Hours

An external shot of the Adler Planetarium.

Public Hours

Last admission one hour before close.

Monday: 9:00 am–4:00 pm
Tuesday: Closed**
Wednesday*: 4:00 pm–10:00 pm (timed entry tickets)
Thursday: Closed**
Friday: 9:00 am–4:00 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am–4:00 pm
Sunday: 9:00 am–4:00 pm

*Wednesday tickets include entry to the museum at one of the designated entry times, 4:00 pm or 7:00 pm (last admission 9:00 pm). You may enter anytime after your chosen entry time, and up to the next designated entry time. Every Wednesday night is free for Illinois Residents with proof of residency. To show proof of residency, you can use a valid Illinois driver’s license or photo ID, Illinois student ID with photo, or a photo ID plus a document (utility bill, lease, etc.) that shows your name and Illinois address.

**From October 8–May 22, the Adler will be closed on Tuesdays and Thursdays exclusively for school field trips. This excludes the following school breaks when we will be open to the public all week:

November 25– November 29 Thanksgiving week (except for Thanksgiving Day when we are closed)
December 20–January 13 Winter Break
March 21–April 7 Spring Break

The Adler Planetarium is closed on Christmas Day and Thanksgiving Day.

Heads Up: Directions and Parking

Museum Campus can get busy with our cultural attractions, stadium, and concert venue. We encourage you to plan ahead regarding directions and parking!

All Museum Campus parking lots are owned by the Chicago Parks District and managed by Standard Parking. The Adler does not control parking rates. Rates can vary due to activities such as football games, concerts, and other special events. Check the Soldier Field and Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island schedules for upcoming events that may impact parking or travel to the Adler and Museum Campus.