Star Families: Meteors and Other Night-Sky Wonders

Sat Dec 13 2025 at 12:00 pm to 01:00 pm UTC-05:00

Morehead Planetarium & Science Center | Chapel Hill

Morehead Planetarium & Science Center
Publisher/HostMorehead Planetarium & Science Center
Star Families: Meteors and Other Night-Sky Wonders
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The evening of December 13 will be the peak of the Geminid meteor shower! Prepare with your loved ones by learning what meteors look like and what causes them. Along the way, we’ll also experience an immersive, virtual meteor shower and take a look at other night-sky wonders.
Star Families is a special series that provides a live, family-friendly fulldome theater experience. Arrive before your show or stay after to browse our interactive exhibits, science demo spaces, and Cosmic Goods gift shop.
This program is recommended for families and children ages 7+. We hope to see you there!
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Morehead Planetarium & Science Center, Morehead Planetarium and Science Center, 250 E Franklin St, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, United States

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