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Solar System Odyssey | Planetarium Show

Date: Sun, Sep 20, 2026

Time: 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Venue: Morehead Planetarium & Science Center, Chapel Hill

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Category: Community

A futuristic adventure, exploring what could happen if humans consume all the resources of Earth Jack Larson embarks on a quest to discover a new home for humans to colonize, piloting his spacecraft on a wild ride through our Solar System. Along his journey, Jack encounters a traveling companion who helps him search for answers to these questions: How are the worlds of our Solar System alike? How are they different? What must those worlds have in order for humans to live there? Together, they speed through an exciting exploration of our cosmic neighborhood, including the icy rings of Saturn, Jupiter’s volcano-ridden moon Io, and the sub-zero methane lakes of Saturn’s moon Titan. The material contained in this planetarium show is based on work supported by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) under grant award number NNX09AL78G. Any opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of NASA. This show is recommended for ages 8 and up.

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Solar System Odyssey | Planetarium Show

“Arrive 20 minutes early because they do not allow late seating once the dome goe”

When
This Sunday
Sun, Sep 20, 2026
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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Solar System Odyssey is an immersive dome show at the Morehead Planetarium and Science Center that takes audiences on a futuristic mission through space. The story follows a pilot searching for a habitable planet, taking viewers past the rings of Saturn and the icy moons of Jupiter. This show is best suited for school-aged children who can sit through a 45-minute presentation in a dark theater. While ticket prices vary, you can purchase them online in advance to secure your seats. Park at the Raleigh Road visitor lot or use the metered spots along Franklin Street, and plan to arrive at least fifteen minutes before showtime because late entry is not permitted. It makes a solid Sunday outing because it combines entertainment with real NASA-backed science. After the show, you can walk to Franklin Street for a slice of pizza or a scoop of ice cream to round out your afternoon in Chapel Hill.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What age group is this planetarium show best for?
The storyline and visual effects are ideal for elementary and middle school students who can sit comfortably in a darkened theater for 45 minutes.
Where should we park for the Morehead Planetarium?
You can look for metered street parking on Franklin Street or use the nearby Rosemary Street parking decks, which are a short walk from the entrance.

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Solar System Odyssey | Planetarium Show runs Sun, Sep 20, 2026, 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM.

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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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