Events

‘Scopes In The City

Adler astronomers and educators are bringing the museum—and the universe—a little closer to you! With ‘Scopes in the City, Adler astronomers and staff lead free telescope observing programs in Chicago...

A guest looks out of a telescope towards the Chicago skyline on the Adler's terrace.

Adler After Dark

A bigger, bolder Adler After Dark experience is here! We’re relaunching our popular 21+ after-hours series freshly revamped for the new decade. Enjoy the same access, unlimited shows, and unique...

Captain James Lovell seated in discussion with someone.

Celestial Ball

The annual Celestial Ball, hosted by the Adler Planetarium Women’s Board, is the Adler’s biggest fundraising event of the year inviting guests to dine, dance, and experience unique Adler programming

A young boy peers into a telescope in the Doane Observatory.

Doane At Dusk

Home to the largest aperture telescope available to the public in the Chicagoland area, the Adler's Doane Observatory provides visitors a unique opportunity to see a variety of celestial objects like the...

Family Days

Family Days at the Adler Planetarium take place on special Saturdays throughout the year where we strive to provide unique experiences that promote socializing, interacting, and learning all while having...

Guests practicing yoga underneath the star-lit Grainger Sky Theater.

Sun Salutations Yoga

First Saturdays 8:30–9:30 am Say hello to the Universe (and the weekend) with Sun Salutations Yoga! This accessible Vinyasa Flow yoga class welcomes people of all skill levels to relax...

Women in Space Science

The Adler Planetarium and the Adler Women’s Board are delighted to announce our annual Women in Space Science Award Celebration, which will take place on May 16, 2019. This annual celebration...