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The Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (DESI) is creating the most detailed map of our nearby universe and 5000 independently operated robots can measure the light from thousands of galaxies at once. Join us as we explore the science, instrument, and people behind this global endeavor.

Big Astronomy: People, Places, Discoveries explores three observatories located in extreme environments and remote locations in Chile.

More than 50 years ago, the first human walked on the moon… discover the story behind this historic moment which will inspire the next generation of explorers and dreamers.

A seasonal talk series for every equinox and solstice.We'll explore the stars, planets, constellations, and deep-sky using our Megastar projector, which produces a stunning night sky with 10 million stars. You'll be ready to go outside, look up and enjoy our amazing Colorado Skies. Bring your questions!

Supermassive black holes are found in most galaxies and we're uncovering exactly how the merging of galaxies activate galactic centers. This engaging fulldome film was produced by Fiske Planetarium in collaboration with CU's APS dept. through support from an NSF award.

Ever wonder what it would be like to fly to Mars? NASA and other space agencies have their sights set on the Red Planet and they’re building the technology to get us there!

Join us for our Double Features where we combine our favorite fulldome shows. 50 years ago the first human walked on the moon. Discover the story behind this historic moment which will inspire the next generation of explorers and dreamers in CAPCOM Go! The Apollo Story. Kari Byron from Crash Test World and MythBusters launches us on a journey beyond the Earth towards a sustainable future in space in Forward to the Moon!

Join us for our Double Features where we combine our favorite fulldome shows. Experience the adventure of flight with powerful images and music, an immense and challenging dream, for which mankind has strived since the beginning of history in Dream to Fly. And, 50 years ago the first human walked on the moon. Discover the story behind this historic moment which will inspire the next generation of explorers and dreamers in CAPCOM Go! The Apollo Story.

Join us for our family-friendly Double Features where we combine our favorite fulldome shows. Every second the Sun emits million times more energy than the world consumes every year. Where does such a huge amount of power come from? Discover our star through the breathtaking timelapses in The Incredible Sun. And, learn how our One Sky connects us all through an understanding of cultural and indigenous astronomy along with the historical and modern applications.

Have you ever dreamt you were flying? Have you ever thought how wonderful would it be to fly free as a bird? Discover the mystery of flight with Leonardo da Vinci, Montgolfier brothers, Wright brothers and other inventors. Experience the adventure with powerful images and music, an immense and challenging dream, for which mankind has strived since the beginning of history.

Enjoy an evening with Dr. Keller who will reflect upon our recently celebrated 50th anniversary, plus look forward to what’s next for Fiske.

Take a journey through the decades guided by the iconic music of the times and all original laser work crafted by our dome wizards.

Kari Byron from Crash Test World and MythBusters launches us on a journey beyond the Earth towards a sustainable future in space. NASA’s 21st century Artemis program, named after the Greek moon Goddess and twin of Apollo, is the next step in our mission to explore the universe. This film was produced by Fiske Planetarium in collaboration with TEND Studio.

Narrated by Frances McDormand, Habitat Earth plunges below the ocean s surface to explore the dynamic relationships found in deep ocean ecosystems. Digs beneath the forest floor to discover how Earth s tallest trees rely on tiny fungi to survive. Soars to new heights to witness the intricate intersection between human and ecological networks. Habitat Earth features stunning visualizations of both biological and human-built networks (and of how they intersect). Join us on this immersive journey through the interconnectedness of life on Earth.

Once upon a time there was a sky full of marvelous planets, and on those planets were the most delicious super hazelnuts ever. At least that's what two greedy squirrels, Nino and Lilli, thought. But is the grass really greener elsewhere? Our squirrels try everything they can to leave Earth and answer that question.