While the museum is under construction, the public is invited to explore the skies virtually and during a limited number of special events on Chabot’s Observation Deck.
Past Events › Non-Planetarium
May 2021
The Sky This Month
An event every month that begins at 7:00 pm on day Second of the month, repeating until May 14, 2021
What's happening in the sky this month? Every 2nd Friday of the month 7-8 p.m. Watch on Facebook and YouTube Join Chabot's astronomers for a short tour of this month's nighttime sky. Learn to recognize many of this month's constellations and bright stars, and even learn a little about celestial navigation! Dates: February 12 March 12 April 9 May 14 Your Support Matters Your support fuels exciting STEM programs like these. While this event is free, please consider making…
Find out more »Forbidden Planets: Alien Worlds in Science Fiction and Science Fact
Talk by The SETI Institute's Beth Johnson Tuesday, May 18 7-8 p.m. Free on Facebook and YouTube We’ve all traveled to Tatooine, and some of us to Vulcan or Pandora, but how do these sci-fi worlds compare to the real life exoplanets like Kepler 16b, or the seven planets of TRAPPIST 1? Join us on a journey to alien landscapes, real and imagined, and see if you can tell which are science fact, and which are science fiction. About…
Find out more »NASA Ocean Satellites, Supercomputers, And Climate Science
Talk by Dr. Dimitris Menemenlis, Research Scientist at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, CA. Friday, May 21 7 p.m. Free on Facebook and YouTube Learn more about climate science at NASA with Dr. Dimitris Menemenlis, a research scientist at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory, California Institute of Technology. Working with the Estimating the Circulation and Climate of the Ocean, or ECCO, Menemenlis and colleagues attempt to make the best possible estimates of ocean circulation and use these to investigate ocean interactions with sea ice, land ice, atmosphere,…
Find out more »Lunar Eclipse Virtual Watch Party
Get cozy for this special virtual event! Wednesday, May 26 1:30-5 a.m. PDT Watch on Facebook and YouTube Stay up with Chabot astronomers to virtually watch a total eclipse of the Moon as it passes through the shadow of the Earth. It has been more than two years since we’ve enjoyed a total lunar eclipse, and this one will be extra special: it will happen during a perigean full Moon – a “supermoon.” Starting at 1:47 a.m. PDT, the Moon…
Find out more »June 2021
Asteroid Day Celebration
Wednesday, June 30 7-8 p.m. Free on Facebook and YouTube Join us for an asteroid day celebration, a global effort to highlight asteroid detection, research, as well as the current and future missions to explore them. Our celebration will include a recorded interview by a panel of Chabot’s teen Galaxy Explorers of Astronaut Dr. Edward Lu, Executive Director of the Asteroid Institute and one of the founding members of B612, an organization that works towards protecting the Earth from asteroid impacts. Our speakers of the evening will be Dr. Thomas Prettyman, Senior Scientist at the Planetary Science Institute in Albuquerque, New Mexico, on what small bodies have to…
Find out more »July 2021
Virtual Telescope Viewing
An event every week that begins at 9:00 pm on Saturday, repeating until October 30, 2021
Every Saturday 9 p.m. Free, Watch on Facebook and YouTube Join our resident astronomers on Facebook Live and YouTube every Saturday evening live from Chabot’s Observation deck! Each week, our astronomers will guide us through spectacular night sky viewing through Nellie, Chabot‘s most powerful telescope. Weather permitting we will be able to view objects live through the telescopes and our astronomers will be available for an open forum for all of your most pressing astronomy questions. About Nellie Nellie is…
Find out more »Sunset Science: SOLD OUT
Saturday, July 24 6:30-10 p.m. Chabot Observation Deck Enjoy a warm summer evening of activities and stargazing on Chabot's stunning Observation Deck! Learn about stellar concepts and preview our new offerings with special demonstrations, hands-on challenges and more. When the Sun goes down, the stars come out for exploring the cosmos through historic telescopes. Other Upcoming Dates Tickets for July are sold out. Buy your tickets now for August and September Sunset Science events. Friday, August 27 …
Find out more »Virtual Telescope Viewing
An event every week that begins at 9:00 pm on Saturday, repeating until October 30, 2021
Every Saturday 9 p.m. Free, Watch on Facebook and YouTube Join our resident astronomers on Facebook Live and YouTube every Saturday evening live from Chabot’s Observation deck! Each week, our astronomers will guide us through spectacular night sky viewing through Nellie, Chabot‘s most powerful telescope. Weather permitting we will be able to view objects live through the telescopes and our astronomers will be available for an open forum for all of your most pressing astronomy questions. About Nellie Nellie is…
Find out more »Virtual Telescope Viewing
An event every week that begins at 9:00 pm on Saturday, repeating until October 30, 2021
