Kick off the holidays with Barlow Planetarium’s discounted Black Friday pricing

Winnebago County’s Barlow Planetarium, sharing the wonders of the universe as Wisconsin’s first major planetarium, in partnership with Northeast Wisconsin Stargazers (NEWSTAR), is hosting the final Family Astronomy Night of the year on Saturday, Nov. 29. This out-of-this-world experience features holiday light and laser shows and free telescope viewing that promises to be fun for all ages.

Additionally, families can save $2 off the price of any show admission on Black Friday, Nov. 28, and Nov. 29, including Family Astronomy Night shows. The discount is automatically added upon purchase, so there is no need for a discount code.

"Family Astronomy Night is one of our favorite traditions here because it combines education with genuine wonder," said Teri Gee, Ph.D., planetarium manager at Barlow Planetarium. "There is something truly unique about seeing families gather under the stars, especially during the holiday season when there is already a magical feeling in the air.”

“We are thrilled to partner with the Barlow and inspire a love of stargazing within the Fox Cities,” explained Richard Beal, president of NEWSTAR. “This final telescope viewing of 2025 is extra special because it brings some of the magic of the holiday season, and if it’s a clear night, we should be able to see both the moon and Saturn!”

• Planetarium Shows:

Friday, Nov. 28

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  • 1 p.m. I Orion (Children’s Show)
  • 2:30 p.m. I Laser Holidays (Family Laser Show)
  • 4 p.m. I Season of Light (Feature Astronomy Show)
  • 7 p.m. I Laser Holidays (Evening Rock Laser Show)
  • 8:15 p.m. I Taylor Swift (Evening Rock Laser Show)
  • 9:30 p.m. I Pink Floyd’s The Wall (Evening Rock Laser Show)

Saturday, Nov. 29

• 1 p.m. I Orion (Children’s Show)
• 2:30 p.m. I Laser Holidays (Family Laser Show)
• 4 p.m. I Season of Light (Feature Astronomy Show)
• 6 p.m. I Laser Holidays (Family Laser Show)
• 7:30 p.m. I Season of Light (Feature Astronomy Show)
• 6:30-9 p.m. I Telescope viewing of Moon and Planets (weather permitting)
• 9-11 p.m. I Pink Floyd Double Features (The Wall and The Dark Side of the Moon Laser Shows)

Ticket Information:

Tickets for planetarium shows are available now. Visit the Barlow Planetarium’s website at barlow.winnebagocountywi.gov/special-events for details on pricing and showtimes.

As one of the busiest stand-alone planetariums in the Midwest, Winnebago County’s Barlow Planetarium has been a cornerstone of immersive, astronomical education and entertainment in the region for over two decades.  For more information, visit: https://barlow.winnebagocountywi.gov/.

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About the Barlow Planetarium:

Sharing the wonders of the universe, Winnebago County’s Barlow Planetarium, located in Menasha, Wisconsin, is a leader in astronomical education and entertainment. From immersive star shows to dazzling laser light experiences, the Barlow offers year-round programming that inspires and educates visitors of all ages. Visit barlow.winnebagocountywi.gov/ for more information.