About Us

The Sky Theater Planetarium is in the Environmental Sciences Building on the University of North Texas campus in Denton, TX. This unique 100 seat, 40-foot domed theater features a 360° full dome Digistar projection system integrated with a 5.1 surround sound that brings visitors stunning views of the known universe. Feel the thrill of traveling to nearby stars, riding a celestial roller coaster, or winding through a field of electrons within an atom. Come join us for the most immersive educational experience in North Texas!

Sky Theater Planetarium presents a variety of entertaining and educational programs for school field trips, the public and the university. For more information browse through our links in the sidebar.

Contact Us: (940) 369-8213 | SkyTheater@unt.edu

Location: Enviromental Sciences Building Rm#150, 1704 W. Mulberry St., Denton, TX 76201

May Public Show Schedule

Click on the links in the Show column to purchase advanced tickets online. 

 

Public Show Information

Our public show times and shows can be found above and on our Now Showing Page.  Our shows change each month, so make sure to check back for updates.  

What to Expect: Each of our Public Shows feature both the scheduled show and a Sky Tonight Presentation.  During the Sky Tonight Presentation your host will show you how to find constellations, planets, and other interesting celestial objects you can find in the sky that evening.  All shows last about 50 minutes in total. 

Ticketing & Admission: May be purchased in advance online or at our Box Office that opens 20 minutes before each show time. Ticket sales and online validation close 5 minutes after show time. Late admission is not permitted, so plan on arriving a little early. The Box Office and the Planetarium are in the far North-East corner of the building, down the hallway with The John D. Hooser Memorial Exhibit and video wall.  All ticket prices are listed on our Now Showing Page.  Tickets should only be purchased through eTix and not other 3rd parties.  

Parking: Please note that if you park in the FS-11 Lot next to the building there is a fee but you can also park for free on the shoulders of Hickory St or Oak St next to the building.  Parking is managed by the University Transportation Services.  All information for Sky Theater parking and how to purchase it can be found here.  

• You may purchase weekend parking for lot FS-11 in advance or when you arrive here. 

No Food, Drink, or Pets: Please note that food and drink are currently not permitted in the planetarium, but you are free to consume them in the foyer of the building before or after the show.  No pets are allowed in the Environmental Science Building except for properly marked service animals.  

Respect for Other Guests:  Like other theaters please be mindful of disruptions. Please put your cell phones on silent and avoid conversation during a show.  Kids and babies are always welcome but if they become a disruption please exit out of respect for our other guests. 

Advanced Ticket Refunds & Exchanges: Refunds or exchanging tickets for another show can be requested up to an hour before showtime.  After that time, no refunds or exchanges for advanced tickets can be processed.  Exchanges can only be processed for shows occurring within the following 2 weeks.   To request a refund, just email skytheater@unt.edu and include all the ticket information that you were emailed (we need the name the tickets were purchased under and the ticket serial numbers).  Your refund will be processed by the next business day but please allow 3-4 buisness days for your card to be credited. 

Private Show Reservations

Sky Theater also offers Private Show Reservations for field trips, home schools, birthdays, scout troops, business retreats, creative dates, wedding proposals, and more.  Private shows include a show chosen from our Show Library and a Sky Tonight Presentation from your host. More information on Private Show Reservations can be found here.