The Ward Beecher Planetarium

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The Ward Beecher Planetarium Admission is always free, no reservations required! Show info at: http://www.wbplanetarium.org Evening programs are geared for general audiences.

The Ward Beecher Planetarium has been offering free programs on astronomy, space science, and related fields to the public for more than 40 years. Saturday afternoon programs normally are intended for families and children. Field trip programs are available during the day during the week; teachers should go to www.wbplanetarium.org for more information.

Another weekend -- better weather! See you Friday or Saturday, doors open 30 minutes before showtime.
10/20/2026

Another weekend -- better weather! See you Friday or Saturday, doors open 30 minutes before showtime.

Last chance this weekend to get the Halloween spirit! Doors open at 6:30.
10/17/2026

Last chance this weekend to get the Halloween spirit! Doors open at 6:30.

There's a chill in the air! Warm up before Homecoming with us! 11 of the 14 songs are UNIQUE from Nightlights! Doors op...
10/17/2026

There's a chill in the air! Warm up before Homecoming with us! 11 of the 14 songs are UNIQUE from Nightlights! Doors open at 12:30.

10/17/2026

Before and during early dawn, Mars, Jupiter and Regulus continue to draw together high in the southeast. If you get up early keep an eye on them. Mars and Jupiter will pass each other (by 1.2°) on the morning of November 16th. All three will bunch up most closely around November 25th.
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SHOWTIME! Join the horde tonight! Doors open at 6:30.
10/16/2026

SHOWTIME! Join the horde tonight! Doors open at 6:30.

The weather is SCARY this weekend -- come indoors and party with us! Doors open at 6:30 both nights!
10/15/2026

The weather is SCARY this weekend -- come indoors and party with us! Doors open at 6:30 both nights!

Sorry folks, the forecast is TOO CLOUDY tonight to look at the stars. With winter coming up fast, we will try again in ...
10/15/2026

Sorry folks, the forecast is TOO CLOUDY tonight to look at the stars. With winter coming up fast, we will try again in the spring.

Halloween fun continues this weekend -- and it's looking like it'll be a good time to be indoors! Join us!
10/13/2026

Halloween fun continues this weekend -- and it's looking like it'll be a good time to be indoors! Join us!

The weather is looking iffy - stay tuned!
10/12/2026

The weather is looking iffy - stay tuned!

Take a look at the night sky at Williamson Innovation Park! 🌌

The Ward Beecher Planetarium and Mahoning Valley Astronomical Society are hosting Experience the Night Sky on Thursday, October 15, from 6:30–9 p.m.

Families and community members can enjoy outdoor stargazing with telescopes provided. The event is weather dependent, and registration is preferred.🚀

Register here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/Egu8xgcVq1

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Youngstown, OH
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