event
International Astronomy Day 2026
Sat, Apr 25 · 11:00am–3:00pm
Center City·mixed·$29
A stellar outing for kids fascinated by space and science.
At a glance
- Price
- $29
- Ages
- All ages
- Location
- Center City
- Setting
- mixed
- Time
- ~3 hours
- Signup
- Drop-in
What to know
- •Interactive exhibits across four floors
- •Special guest: Chief Astronomer Derrick Pitts
- •Solar viewing and rocket launch finale
More details
Celebrate International Astronomy Day at The Franklin Institute
Spend the day unlocking the mysteries of the universe across four floors of out-of-this-world experiences, including the two-story Wondrous Space exhibit, Fels Planetarium, and the Holt & Miller Observatory. Featured Programming includes Solar Viewing in Science Park, Space Suit Show, Explosive Trash Can Rocket Launch Finale, and more. Special Guest: Chief Astronomer Derrick Pitts.
