec. 6, 13 at 3:30 p.m.
Coyote’s many misconceptions about Earth and its neighbors spark curiosity and lead viewers to explore how the Earth, Moon, and Sun work together as a system, distinguishing myth from science.
Best suited for families and groups with kids ages 8+; all ages are welcome.Plan Your Visit to the Planetarium
Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close once full or 15 minutes after showtime, and no entry is permitted after that time.
The Christmas Star
5pm @
Charles W. Brown Planetarium, Ball State University
2111 West Riverside Avenue
Fridays: Dec. 5, 12 at 5:00 p.m. & 6:30 p.m.
Saturdays: Dec. 6, 13 at 5:00 p.m. & 6:30 p.m.
Join us for a program that explores possible natural explanations for the Star of Bethlehem—from a brilliant exploding star to a passing comet and more.
Suitable for all ages 10+; all ages are welcome.Plan Your Visit to the Planetarium
Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close once full or 15 minutes after showtime, and no entry is permitted after that time.
The Christmas Star
6:30pm @
Charles W. Brown Planetarium, Ball State University
2111 West Riverside Avenue
Fridays: Dec. 5, 12 at 5:00 p.m. & 6:30 p.m.
Saturdays: Dec. 6, 13 at 5:00 p.m. & 6:30 p.m.
Join us for a program that explores possible natural explanations for the Star of Bethlehem—from a brilliant exploding star to a passing comet and more.
Suitable for all ages 10+; all ages are welcome.Plan Your Visit to the Planetarium
Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close once full or 15 minutes after showtime, and no entry is permitted after that time.
Dec 12, 2025
Friday
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The Christmas Star
5pm @
Charles W. Brown Planetarium, Ball State University
2111 West Riverside Avenue
Fridays: Dec. 5, 12 at 5:00 p.m. & 6:30 p.m.
Saturdays: Dec. 6, 13 at 5:00 p.m. & 6:30 p.m.
Join us for a program that explores possible natural explanations for the Star of Bethlehem—from a brilliant exploding star to a passing comet and more.
Suitable for all ages 10+; all ages are welcome.Plan Your Visit to the Planetarium
Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close once full or 15 minutes after showtime, and no entry is permitted after that time.
The Christmas Star
6:30pm @
Charles W. Brown Planetarium, Ball State University
2111 West Riverside Avenue
Fridays: Dec. 5, 12 at 5:00 p.m. & 6:30 p.m.
Saturdays: Dec. 6, 13 at 5:00 p.m. & 6:30 p.m.
Join us for a program that explores possible natural explanations for the Star of Bethlehem—from a brilliant exploding star to a passing comet and more.
Suitable for all ages 10+; all ages are welcome.Plan Your Visit to the Planetarium
Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close once full or 15 minutes after showtime, and no entry is permitted after that time.
Dec 13, 2025
Saturday
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Earth, Moon, and Sun
3:30pm @
Charles W. Brown Planetarium, Ball State University
2111 West Riverside Avenue
Saturdays: Dec. 6, 13 at 3:30 p.m.
Coyote’s many misconceptions about Earth and its neighbors spark curiosity and lead viewers to explore how the Earth, Moon, and Sun work together as a system, distinguishing myth from science.
Best suited for families and groups with kids ages 8+; all ages are welcome.Plan Your Visit to the Planetarium
Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close once full or 15 minutes after showtime, and no entry is permitted after that time.
The Christmas Star
5pm @
Charles W. Brown Planetarium, Ball State University
2111 West Riverside Avenue
Fridays: Dec. 5, 12 at 5:00 p.m. & 6:30 p.m.
Saturdays: Dec. 6, 13 at 5:00 p.m. & 6:30 p.m.
Join us for a program that explores possible natural explanations for the Star of Bethlehem—from a brilliant exploding star to a passing comet and more.
Suitable for all ages 10+; all ages are welcome.Plan Your Visit to the Planetarium
Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close once full or 15 minutes after showtime, and no entry is permitted after that time.
The Christmas Star
6:30pm @
Charles W. Brown Planetarium, Ball State University
2111 West Riverside Avenue
Fridays: Dec. 5, 12 at 5:00 p.m. & 6:30 p.m.
Saturdays: Dec. 6, 13 at 5:00 p.m. & 6:30 p.m.
Join us for a program that explores possible natural explanations for the Star of Bethlehem—from a brilliant exploding star to a passing comet and more.
Suitable for all ages 10+; all ages are welcome.Plan Your Visit to the Planetarium
Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close once full or 15 minutes after showtime, and no entry is permitted after that time.
Dec 20, 2025
Saturday
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Winter Solstice Chair Yoga in the Planetarium at 2:30 p.m.
2:30pm to 3:30pm @
Charles W. Brown Planetarium, Ball State University
2111 West Riverside Avenue
Cost: $15, registration required Start: December 20, 2025 2:30 p.m.
End: December 20, 2025 3:30 p.m.
Register for a very special Winter Solstice-themed Chair Yoga event at the Brown Planetarium on Saturday, December 20th.
Get ready for the shortest day of the year with chair yoga under the stunning planetarium sky. Additionally, you’ll enjoy a brief tour of the winter night sky and learn about the science behind this time of year.
🪑 Times: 2:30 PM | 4:00 PM | 5:30 PM on Saturday, December 20th, sessions last roughly 60-minutes
💲 Cost: $15, registration requiredNo experience needed—just bring yourself, some comfy clothes, and curiosity!
Waivers are required, so arrive early to sign and secure your spot under the stars.
🔗 Register at https://commerce.cashnet.com/BALL_ESS058?cname=YOGA
Winter Solstice Chair Yoga in the Planetarium at 4:00 p.m.
4pm to 5pm @
Charles W. Brown Planetarium, Ball State University
2111 West Riverside Avenue
Cost: $15, registration required Start: December 20, 2025 4 p.m.
End: December 20, 2025 5 p.m.
Register for a very special Winter Solstice-themed Chair Yoga event at the Brown Planetarium on Saturday, December 20th.
Get ready for the shortest day of the year with chair yoga under the stunning planetarium sky. Additionally, you’ll enjoy a brief tour of the winter night sky and learn about the science behind this time of year.
🪑 Times: 2:30 PM | 4:00 PM | 5:30 PM on Saturday, December 20th, sessions last roughly 60-minutes
💲 Cost: $15, registration requiredNo experience needed—just bring yourself, some comfy clothes, and curiosity!
Waivers are required, so arrive early to sign and secure your spot under the stars.
🔗 Register at https://commerce.cashnet.com/BALL_ESS058?cname=YOGA
Winter Solstice Chair Yoga in the Planetarium at 5:30 p.m.
5:30pm to 6:30pm @
Charles W. Brown Planetarium, Ball State University
2111 West Riverside Avenue
Cost: $15, registration required Start: December 20, 2025 5:30 p.m.
End: December 20, 2025 6:30 p.m.
Register for a very special Winter Solstice-themed Chair Yoga event at the Brown Planetarium on Saturday, December 20th.
Get ready for the shortest day of the year with chair yoga under the stunning planetarium sky. Additionally, you’ll enjoy a brief tour of the winter night sky and learn about the science behind this time of year.
🪑 Times: 2:30 PM | 4:00 PM | 5:30 PM on Saturday, December 20th, sessions last roughly 60-minutes
💲 Cost: $15, registration requiredNo experience needed—just bring yourself, some comfy clothes, and curiosity!
Waivers are required, so arrive early to sign and secure your spot under the stars.
🔗 Register at https://commerce.cashnet.com/BALL_ESS058?cname=YOGA





