UNT Sky Theater

UNT Sky Theater We are a fully immersive planetarium. Educating & entertaining the world 100 seats at a time. Public shows occur on weekends and change each month.

Check here for schedules and showtimes. We’re also available for scheduling private reservations. ABOUT US
The Sky Theater Planetarium is in the Environmental Sciences Building on the University of North Texas campus in Denton, TX. This unique 100 seat, 40-foot domed theater features a 360° full dome Digistar projection system integrated with a 5.1 surround sound that brings visitors stunning view

s of the known universe. Feel the thrill of traveling to nearby stars, riding a celestial roller coaster, or winding through a field of electrons within an atom. Come join us for the most immersive educational experience in North Texas! Sky Theater Planetarium presents a variety of entertaining and educational programs for school field trips, the public and the university. For more information browse through our links in the sidebar. Contact Us: (940) 369-8213 | [email protected] | www.astronomy.unt.edu

PUBLIC SHOW INFORMATION
Our public show times and shows can be found posted here and on the Now Showing page of our website. Our shows change each month, so make sure to check back for updates. WHAT TO EXPECT: Each of our Public Shows feature both the scheduled show and a Sky Tonight Presentation. During the Sky Tonight Presentation your host will show you how to find constellations, planets, and other interesting celestial objects you can find in the sky that evening. All shows last about 50 minutes in total. TICKETING & ADMISSION: May be purchased in advance online or at our Box Office that opens 20 minutes before each show time. Ticket sales and online validation close 5 minutes after show time. Late admission is not permitted, so plan on arriving a little early. The Box Office and the Planetarium are in the far North-East corner of the building, down the hallway with The John D. Hooser Memorial Exhibit and video wall. All ticket prices are listed on the Now Showing page of our website. Tickets should only be purchased through eTix and no other 3rd parties. PARKING: Please note that if you park in the FS-11 Lot next to the building there is a fee but you can also park for free on the shoulders of Hickory St or Oak St next to the building. Parking is by the University Transportation Services. All information for Sky Theater parking can be found on the Parking and Directions page of our website. PRIVATE SHOW RESERVATIONS
Sky Theater also offers Private Show Reservations for field trips, home schools, birthdays, scout troops, business retreats, creative dates, wedding proposals, and more. Private shows include a show chosen from our Show Library and a Sky Tonight Presentation from your host. More information on Private Show Reservations can be found on our website.

FS-11 Parking Lot Building Entrance Closed❗⚠Due to building construction, the FS-11 Parking Lot Entrance is closed. Sky ...
08/28/2026

FS-11 Parking Lot Building Entrance Closed❗⚠

Due to building construction, the FS-11 Parking Lot Entrance is closed. Sky Theater is OPEN and so is the FS-11 Lot. Once arrived for your show, please use the front entrances that face Mulberry Street indicated in blue below.

Reminder: This is the show schedule for the upcoming weekend, August 29th- 30th, 2026.Purchase tickets online:https://ww...
08/27/2026

Reminder: This is the show schedule for the upcoming weekend, August 29th- 30th, 2026.

Purchase tickets online:
https://www.etix.com/ticket/v/27809/unt-sky-theater

Saturdays:
11:30am- Children’s Matinee: Solar System Tours
1:00pm- Phantom of the Universe
5:30pm- The Planets & Beyond (Live Show)

Sundays:
1:30pm- The Sun, Our Living Star
3:00pm- The Chronological Universe (Live Show)

Tickets can also be purchased in our box office 20 minutes before the show starts. We hope to see you there!

For more visit our website: https://astronomy.unt.edu/index.html

Astronomy Picture of the Day! Comet 220P is unexpectedly bright. Normally, periodic Comet 220P/McNaught is so dim that t...
08/24/2026

Astronomy Picture of the Day!

Comet 220P is unexpectedly bright. Normally, periodic Comet 220P/McNaught is so dim that to see it requires a telescope. Two surprising outbursts this year, however, have made it about 20,000 times brighter than usual, so that it is now visible with binoculars and long-duration camera exposures.

