Waterton Planetarium

Welcome to the Waterton Planetarium

Step into our indoor Dome Planetarium to discover the cosmos and explore the night sky even when the weather doesn't cooperate. So sit back, relax, and enjoy 360° views of celestial environments, thanks to an impressive fisheye projector lens. You will be able to travel throughout the solar system and discover the universe, without ever leaving the dome planetarium, as you experience informative, enthralling presentations on stargazing, space exploration, natural history and light pollution.

Please visit us near Cameron Falls in the Waterton townsite. Our inflatable dome planetarium is the newest attraction in Waterton Lakes National Park and the region's only Planetarium!

Update July 1, 2026: Happy Canada Day! We are excited to announce that we are adding a brand new feature film to our line-up this summer! Get ready to discover the solar system in The Pretty Cool Space Movie. We are also thrilled to feature a weekend matinee, Forward! To the Moon - with family-package pricing available!

Remember that the Waterton Planetarium is OPEN year-round, and we have now expanded our hours for the summer season. Shows are now available from 12:30pm to 8:30pm daily on weekends; 2:30pm to 8:30pm on weekdays.

Please click the "Book Now" button below to view our reservation calendar and see available showtimes. Walk-ins are welcome, but we do not guarantee that we will be open, unless we have reservations booked in advance. So, to guarantee your seats and showtime, we strongly encourage you book tickets online, before 11:30am on the day of your desired showtime. If a show appears unavailable, please contact us to see if we can open up on short-notice for you!

Price:
Adults: $24.00
Children (2-12): $14.00
Family pricing available for weekend matinee feature film Forward! To the Moon!

Discounted rates are available if booking multiple shows - Discounts will be applied after your reservation request has been submitted, but before your credit card is charged.

To guarantee your spots, we recommend that you book your tickets online, in advance. However, we welcome walk-ins, and tickets can be purchased in person upon arrival, subject to availability.

Max Number of Participants: 12
Min Number of Participants: 2

Planetarium shows are best-suited for participants ages 4+. We have found that childen 0-3 years old may find the shows overwhelming, as planetarium shows can be stimulating environments for little ones, and we wish to minimimze any distruptions to other guests. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Please note that telescopes are NOT part of the planetarium show.

Planetarium shows start promptly and the doors will be closed at that time; latecomers will not be permitted to enter the facility once the show has started. As such, we recommend that you arrive 5 minutes before the show starts.

Most feature programs are followed by a short, complimentary show called Losing the Dark.

Now Playing:

Aurora: Lights of Wonder
Duration: 29 minutes
The Aurora Borealis is an atmospheric phenomenon that has dazzled and inspired humans for millennia. Dive into this 360-degree cinematic experience and explore the stories, science, and secrets behind the dance of the Northern Lights. In this multi award-winning film you will learn what ancient civilizations believed about the Northern Lights, see the Northern Lights from the International Space Station, hear how scientists of the past and present have explained this spectacular phenomenon, and discover the secret behind the vibrant auroral colors. Thanks to the pioneering work of astrophotographer, Kwon O Chul, you can now experience firsthand the incredible dance of the Auroral ribbons of green and purple as never before.

The Pretty Cool Space Movie
Duration: 27 minutes
The Pretty COOL SPACE Movie is a visually stunning space journey that takes audiences on an immersive, mesmerizing odyssey from Earth to the farthest reaches of the universe. Beginning on our home planet, the film moves through our solar system, offering awe-inspiring views of the planets, moons, and cosmic wonders that lie within. From the icy rings of Saturn to the distant edges of Pluto, the film captures the grandeur of our celestial neighbourhood. Spectacular nebulae and distant galaxies highlight the breathtaking beauty and mystery of the cosmos. It explores distant realms of exoplanets, offering a glimpse into the possibility of life beyond our solar system and inviting contemplation about humanity’s place in the universe. COOL SPACE envelops the audience in exploration, the infinite nature of space, and the quest for knowledge, while invoking a deep sense of wonder at the mysteries that still lie beyond our reach.

