Morehead Planetarium & Science Center's Skywatching & Show: Lunar Eclipse
- When: Thursday, August 27, 2026, 9:30 pm
- Location: 250 East Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27599-3480
- Cost: $16.95 per child ages 3-18. $18.95 per Adult. Children under 3yrs are free.
Celebrate the lunar eclipse with Morehead’s astronomy educators!
Recommended for adults and for children ages 8 and older. Not recommended for young children.
Celebrate the partial lunar eclipse with a special evening at Morehead Planetarium and Science Center! Under the climate-controlled, always-clear planetarium sky, we’ll simulate the eclipse, tour the North Carolina night sky, and take a spectacular journey through our universe. If the weather permits, join us after the show for eclipse observing from the Morehead Sundial.
Schedule
9:30 – 10:30 PM | Carolina Skies: Lunar Eclipse show
10:30 PM – 12:30 AM | Free skywatching (weather permitting)
To make the most of your evening under the stars, we suggest bringing a cozy blanket or some chairs.
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- Contact Phone: (919) 962-1236
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- Category: Family Fun, Informational & Tours
Tickets are on sale online.
This event is weather-dependent. In the event of a cancellation, we will provide updates on our website and social media.
For everyone’s safety and enjoyment, we kindly ask that you leave your pets at home, even if they’re on a leash.
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