On a two-year journey to Mars, astronauts will face extraordinary challenges—long distance, a closed environment, isolation, altered gravity, and radiation. What will it take to get astronauts to Mars—and back—safely? […]

Enjoy a wondrous journey through the world of color and beyond! Discover why the sky is blue, Mars is red, and why many things are the color they are. Tour […]

What’s better than a Tay Swift playlist? A Tay Swift playlist set to laser lights! Enjoy unforgettable hits from all of her ten distinct eras. Sing along to all your favorites and let the show transport you through different stories as only laser light can. Players gonna play, haters gonna hate, fakers gonna fake, so […]

Michael Jackson’s legacy cannot be overstated. The “King of Pop” is still regarded as one of the most culturally significant figures of the 20th century, having influenced fashion, film-making, dance, and of course, music. Now, prepare for a magical show of laser-light and music as we present the greatest hits of “The Gloved One.” Who’s […]

Cosmic Crafts For Kids You asked and we delivered! We brought back our topic based show serving up a simple craft followed by a short sky talk for our younger space explorers. Make something to take with you every month while you learn about what’s up in the sky. These shows feature a craft activity […]

A live presenter uses “the magic of the dome” to teach school-aged children about the sun, moon, weather, and the constellations and planets visible in the current sky. Along the way, fun stories, songs, and even a passing rainstorm help make this an exciting introduction to the sky for elementary school-aged children and their families. […]

Join showman extraordinaire “The Great Schiaparelli” as he takes the audience on a death-defying space-time adventure within his wondrous Observatorium. From the sun-scorched surface of Mercury to the icy expanses of Pluto and beyond, prepare to be subjected to the myriad dangers and wonders of our Solar System, on a breathtaking tour that reveals just […]

Join our live Planetarium presenter for an in-depth tour of our current sky over New Jersey! This ever-changing program explores the season’s constellations, bright stars, visible planets, deep sky objects, and celestial highlights. Constellation mythology and recent events are also included. Prepare to ask questions and even answer them as our presenter creates an informal […]

Summer is finally here, and we’re turning up the heat with a laser show that’s bursting with energy, color, and patriotic pride! Whether you’re kicking back at a BBQ or catching waves, join us at the Novins Planetarium for a musical celebration that captures the spirit of summer and the heart of America. Dance, sing, […]