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After Dark – Apollo Anniversary Special
20th July 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Celebrate the momentous achievement of the 1969 Apollo mission at this special After Dark event, which includes a virtual Moon landing at 21:17 in the newly upgraded planetarium, the exact moment the Apollo astronauts touched down.
Fun Moon-themed activities will be taking place in the Invention Studio, including an opportunity to taste space food, smell the Moon and handle a little piece of the actual Moon.
The evening includes new Planetarium film show CAPCOM GO! at 19:17, exactly two hours prior to Apollo 11 touch down. This immersive fulldome documentary showcases the achievements of the Apollo project with stunning graphics.
At 21:00 our experienced presenters will take you on a live virtual space flight, which will include a Moon landing at 21:17, exactly 50 years after Apollo 11.
In addition to the planetarium shows, there’s plenty of time to explore your own curiosity in science with full access to the hands-on exhibition floors, including Explorer:Space.
The Hub Cafe & Bar will be open for drinks and light snacks.
Event Schedule:
18:00 Doors open; exhibition floors and bar open
19:17 Planetarium Show: CAPCOM GO!
21:00 Live Planetarium Show
22:00 Event ends
Tickets:
£12.50 per person (50% discount for Annual Pass holders).
Strictly ages 18yr+. If you’re lucky enough to look younger, please bring ID.