Every Saturday 9 p.m. Free, Watch on Facebook and YouTube Join our resident astronomers on Facebook Live and YouTube every Saturday evening live from Chabot’s Observation deck! Each week, our astronomers will guide us through spectacular night sky viewing through Nellie, Chabot‘s most powerful telescope. Weather permitting we will be able to view objects live through the telescopes and our astronomers will be available for an open forum for all of your most pressing astronomy questions. About Nellie Nellie is…
Find out more »August 2021
Virtual Telescope Viewing
An event every week that begins at 9:00 pm on Saturday, repeating until October 30, 2021
Every Saturday 9 p.m. Free, Watch on Facebook and YouTube Join our resident astronomers on Facebook Live and YouTube every Saturday evening live from Chabot’s Observation deck! Each week, our astronomers will guide us through spectacular night sky viewing through Nellie, Chabot‘s most powerful telescope. Weather permitting we will be able to view objects live through the telescopes and our astronomers will be available for an open forum for all of your most pressing astronomy questions. About Nellie Nellie is…
Find out more »SOLD OUT: Perseid Meteor Shower Watch Party
August 11-12 11 p.m. - 3 a.m. Chabot Observation Deck Adults $15 Youth $7 Members Free Weather permitting TICKETS SOLD OUT Witness the peak of the dazzling Perseid Meteor Shower during this special in-person viewing on Chabot’s Observation Deck. Stay up late as the shower makes it annual trip through our atmosphere and lights up the night sky. Our astronomers are watching the show and eager to answer questions. Hot chocolate will be available. To stay cozy during this late…
Find out more »Virtual Telescope Viewing
An event every week that begins at 9:00 pm on Saturday, repeating until October 30, 2021
Every Saturday 9 p.m. Free, Watch on Facebook and YouTube Join our resident astronomers on Facebook Live and YouTube every Saturday evening live from Chabot’s Observation deck! Each week, our astronomers will guide us through spectacular night sky viewing through Nellie, Chabot‘s most powerful telescope. Weather permitting we will be able to view objects live through the telescopes and our astronomers will be available for an open forum for all of your most pressing astronomy questions. About Nellie Nellie is…
Find out more »Virtual Telescope Viewing
An event every week that begins at 9:00 pm on Saturday, repeating until October 30, 2021
Every Saturday 9 p.m. Free, Watch on Facebook and YouTube Join our resident astronomers on Facebook Live and YouTube every Saturday evening live from Chabot’s Observation deck! Each week, our astronomers will guide us through spectacular night sky viewing through Nellie, Chabot‘s most powerful telescope. Weather permitting we will be able to view objects live through the telescopes and our astronomers will be available for an open forum for all of your most pressing astronomy questions. About Nellie Nellie is…
Find out more »Sunset Science: RESCHEDULED
SUNSET SCIENCE 8/27 RESCHEDULED Tonight’s Sunset Science event is rescheduled for future dates due to air quality concerns from wildfire smoke. Thank you for your understanding as we work to offer safe, fun and accessible events during this challenging time Reschedule Your Visit Ticket holders are encouraged to contact Education Programs Manager, Lisa Hoover at lhoover@chabotspace.org to transfer tickets to upcoming Sunset Science events. These events have historically sold out, so we highly recommend transferring tickets as soon as…
Find out more »Virtual Telescope Viewing
An event every week that begins at 9:00 pm on Saturday, repeating until October 30, 2021
Every Saturday 9 p.m. Free, Watch on Facebook and YouTube Join our resident astronomers on Facebook Live and YouTube every Saturday evening live from Chabot’s Observation deck! Each week, our astronomers will guide us through spectacular night sky viewing through Nellie, Chabot‘s most powerful telescope. Weather permitting we will be able to view objects live through the telescopes and our astronomers will be available for an open forum for all of your most pressing astronomy questions. About Nellie Nellie is…
Find out more »September 2021
Virtual Telescope Viewing
An event every week that begins at 9:00 pm on Saturday, repeating until October 30, 2021
Every Saturday 9 p.m. Free, Watch on Facebook and YouTube Join our resident astronomers on Facebook Live and YouTube every Saturday evening live from Chabot’s Observation deck! Each week, our astronomers will guide us through spectacular night sky viewing through Nellie, Chabot‘s most powerful telescope. Weather permitting we will be able to view objects live through the telescopes and our astronomers will be available for an open forum for all of your most pressing astronomy questions. About Nellie Nellie is…
Find out more »Virtual Telescope Viewing
An event every week that begins at 9:00 pm on Saturday, repeating until October 30, 2021
Every Saturday 9 p.m. Free, Watch on Facebook and YouTube Join our resident astronomers on Facebook Live and YouTube every Saturday evening live from Chabot’s Observation deck! Each week, our astronomers will guide us through spectacular night sky viewing through Nellie, Chabot‘s most powerful telescope. Weather permitting we will be able to view objects live through the telescopes and our astronomers will be available for an open forum for all of your most pressing astronomy questions. About Nellie Nellie is…