From Earth to the Universe
Duration: 31 minutes
The night sky, both beautiful and mysterious, has been the subject of campfire stories, ancient myths and awe for as long as there have been people. A desire to comprehend the Universe may well be humanity’s oldest shared intellectual experience. Yet only recently have we truly begun to grasp our place in the vast cosmos. To learn about this journey of celestial discovery, from the theories of the ancient Greek astronomers to today’s grandest telescopes, we invite you to experience From Earth to the Universe. Viewers can revel in the splendour of the worlds in the Solar System and our scorching Sun. From Earth to the Universe takes the audience out to the colourful birthplaces and burial grounds of stars, and still further out beyond the Milky Way to the unimaginable immensity of myriad galaxies. Along the way, the audience will learn about the history of astronomy, the invention of the telescope, and today’s giant telescopes that allow us to probe ever deeper into the Universe.

One Sky Project
Duration: 44 minutes
One Sky Project is a global collaboration between astronomers, planetarium professionals, and educators from Canada, China, India, Japan, and Polynesia. This multi award-winning program is a collection of 6 short films - each representing the perspective of a different culture or Indigenous society from around the globe. You will experience the Greek myth of Orion’s immortalization in the sky; the Navajo tale of the Thunderbird who transcends space and time; the dream of the great Indian ruler, Jai Singh, who brought order to the skies; the legend of the Celestial Canoe that guided the First Peoples of eastern Canada through the seasons; the recollections of a Japanese woman who finds solace in the memories of music, history, and childhood that are evoked by images in the sky; and the wise words of a Hawaiian wayfinder who, like her ancestors before, uses the night sky to navigate the Pacific Ocean. This film reminds us that while we may differ in culture and perspective, we all live under the same sky.

*Losing the Dark is NOT shown after this Feature Program.

Forward! To the Moon
Duration: 26 minutes
Weekend Matinees Only (or by request during the week)
Family-Pricing Available
The recent Artemis II Mission of April 2026 was ground-breaking, as it saw four crew members, including Victor Glover (the only person of color), Christina Koch (the only woman), Canadian Space Agency astronaut Jeremy Hansen (the only non-U.S. citizen), and Reid Wiseman (the oldest person) travel beyond low Earth orbit and around the Moon. That lunar flyby, broke the record for the greatest human distance from Earth, reaching a maximum distance of 252,756 miles (406,771 km). So in light of that excitement moment, become inspired by this exciting film, as Kari Byron from "Crash Test World" and "MythBusters" launches us on a journey beyond the Earth towards a sustainable future in space. NASA's 21st century Artemis Program, named after the Greek moon Goddess and twin of Apollo, is the next step in our mission to explore the universe and land the first woman and person of color on the surface of the moon. This film was produced by the Fisk Planetarium in collaboration with TEND Studio, and made possible with funding by NASA Solar System Exploration Research Virtual Institute.

*Losing the Dark is NOT shown after this Feature Program.

Losing the Dark
Duration: 7 minutes
This show, produced by the International Dark Sky Association illustrates some of the issues regarding light pollution, and suggests simple actions people can take to help mitigate it.

What to Bring / Wear / Expect

The Waterton Planetarium is wheelchair friendly and accessible for those with reduced / limited mobility!
Though this is an indoor planetarium experience, some people may find the temperature cool inside the planetarium, so you may want to wear a sweater or your jacket.
No outdoor footwear is permitted inside the Dome Planetarium; you will be asked to remove outdoor footwear prior to entering the planetarium, so please ensure you are wearing socks (you are welcome to bring indoor shoes or slippers).
You may want to bring an airplane / travel pillow for additional neck support/comfort (if desired).
Food and drink is not permitted inside the planetarium.
Seats are low-laying, recliner-style; seating is first-come, first-served.
Most Feature Programs will be followed by the complimentary, short program about light pollution, called Losing the Dark.
Due to the close-quarters proximity of seating, and the enclosed space inside the Dome Planetarium, participants are welcome to wear masks if they desire.
If for some reason you must leave the planetarium mid-show, you will be assisted in exiting the Dome, but will not be permitted to reenter - we apologize for any inconvenience, as we try to minimize distruptions to all guests watching the program.

Getting to the Planetarium

407 Evergreen Ave.,
Waterton Park, AB., T0K 2M0

The Waterton Planetarium is located inside the Falls Interpretive Theater (aka. "the underground theater"), near Cameron Falls, in the Waterton townsite. Follow the pathway beside the Cameron Falls washroom facility for 120-meters (heading east/southeast - away from Cameron Falls) to reach the Planetarium Entrance. We'll see you soon!