Hallstrom Planetarium
Step into the universe at Hallstrom Planetarium. Housed at Indian River State College, this 40-foot dome theatre uses immersive digital projection and a state-of-the-art Spitz 512 system to bring the cosmos to life.
Travel through space, witness celestial events, and see the stars as they appear from Earth in the past, present, or future.
2026–2027 Events
Starlight series
Nine dome shows, one epic ride through the cosmos. From August through April, our 40-foot dome comes alive with journeys through black holes, expeditions to Mars, and the astronomical mystery behind the Star of Bethlehem.
Black holes
Sep 18–19, 2026
$7
Take a journey into the most mysterious formation in the universe: a black hole. Narrated by John de Lancie, known for Q from “Star Trek,” this thrilling program explores the edge of the unknown.
Show all showtimes
- Fri, Sep 187 PM & 8:30 PM
- Sat, Sep 191 PM & 2:30 PM
From stars to starfish
Oct 16–17, 2026
$7
From the oceans of the Earth, and out into the ocean of space, this program covers basic oceanography and its life, as well as viewing a recreation of the “celestial sea,” featuring stars and constellations in the autumn evening sky.
Show all showtimes
- Fri, Oct 167 PM & 8:30 PM
- Sat, Oct 171 PM & 2:30 PM
Star of wonder
Dec 4, 5, 11, 12, 2026
$7
An astronomer’s search for the mystery of the Nativity Star: what was the star that the Magi followed? This show has been a Hallstrom Planetarium tradition since 1993.
Show all showtimes
- Fri, Dec 4 & Fri, Dec 117 PM & 8:30 PM
- Sat, Dec 5 & Sat, Dec 121 PM & 2:30 PM
Astronomy day and STEAM talk
Jan 16, 2027
Free
Open house! NASA STEAM talk about space exploration at 5PM, trips through Space in the planetarium theater, and safe telescope viewing of the sun, moon, and the planets Mars, Jupiter and Saturn in the evening, courtesy of the Treasure Coast Astronomical Society.
Show all showtimes
- Sat, Jan 163 PM – 9 PM
- NASA STEAM talk5 PM
Red planet rising
Jan 29–Mar 6, 2027
$7
The planet Mars is the most earthlike world in our solar system, after Earth of course! We will investigate the red planet, as seen through telescopes and by many spacecraft that have landed and roamed across its barren landscape.
Show all showtimes
- Fridays – Jan 29, Feb 12, Mar 57 PM & 8:30 PM
- Saturdays – Jan 30, Feb 13, Mar 61 PM & 2:30 PM
Space songs
Apr 2–17, 2027
$7
Join Hallstrom Planetarium Director Jon Bell as he leads audiences in space and science-related songs, including “The Stars That Guide Us,” “Ode to Planet #9,” “Moon Crater,” and the ever-popular “Ballad of the Hertzsprung-Russell Diagram.” It’s the perfect blend of astronomy lecture and karaoke night.
Show all showtimes
- Fri, Apr 2 & Fri, Apr 167 PM & 8:30 PM
- Sat, Apr 3 & Sat, Apr 171 PM & 2:30 PM
2026–2027 Events
Kid Space
Little astronomers, big adventures! Kids ages 4-12 can blast off under the dome on select Saturdays at 10:30am, discovering the stars and constellations lighting up tonight’s sky. Just $7 per person, it’s the perfect way to spark a lifelong love of space.
Trip through space
Sep 19, 2026
It’s a cosmic tour of the solar system, and beyond! Strap in, blast off, and see the wonders of our place in space close up.
Stars to starfish Jr.
Oct 17, 2026
Explore the Earth’s oceans, and discover the ocean of stars above, and see if you can find a fish, a dolphin, and a whale in the evening skies of autumn!
Ornaments in the sky
Dec 5 & 12, 2026
Bright celestial objects shine in the night as the holidays approach. Like ornaments on a tree, these heavenly lights decorate our sky!
A bear goes to the moon
Jan 30, Feb 13 & Mar 6, 2027
What will be the first words uttered by the first bear to walk on the moon? And how will he and his friends from the 100-acre woods figure out how to launch a rocket to take them there?
Space songs Jr.
Apr 3 & 17, 2027
A live kids’ sing-along to lively tunes about outer space, including “Space Is the Place,” “Mr. Moon,” “Living on Mars,” and the short but funny “Black Hole Hokey-Pokey!”
2026–2027 Events
Laser light
Back by popular demand! Get ready for a cosmic-concert experience – pulsing music synced with dazzling laser-light visuals and special effects for a show that’s truly out of this world.
General admission: $12 · VIP with bean bag chair: $15
Fright light
Oct 30–31, 2026
Show all showtimes
- Fri, Oct 307 PM
- Sat, Oct 311 PM, 2:30 PM & 7 PM
Laser freedom
Nov 13–14, 2026
Show all showtimes
- Fri, Nov 137 PM
- Sat, Nov 141 PM, 2:30 PM & 7 PM
Awesome mix
Oct 30–31, Nov 14, 2026
Show all showtimes
- Fri, Oct 30 & Sat, Oct 318:30 PM
- Sat, Nov 148:30 PM
Dark side of the moon
Oct 30–31, Nov 14, 2026
Show all showtimes
- Fri, Oct 3010 PM
- Sat, Oct 314 PM & 10 PM
- Sat, Nov 144 PM & 10 PM
Tune In for More Astronomy
WQCS Radio, 88.9FM
Stay connected to the night sky with regular astronomy broadcasts hosted by Planetarium Director Jon U. Bell.
Skywatch — WQCS 88.9 FM
Daily sky updates, weekdays around 6:40 AM, 8:40 AM & 11:50 AM.
Sky Report — WPSL 1590 AM
Live astronomy conversations with Jon Bell, Mr. G, and Bonnie. Thursdays at 8:10 AM.
More ways to explore
Planetarium Gift Shop
Bring home something out of this world from the Hallstrom Planetarium Gift Shop! Your one-stop-shop for cool stuff – located just outside the planetarium entrance and open before and after most public events.
Field trips & special group presentations
Curriculum-based planetarium shows are available to K-12 public, private and homeschool classes on weekday mornings from October through April. Community groups can also book the planetarium theatre for any of our topical programs on astronomy and science. Teachers and other group leaders can book field trips and visits by dialing 772-462-7503
Telescopes & backyard astronomy
The Treasure Coast Astronomical Society (TCAS) provides telescopic views of the heavens after shows and hosts meetings at the planetarium on the last Tuesday of each month. For details, email arsenal1957@att.net
Ad Astra (To The Stars)
The Hallstrom Planetarium is part of Indian River State College and, as such, provides instruction for our students. If you’re interested in learning about astronomy, check out our public programs and our college classes by going to irsc.edu. Indian River State College is an EA/EO educational institution.
Plan your visit
Hallstrom Planetarium
Indian River State College
Fort Pierce, Florida
Phone: 772-462-4750
Toll-free: 1-800-220-9915
Email: boxoffice@irsc.edu
Box Office Hours: Monday–Friday, 11 AM – 3 PM
