WHAT’S UP: LIGHTING UP THE DARK

Wednesday, September 2nd, 2026 - Sunday, November 1st, 2026

In the latest version of our flagship live Planetarium show ‘What’s Up?’ we’ll go on a cosmic adventure between light and dark, exploring the recent eclipse, autumn skies and the heart of the Milky Way!

In our new autumn ‘What’s Up?’, our intrepid astronomers will be showing you highlights of the Moon and the Sun dancing through the recent eclipse. You’ll see the very best (and worst) our autumn dark skies have to offer and, to top it all off, we’ll be taking a trip to the heart of the Milky Way galaxy – one of the brightest and darkest places you could imagine!

Showing daily from 2nd September. Take a look at our Planetarium Schedule to find out show times during your visit.

Enjoy this daily Planetarium show as part of your Annual Pass admission, or purchase a Planetarium Only ticket.

WHAT’S ON

INTERACTIVE GALLERIES

On Now

Event, October at Dynamic Earth

Discover an interactive journey through space and time on this tour through our galleries.

GAIA: ART INSTALLATION

On Now

Suspended above your head on the East side of the Dynamic Earth building, you'll find Gaia: an inflatable art installation of the Earth.

OCEAN COMMOTION SOFT PLAY

On Now

Event, Summer at Dynamic Earth, October at Dynamic Earth

Set sail on a magical underwater adventure at Ocean Commotion Soft Play, where kids aged 0–6 can explore, climb, splash (not literally!), and play!

BIRTHDAY PARTIES

On Now

Perfect for curious kids and young adventurers, our Birthday Party packages offer a unique way to mark a special day with friends, fun, and discovery!

JAMES HUTTON TERCENTENARY

On Now

Event

Celebrate the 300th birthday of James Hutton, 'the founding father of modern geology', at Dynamic Earth with activities throughout the year!

WEEKLY SCIENCE CLUBS!

On Now

Join us for a new term of Dynamic Earth’s Science Clubs! Where your child will experience an hour of fun, hands-on learning each week.

BOOKING NOW OPEN

OCTOBER HOLIDAY CLUB

Sun 11th October - Wed 14th October

October at Dynamic Earth

We're welcoming adventurers aged 7-12 for up to four days of discovery this October!

WHAT'S UP: LIGHTING UP THE DARK

Wed 2nd September - Sun 1st November

Planetarium Show, October at Dynamic Earth

In our seasonal What's Up Planetarium show, join our in-house astronomers on a cosmic adventure between light and dark in our skies!

DYNAMITES: MONKEY BUSINESS

Thu 10th September

DynaMites Sensory Story Telling, Science Sessions

This week at DynaMites, we're immersing ourselves in the sights and sounds of the rainforest!

DYNAMOS: MONKEY BUSINESS

Thu 10th September

Science Sessions, Dynamos

This week at Dynamos, swing on by to a session all about the wonders of the rainforest!

HOW TO DESIGN A UNIVERSE BOOK LAUNCH

Thu 10th September

Event

Join Scotland’s Astronomer Royal, Catherine Heymans as she launches her brand-new book in Dynamic Earth’s Planetarium!

DINO'S: POLLINATORS

Fri 11th September

Dino's, Science Sessions

This week at Dino's Science Club, we're taking part in activities about pollinators, and making our own bees!

DYNAMOS: CHILL OUT

Thu 17th September

Science Sessions, Dynamos

This week at Dynamos, find out if you know your Arctic from your Antarctic!

DYNAMITES: CHILL OUT

Thu 17th September

DynaMites Sensory Story Telling, Science Sessions

This week at DynaMites, we're discovering the coolest place in the world - Earth's polar regions!

DINO'S: ECO EXPLORERS

Fri 18th September

Science Sessions, Dino's

This week at Dino's Science Club, find out what causes Climate Change and follow along with scientists trying to make the world a better place.

RELAXED DAY: SEPTEMBER 2026

Sat 19th September

Relaxed Opening Hours

Join us for our Relaxed Day with alterations made to our lighting and audio features to create a more relaxed experience.

OUTDOOR SESSION!

DYNAMOS: TERRIFIC TREES

Thu 24th September

Science Sessions, Dynamos

This week at Dynamos, we're adventuring into the great outdoors in this session all about terrific trees!

OUTDOOR SESSION!

DYNAMITES: TERRIFIC TREES

Thu 24th September

DynaMites Sensory Story Telling, Science Sessions

This week at DynaMites, we're exploring the great outdoors together in this session about terrific trees!

DINO'S: AWESOME EXTREMOPHILES

Fri 25th September

Science Sessions, Dino's

This week at Dino's Science Club, we'll be venturing into the most extreme environments to learn about the microscopic creatures that call these places home.

DYNAMOS: LIGHT THE WAY

Thu 1st October

Dynamos, Science Sessions

This week at Dynamos, discover the magic of light!

DYNAMITES: LIGHT THE WAY

Thu 1st October

DynaMites Sensory Story Telling, Science Sessions

This week at DynaMites, we're exploring the magic of light!

MONSTERS AND MYTHS TRAIL

Fri 2nd October - Sun 1st November

October at Dynamic Earth

This October, step into a world where spooky stories meet spectacular science with our Monsters & Myths Trail!

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST

Sat 3rd October - Thu 22nd October

October at Dynamic Earth, October Family Films

This October, enjoy family films under the stars in Edinburgh’s only 360 Planetarium with 'Beauty and the Beast'!

DINO'S SCIENCE CLUB: ROCKET RESEARCHERS

Fri 2nd October

Dino's, Science Sessions

This week at Dino's Science Club, we're launching our own rockets!

DYNAMITES: EARTH PROTECTORS

Thu 8th October

DynaMites Sensory Story Telling, Science Sessions

This week at DynaMites, we're exploring how we can use the sun and wind to power our homes!

