Planetarium Go!

Calling all future star explorers to St Peter’s Square this Spring!

As the city keenly awaits the arrival of Planetarium Go! in Manchester this May, it has been confirmed that Manchester Libraries library card holders will get an exclusive 10% discount on tickets on its fantastic experiences throughout the month – see details below.

In addition, Central Library is delighted to reveal some special intergalactic events for all the family that it will be hosting while the Planetarium is in town.

On Saturday 9 May, brace yourself for an afternoon of space hopping, wacky experiments, moon walking, moon rock races, and more!

Whereas those jetting into the library the following weekend, Saturday 16 May, can expect a special space-age edition of Central Library’s legendary Family Film Club, plus an afternoon of themed out-of-this-world activities.

Clustered around the Performance Space on the ground floor of Central Library, all of these stellar events within the library will be completely FREE to attend.

You can see the full itinerary below – just drop in….

Saturday 9 May, Performance Space, 1-4pm, FREE Activity Plan: 

• 1-4pm Performance Space 2+3: Kids disco with space-themed competitions and crafts including moon rock races, space hoppers race, hoola hoop challenge, build-an-alien craft
• 1-2pm Performance Space 1: Science session delivered by Love Science
• 2-3pm Performance Space 1: Space-themed storytime session delivered by Tessa Singh, author of Little Bob saves the world

Saturday 16 May, Performance Space 1-4pm, FREE Activity Plan:

• 1:30pm: Space-themed film screening starts
• 1-4pm: Crafts

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Planetarium Go! Manchester is an immersive pop-up planetarium experience that invites audiences of all ages to explore the wonders of the universe in a truly unique way. Inside a large spherical dome, visitors are surrounded by a 360º screen that transforms astronomy and science films into an unforgettable journey through space. From distant galaxies and planets to cosmic phenomena, every projection is designed to spark curiosity, imagination and a sense of discovery.

With short, engaging films lasting around 20–30 minutes, Planetarium Go! is the perfect experience to enjoy with family and friends. Designed for visitors of all ages, it offers an inspiring and accessible way to learn about astronomy and science through immersive storytelling and stunning visuals. Whether you are passionate about space or simply looking for a different and memorable experience, Planetarium Go! offers a magical way to explore the universe up close.

Popping-up in St Peter’s Square, Manchester (just outside the Central Library) between 1-23 May, tickets for all planetarium experiences can be purchased in advance here: Planetarium Go Manchester

Library card holders are also eligible for an exclusive Manchester Libraries discount!

To redeem the offer, members will simply need to enter the relevant promo code at checkout and present a valid library card upon arrival as proof of eligibility. The codes are as follows:

• READSPACE10 – 10% off the ticket price for library members, original price £15, price for members £13.50;
• READTOUR10 – 10% off the ticket price for library members for a ‘Guided Tour’, original price – £22, price for members £19.80.

For those who would like to sign up for a library card, it’s completely FREE to do so. Just enquire with the staff at Manchester Central Library, or any of your local Manchester Libraries.

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