Planetarium Shows
Ask Jeeves Planetarium
Our Ask Jeeves Planetarium is a state-of-the art full-dome digital projection system. This new system is capable of projecting a brilliant seamless image over the entire 70-foot dome surface and delivers jaw-dropping digital sound. The images surround the audience, extending beyond the peripheral vision, leading to an experience that is fully immersive and engaging.
Chabot’s digital dome seats 240 people under a 70-foot diameter screen, and features live and pre-recorded shows.
Check our calendar for showtimes on the date of your visit.
Astronaut
Ask Jeeves Planetarium
The exploration of space is the greatest endeavor that humankind has ever undertaken. What does it take to be part of this incredible journey? Experience a rocket launch from inside the body of an astronaut. Explore the amazing worlds of inner & outer space, from floating around the International Space Station to maneuvering through microscopic regions of the human body. Narrated by Ewan McGregor.
ASTRONAUT is produced by the National Space Centre.
Running Time 25 minutes
Secret of the Rocket
Ask Jeeves Planetarium
Two young adventurers turn an old cardboard box into a rocket and with the help of a magical book and their vivid imaginations blast off on an awesome journey to the most amazing places in the Solar System. Gasp in amazement at the huge planet Jupiter, find out what Saturn’s rings are made of and discover the secret of the cardboard rocket. The show has been upgraded for digital full-dome systems and provides an excellent introduction to the nine planets of our Solar System. Especially for ages 5 to 10.
Running Time 30 minutes
Seeing Stars:Cosmos 360
Ask Jeeves Planetarium
Live Planetarium Show
Fridays / Saturdays 6:30 pm & 8:30 pm
The stars are as richly diverse as the people who gaze at them and ask, What are they? How far away? How old? Why do they shine? Join us on a trek to learn how these luminaries are born, live, and die, and the importance of their lives to our very existence.
Running Time 35 minutes
Tales of the Maya Skies
Ask Jeeves Planetarium
Immerse yourself in the beauty of the "seventh wonder of the modern world," Mexico's Chichén Itzá. Hear the story of the ancient Maya civilization. Experience Tales of the Maya Skies, a new digital full-dome planetarium show produced by Chabot Space & Science Center. Narrated by Latin Grammy Award winner Lila Downs, Tales of the Maya Skies transports us to the jungles of Mexico, presenting the rich history and culture of the ancient Maya. Using the latest three dimensional laser scanning and advanced graphic techniques, Tales of the Maya Skies weaves together the richness of Maya culture, stories, science and contributions to our way of life.
A Chabot Space & Science Center production. Major funding provided by the National Science Foundation
Running Time 33 Minutes
Two Small Pieces of Glass
Ask Jeeves Planetarium
From Galileo to the Hubble, this 23 minute full dome digital show traces the history, wonder and discovery of the telescope over the last 400 years. Follow two students as they learn how the telescope has helped us understand our place in space and how they continue to expand our understanding of the Universe. Recommended for children ages 5 - 11.
Running Time 25 Minutes