Temporary exhibition
Aboard the SSE-4801
from Nov 6, 2021 to Jun 20, 2025
Planétarium - Espace pour la vie
Why is the sky blue? Where do stars hide during the day? Are there only stars and the Moon in the sky? To find out, hop on board SSE-4801 to discover what hides in the outer reaches of our celestial neighbourhood: the solar system. Guided by our spirited host, you'll soar in orbit for an incredible journey, somewhere between the Sun and Neptune; exploring the eight planets, new moons, and an asteroid field. You'll also meet a cute and mysterious little comet. Ready for take-off? Let the adventure begin!
For ages 4 to 8
Exhibition
Temporary
Audiences
Children
Planétarium - Espace pour la vie
Address
Planétarium - Espace pour la vie
4801, Pierre-De Coubertin avenue,
Montreal, QC H1V 3V4
Regular Schedule
From Sep 2 to Apr 30
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
08:30 - 17:00
Wednesday
08:30 - 17:00
Thursday
08:30 - 20:15
Friday
08:30 - 20:15
Saturday
08:30 - 20:15
Sunday
08:30 - 17:00
From May 1 to Sep 1
Monday
08:30 - 17:00
Tuesday
08:30 - 17:00
Wednesday
08:30 - 17:00
Thursday
08:30 - 20:15
Friday
08:30 - 20:15
Saturday
08:30 - 20:15
Sunday
08:30 - 17:00
Holidays Schedule
Dec 24
Closed
Dec 25
Closed
Dec 29
08:30 - 17:00
Jan 1
13:00 - 17:30
Sep 1
08:30 - 17:00
Apr 21
08:30 - 17:00
Oct 13
08:30 - 17:00
Dec 22
08:30 - 17:00
Facilities
Permanent exhibition
Continuum
Show - From the infinitely small to the infinitely large, a cosmic poem on the connection between humankind and the Universe.
Temporary exhibition
from Sep 28, 2021 to Jun 20, 2025
Celestial Chronicles
Show- Come discover the treasures and mysteries of the starry sky with one of our science guides. Enjoy an immersive experience whisking you through time and space beneath the 360° dome at the Planétarium Rio Tinto Alcan.
Temporary exhibition
from Mar 1, 2023 to May 4, 2025
Quest for new skies
Show. Embark on an unprecedented interstellar journey in search of a new habitable planet.
Temporary exhibition
from Dec 21, 2021 to Jun 20, 2025
We are stars
Show. Blast off in search of the secrets and explosive origins of the cosmos and see how life on Earth is linked to the evolution of the Universe itself.
Temporary exhibition
from Apr 23, 2024 to Aug 31, 2025
ROUGE 2100
Exhibition. Let yourself be whisked away to the planet Mars in an immersive experience created by Cirque Éloize that combines a scientific perspective with an imaginary vision of a not-too-distant world!
Temporary exhibition
from Sep 30, 2024 to Sep 28, 2025
Beyond the Sun - In Search of a New Earth
SHOW
While Celeste fights sleep in her room reading a book on astronomy, she receives an unexpected visit from Moon. Together they’ll set off on a journey through the Universe to discover what exoplanets are, and how they can be detected.
They observe rogue planets, oceanic worlds and super-Earths. Moon tells her about exoplanet chasers, who observe the sky in search of planets like Earth. Many adventures lie in store for them. But first, Celeste needs some rest. She drops off to sleep looking forward to Moon’s next visit.
Temporary exhibition
from Sep 30, 2024 to Sep 28, 2025
One day on Mars
FILM -Join our expedition to Mars and enjoy a thrilling immersive experience. You’ll dive into the depths of seemingly bottomless canyons and brave the violent winds that sweep across the Red Planet’s icy dunes. Set to music by Dumas, One Day … on Mars will take you to a world that mankind could well visit in just a few decades in our ongoing search for life.
Temporary exhibition
from Mar 6, 2025 to Feb 21, 2027
Hubert Reeves between the lines
Discover the free exhibition paying tribute to Hubert Reeves.