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Magic Tree House Space Mission | Planetarium Show

Date: Sat, Sep 19, 2026

Time: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Venue: Morehead Planetarium & Science Center, Chapel Hill

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Category: Community

Join Jack and Annie for the adventure of a lifetime Travel with Jack and Annie, stars of the Magic Tree House® best-selling children’s book series, as they search for answers to a mysterious riddle they discover in a written note signed “–M.” Viewers peek into the treehouse and follow Jack and Annie on an exciting adventure as they meet a helpful astronomer and an astronaut. As they travel to an observatory and beyond into space, Jack and Annie nearly get … well, we don’t want to give the surprise away! The planetarium show Magic Tree House® Space Mission features series author (and UNC alumna) Mary Pope Osborne. This show is recommended for ages 5 and up.

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Magic Tree House Space Mission | Planetarium Show

“Park at Rams Head deck and walk over to avoid campus traffic delays.”

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Sat, Sep 19, 2026
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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What is Magic Tree House Space Mission | Planetarium Show? This is an interactive dome theater presentation at the Morehead Planetarium and Science Center that brings the popular children's book characters to the screen for an astronomical adventure. Before you head to Chapel Hill, keep in mind that this specific show is designed for children ages five and older. You will want to arrive at least fifteen minutes early to find parking in the nearby Raleigh Street gallery lot or the public Rams Head deck, as weekend parking on campus can require a short walk. Because the theater is dark and the sound is immersive, it is best to leave very young toddlers with a sitter. This event makes an excellent Saturday morning outing because it bridges the gap between summer reading and hands-on science. It is a simple, educational way to kick off the weekend before grabbing lunch on Franklin Street.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What age group is this planetarium show best for?
The Morehead Planetarium recommends this specific show for children ages five and older due to the dark environment and the pace of the storyline.
Where should we park for the event?
You can look for spaces in the Raleigh Street lot directly behind the planetarium, or use the Rams Head parking deck on Ridge Road and walk over.

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Magic Tree House Space Mission | Planetarium Show runs Sat, Sep 19, 2026, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM.

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Morehead Planetarium & Science Center is at 250 East Franklin St, Chapel Hill, NC 27599, Chapel Hill, NC. Open in Google Maps.

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