DYNAMOS: EARTH PROTECTORS

Thu 8th October

Science Sessions, Dynamos

This week at Dynamos, we're exploring how we can best look after planet Earth!

THE PRINCESS BRIDE

Sat 10th October - Sun 1st November

October at Dynamic Earth, October Family Films

This October, enjoy family films under the stars in Edinburgh’s only 360 Planetarium with 'The Princess Bride'!

PLANETARIUM LATES: PINK FLOYD'S DARK SIDE OF THE MOON

Wed 21st October - Fri 23rd October

Planetarium Lates at Dynamic Earth, October at Dynamic Earth

Experience Pink Floyd’s 1973 album The Dark Side of the Moon with stunning 360° visuals of the Solar System.

PLANETARIUM LATES: THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW

Wed 21st October

Planetarium Lates at Dynamic Earth, October at Dynamic Earth

Celebrate spooky season with 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show' in Edinburgh's Planetarium.

THE PLANETS 360

Thu 22nd October - Fri 23rd October

Planetarium Lates at Dynamic Earth, October at Dynamic Earth

This October, experience Holst's 'The Planets' orchestral suite in an awe-inspiring full dome film!

SEASONAL SESSION

DYNAMOS: THERE'S NO SUCH THING AS A...

Thu 22nd October - Fri 30th October

Dynamos, Science Sessions, October at Dynamic Earth

Celebrate spooky season with a special Seasonal Session of Dynamos for ages 4-6!

SEASONAL SESSION

DYNAMITES: THERE'S NO SUCH THING AS A...

Thu 22nd October - Fri 30th October

DynaMites Sensory Story Telling, Science Sessions, October at Dynamic Earth

Celebrate spooky season with a special Seasonal Session of DynaMites - Dynamic Earth's programme for under 4s!

PLANETARIUM LATES: LABYRINTH

Thu 22nd October

Planetarium Lates at Dynamic Earth, October at Dynamic Earth

Celebrate spooky season with this late-night showing of 'Labyrinth' in Edinburgh's Planetarium.

DINO’S: OCEAN ANIMAL INVESTIGATIONS

Fri 23rd October

Science Sessions, Dino's

This week at Dino's Science Club, discover the weird and wonderful creatures living beneath the waves.

PLANETARIUM LATES: ALIEN

Fri 23rd October

Planetarium Lates at Dynamic Earth, October at Dynamic Earth

Celebrate spooky season with this late-night showing of 'Alien' in Edinburgh's Planetarium.

QUIET AFTERNOON: OCTOBER 2026

Sat 24th October

Quiet Afternoons

Join us for a Quiet Afternoon on 25th October from 2pm-5pm, where we aim to provide a calm and inclusive environment for visitors.

DINO'S: MONSTROUS MYTHS

Sat 31st October

Dino's, Science Sessions, October at Dynamic Earth

This week at Dino's Science Club, we’re celebrating spooky season by learning about fascinating myths and monsters!

DYNAMITES: JURASSIC FANTASTIC

Fri 6th November

DynaMites Sensory Story Telling, Science Sessions

This week at DynaMites, we're learning about our prehistoric pals!

DYNAMOS: JURASSIC FANTASTIC

Fri 6th November

Science Sessions, Dynamos

This week at Dynamos, we're travelling back to when dinosaurs ruled the Earth!

DINO'S: SUPER SOLAR SYSTEMS

Sat 7th November

Science Sessions, Dino's

This week at Dino's Science Club, we will blast off into space and learn about the solar system we live in and at about our celestial neighbours.

DYNAMITES: DEEP DIVE

Fri 13th November

DynaMites Sensory Story Telling, Science Sessions

This week at DynaMites, discover more about the deep blue sea!

DYNAMOS: DEEP DIVE

Fri 13th November

Science Sessions, Dynamos

This week at Dynamos, we'll be discovering Earth's oceans!

DINO'S: WHEN DISASTER STRIKES

Sat 14th November

Dino's, Science Sessions

This week at Dino's Science Club, we will be looking at four different natural disasters!

DYNAMOS: BLAST OFF!

Fri 20th November

Science Sessions, Dynamos

This week at Dynamos, it's time for blast off as we explore space!

DYNAMITES: BLAST OFF!

Fri 20th November

DynaMites Sensory Story Telling, Science Sessions

This week at DynaMites, we're reaching for the stars in this session all about space!

DINO'S: RAINFOREST GUARDIANS

Sat 21st November

Dino's, Science Sessions

This week at Dino's Science Club, we're investigating rainforests and making our own colourful parrots to take home!

DYNAMITES: PERFECT PENGUINS

Fri 27th November

DynaMites Sensory Story Telling, Science Sessions

This week at DynaMites, we're learning about Antarctica's coolest resident: the penguin!

DYNAMOS: PERFECT PENGUINS

Fri 27th November

Dynamos, Science Sessions

This week at Dynamos, learn more about penguins and make your own penguin pal!

DINO'S: ANCIENT ARCHAEOLOGY

Sat 28th November

Dino's, Science Sessions

This week at Dino's Science Club, discover more about ancient people through the work of archaeologists.

DINO'S: WONDERFUL WOODLANDS

Sat 5th December

Dino's, Science Sessions

This week at Dino's Science Club, discover the secrets of Scotland’s woods and understand what makes them so special!

DINO'S: POLAR EXPEDITION

Sat 12th December

Dino's, Science Sessions

This week at Dino's Science Club, we're tracking penguin populations!

RELAXED DAY: DECEMBER 2026

Wed 9th December

Relaxed Opening Hours

Join us for our Relaxed Day with alterations made to our lighting and audio features to create a more relaxed experience.

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