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Reminder: This is the show schedule for the upcoming weekend, August 22nd- 23rd, 2026.Purchase tickets online:https://ww...
08/21/2026

Reminder: This is the show schedule for the upcoming weekend, August 22nd- 23rd, 2026.

Purchase tickets online:
https://www.etix.com/ticket/v/27809/unt-sky-theater

Saturdays:
11:30am- Children’s Matinee: Solar System Tours
1:00pm- Phantom of the Universe
5:30pm- The Planets & Beyond (Live Show)

Sundays:
1:30pm- The Sun, Our Living Star
3:00pm- The Chronological Universe (Live Show)

Tickets can also be purchased in our box office 20 minutes before the show starts. We hope to see you there!

For more visit our website: https://astronomy.unt.edu/index.html

First Flight Week at UNT Astronomy 🔭 What better way to welcome our newest Mean Green than with a little astronomy? Duri...
08/20/2026

First Flight Week at UNT Astronomy 🔭

What better way to welcome our newest Mean Green than with a little astronomy?

During UNT’s First Flight Week for Fall 2026, the UNT Astronomy Sky Theater welcomed incoming freshmen with engaging shows designed to introduce them to free astronomy show, our courses, and the incredible resources we have right here at UNT including our observatory!

We were thrilled to see such a great crowd come out and share in the experience! We can’t wait to host more fun and exciting events throughout the year.

Welcome to UNT,🦅
Go Mean Green! 💚

Astronomy Picture of the Day! This total solar eclipse appeared not only poetically beautiful but scientifically interes...
08/17/2026

Astronomy Picture of the Day!

This total solar eclipse appeared not only poetically beautiful but scientifically interesting as usually the solar corona appears white.

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Reminder: This is the show schedule for the upcoming weekend, August 15th- 16th, 2026.Purchase tickets online:https://ww...
08/14/2026

Reminder: This is the show schedule for the upcoming weekend, August 15th- 16th, 2026.

Purchase tickets online:
https://www.etix.com/ticket/v/27809/unt-sky-theater

Saturdays:
11:30am- Children’s Matinee: Solar System Tours
1:00pm- Phantom of the Universe
5:30pm- The Planets & Beyond (Live Show)

Sundays:
1:30pm- The Sun, Our Living Star
3:00pm- The Chronological Universe (Live Show)

Tickets can also be purchased in our box office 20 minutes before the show starts. We hope to see you there!

For more visit our website: https://astronomy.unt.edu/index.html

Astronomy Picture of the Day! Possibly in a billion years or so, NGC 4622A and NGC 4622B will merge and become one singl...
08/10/2026

Astronomy Picture of the Day!

Possibly in a billion years or so, NGC 4622A and NGC 4622B will merge and become one single galaxy. All of these galaxies are likely members of the larger Centaurus Galaxy Cluster.

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Reminder: This is the show schedule for the upcoming weekend, August 8th- 9th, 2026.Purchase tickets online:https://www....
08/07/2026

Reminder: This is the show schedule for the upcoming weekend, August 8th- 9th, 2026.

Purchase tickets online:
https://www.etix.com/ticket/v/27809/unt-sky-theater

Saturdays:
11:30am- Children’s Matinee: Solar System Tours
1:00pm- Phantom of the Universe
5:30pm- The Planets & Beyond (Live Show)

Sundays:
1:30pm- The Sun, Our Living Star
3:00pm- The Chronological Universe (Live Show)

Tickets can also be purchased in our box office 20 minutes before the show starts. We hope to see you there!

For more visit our website: https://astronomy.unt.edu/index.html

Astronomy Picture of the Day! What's happening to this meteor? This bright meteor streak appeared and disappeared quickl...
08/04/2026

Astronomy Picture of the Day!

What's happening to this meteor? This bright meteor streak appeared and disappeared quickly during a long exposure of the Great Lacerta Nebula, seen faintly in red toward the center of the image.

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