Limited hours
We will be open initially only at 3 p.m., 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Tuesdays and Fridays for advance bookings.
Shows
These special shows are themed in three categories: planets, stars and the moon. They will include a live presentation, a full-dome planetarium show, access to robotically controlled telescopes, an activity and special materials and souvenirs.
Special program tickets
Because seating is so limited, groups must purchase their tickets for special package programs online in advance. No cash sales can be accommodated at the Planetarium.
Seating is limited
We can accommodate two households of up to five people each per program — one on each side of the Star Theater — with guided experiences of the facilities. Buy your tickets early.
Face coverings and social distancing required
Social distancing and masks/face coverings are required for all on-site University programs. Thanks for understanding. (Just imagine you’re wearing spacesuits for NASA!)
Paul McFarlane is the Director of the Fleischmann Planetarium and Science Center. An educator, Paul taught for more than 25 years in the Washoe County School District. He has studied astronomy and astrophysics at the University of Nevada, Reno’s Department of Physics, doing coursework and research using the McLean Observatory telescopes at the Redfield Campus. McFarlane also trained at Johnson and Kennedy Space Centers with aerospace and NASA experts in astronomy, engineering and planetary science.