Clark Planetarium offers an out-of-this-world experience, featuring three floors of free exhibits, as well as the breathtaking Hansen Dome Theatre and Northrop Grumman IMAX Theatre.
The Hansen Dome Theatre is a dome-shaped theater with a 55-foot diameter. This 360-degree immersive experience can display accurate star fields, animated films, laser shows, and can even take visitors on a trip through space.
The Northrop Grumman IMAX® Theatre has a screen that is 70 feet wide by 50 feet tall. The theatre showcases documentary films about nature and science, created by professional production teams with stunning visuals and narration.
New Parking Garage System!
Here's What You Need to Know Before Your Visit
Changes are happening in the parking garage that serves Clark Planetarium! While we don't own or operate the garage, we want to make sure your visit is smooth and easy with the new system now in place.
No More Gates: The new parking provider has removed the entry/exit gates. That means no pulling tickets or waiting in line to leave.
Here's how it works:
1️⃣ Find a Spot - Park in any unrestricted space in the garage.
2️⃣ Scan the QR Code - Look for signs throughout the garage. Scan the code to start your parking session. You'll be prompted to enter your vehicle and payment information.
3️⃣ Come On In - Head into Clark Planetarium and enjoy your visit.
4️⃣ Validate at the Front Desk - Before you leave, scan a second QR code at our front desk. This validation brings your rate down to just $1 for up to 3 hours.
⚠️ Important: Don't forget to "End" your parking session in the app after you validate. That's how you avoid additional charges! We know this is a change, and we're here to help if you have questions. Just ask our front desk team during your visit.
