A Solar System Symphony

System set to the music of ‘The Planets’ by Gustav Holst. Each of the seven movements in Holst’s orchestral suite represents the attributes of the Roman god or goddess the planet is named after. In listening order are Mars, the Bringer of War; Venus, the Bringer of Peace; Mercury, the Winged Messenger; Jupiter, the Bringer of Jollity; Saturn, the Bringer of Old Age; Uranus, the Magician; and Neptune, the Mystic.

All ticket sales are final. Please use our Directions page for information on parking and getting to the planetarium.

A note that this show is not specifically designed for kids – if you are interested in a show designed for a younger audience, please consider our Introductory Astronomy for Kids options (typically on the first Wednesday or the third Saturday of each month).

Visitor note: Advance online ticket purchase is recommended. Late arrivals are not admitted.