Polaris PJ Party

Dress your kids in their coziest pajamas for a cozy evening at the planetarium! Families will watch an award-winning 29-minute film following a curious polar bear and penguin as they explore the stars and investigate why polar regions experience long winter nights. Their journey takes them from a backyard observatory across Earth, Mars, and Saturn. The film works well for children ages 4 and up, and captions are available. After the show, step into a winter wonderland with hands-on snow science activities that bring the adventure to life. Warm up with hot cocoa featuring a fun twist—marshmallows topped with liquid nitrogen—and enjoy a photo opportunity with James the penguin and Vladimir the polar bear. Every family gets both a printed copy and digital version of their keepsake photo. Tickets are $13 for members and $15 for non-members (plus general admission), with free admission for Explorers Society members who also receive a bonus gift. The planetarium staff can answer questions about accessibility options when you arrive.