About this Event
Moonbase the Next Step
Date: 5/15/2026
Time: 7:30PM-8:30PM
Location: McHenry County College, Liebman Science Building, Building F, Planetarium
Age-appropriate level: 8 years old to adult
THE NEXT STEP is the story of this human endeavor, pushing scientific and technological advances to the limit. Traveling the 250,000 miles and surviving the hostile and alien conditions of reduced gravity, extreme temperatures and toxic lunar dust, we explain the science and technology for this brave mission to happen. Follow our story filled with awe, danger, trepidation and share the wonder of the lunar environment. Prepare for a hostile and breath-taking lunar experience… The show will include a live portion including current night sky highlights along with visual tours of some incredible features of the solar system and the universe. Following the live portion of the show, the feature film will be presented on the dome theatre for a one-of-a-kind immersive experience.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
McHenry County College, 8900 Northwest Highway 14, Crystal Lake, United States
USD 7.18 to USD 12.51