Find out more »Virtual Telescope Viewing
An event every week that begins at 9:00 pm on Saturday, repeating until October 30, 2021
Every Saturday 9 p.m. Free, Watch on Facebook and YouTube Join our resident astronomers on Facebook Live and YouTube every Saturday evening live from Chabot’s Observation deck! Each week, our astronomers will guide us through spectacular night sky viewing through Nellie, Chabot‘s most powerful telescope. Weather permitting we will be able to view objects live through the telescopes and our astronomers will be available for an open forum for all of your most pressing astronomy questions. About Nellie Nellie is…
Find out more »Virtual Telescope Viewing
An event every week that begins at 9:00 pm on Saturday, repeating until October 30, 2021
Every Saturday 9 p.m. Free, Watch on Facebook and YouTube Join our resident astronomers on Facebook Live and YouTube every Saturday evening live from Chabot’s Observation deck! Each week, our astronomers will guide us through spectacular night sky viewing through Nellie, Chabot‘s most powerful telescope. Weather permitting we will be able to view objects live through the telescopes and our astronomers will be available for an open forum for all of your most pressing astronomy questions. About Nellie Nellie is…
Find out more »Sunset Science: SOLD OUT
Sunday, September 26 6:30-10 p.m. Chabot Observation Deck Adults $15 Youth $5 Members Free Enjoy a warm summer evening of activities and stargazing on Chabot's stunning Observation Deck! Learn about stellar concepts and preview our new offerings with special demonstrations, hands-on challenges and more. When the Sun goes down, the stars come out for exploring the cosmos through historic telescopes. Graze while you gaze! Food, wine and beer will be available for purchase on-site. Other Upcoming Dates Tickets for…
Find out more »October 2021
Virtual Telescope Viewing
An event every week that begins at 9:00 pm on Saturday, repeating until October 30, 2021
Every Saturday 9 p.m. Free, Watch on Facebook and YouTube Join our resident astronomers on Facebook Live and YouTube every Saturday evening live from Chabot’s Observation deck! Each week, our astronomers will guide us through spectacular night sky viewing through Nellie, Chabot‘s most powerful telescope. Weather permitting we will be able to view objects live through the telescopes and our astronomers will be available for an open forum for all of your most pressing astronomy questions. About Nellie Nellie is…
Find out more »Sunset Science
Friday, October 8 6:30-10 p.m. Chabot Observation Deck Adults $15 Youth $5 Members Free Get Tickets Enjoy a warm summer evening of activities and stargazing on Chabot's stunning Observation Deck! Learn about stellar concepts and preview our new offerings with special demonstrations, hands-on challenges and more. When the Sun goes down, the stars come out for exploring the cosmos through historic telescopes. Graze while you gaze! Food, wine and beer will be available for purchase on-site. Become a…
Find out more »Virtual Telescope Viewing
An event every week that begins at 9:00 pm on Saturday, repeating until October 30, 2021
Every Saturday 9 p.m. Free, Watch on Facebook and YouTube Join our resident astronomers on Facebook Live and YouTube every Saturday evening live from Chabot’s Observation deck! Each week, our astronomers will guide us through spectacular night sky viewing through Nellie, Chabot‘s most powerful telescope. Weather permitting we will be able to view objects live through the telescopes and our astronomers will be available for an open forum for all of your most pressing astronomy questions. About Nellie Nellie is…
Find out more »International Observe The Moon Night Virtual Telescope Viewing
Saturday, October 16 8:30-10 p.m. Watch on Facebook and YouTube Join us virtual for an International Observe the Moon Celebration with special guests from NASA and Chabot’s resident astronomers. Our astronomers will take you on a live virtual tour of Earth's Moon through our research telescope. As you explore you will learn about some of the moon’s geologic features and land formations and their significance throughout the night. We’ll launch the program with a live science demonstration for families led by Jonas Dino from NASA. Following the demonstration…
Find out more »Virtual Telescope Viewing
An event every week that begins at 9:00 pm on Saturday, repeating until October 30, 2021
Every Saturday 9 p.m. Free, Watch on Facebook and YouTube Join our resident astronomers on Facebook Live and YouTube every Saturday evening live from Chabot’s Observation deck! Each week, our astronomers will guide us through spectacular night sky viewing through Nellie, Chabot‘s most powerful telescope. Weather permitting we will be able to view objects live through the telescopes and our astronomers will be available for an open forum for all of your most pressing astronomy questions. About Nellie Nellie is…
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