Faulkner Planetarium
Your space (and more!) awaits at the Faulkner Planetarium, Idaho's largest domed theater.
Explore our planet—and the universe beyond—on the giant screen.
What's Showing?
Featured: One Step Beyond: A Journey to Mars
One small step was just the beginning. Now, we take One Step Beyond – driven by curiosity, bound for Mars, and ready to write the boldest chapter in human exploration.
Experience the thrill of launch, the challenges of life in space, the cutting-edge technology of NASA’s Artemis program, and the search for life that could transform how we see our planet, our past, and our place in the cosmos – as we prepare for humanity’s biggest step yet: setting foot on Mars.
Experience the thrill of launch, the challenges of life in space, the cutting-edge technology of NASA’s Artemis program, and the search for life that could transform how we see our planet, our past, and our place in the cosmos – as we prepare for humanity’s biggest step yet: setting foot on Mars.
Now Showing
Meet the Whiskers, a family of endangered Australian sea lions. Baby Otto has no one looking out for her, other than her mother. Then again, maybe there is somebody else; Ranger Dirk Holman is charged with preserving this species along Australia's rugged southern coast.
This coming-of-age tale follows Otto and her mother as they struggle to survive, and follows Dirk as he travels to California to learn the secrets of the California sea lion's dramatic recovery. Will Dirk gain the knowledge needed to preserve the Australian sea lion? Will Otto survive the harsh realities of life off the southern Australian coast?
Upcoming Shows
The planetarium features a rotating schedule of new and returning shows with schedules typically changing monthly. Check out new shows, returning favorites, or ones you might have missed coming soon.
Admission Prices
Adults (ages 18-59): $7.50
Seniors (ages 60+): $6.50
Children (ages 2-17): $5.50
CSI students (w/ activity card): $5.50
Children under age 2: FREE
*50% discount for Planetary Society members and families
Show times (through May 31st, 2026):
Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m.
Fridays at 7:00 p.m. & 8:00 p.m.
Saturdays at 1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 3:30 p.m., 6:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m., & 8:00 p.m.
Visitor Guidelines and Accessibility Information
- No late seating.
- No food or drink.
- Assistive listening devices available upon request.
- Open captioning available upon request for some shows.
- Dark conditions and audio/visual effects may be too intense for younger children.
Book the planetarium for your private event!
Giant screen films transport you to breathtaking locales around the world. Astronomy shows explore the night sky filled with stars, planets, nebulae, galaxies, black holes, and more.
Whether you're a science enthusiast, a teacher looking for a memorable field trip, or seeking a family-friendly outing, the Faulkner Planetarium promises an compelling blend of education and entertainment.
The Faulkner Planetarium is available for school groups and private events. To schedule your visit, please contact our Events Coordinator at (208) 732-6657. For private events, please also read "Scheduling a Special Event at the Herrett Center".
About the Earl & Hazel Faulkner Planetarium
The Faulkner Planetarium has been serving the communities of southern Idaho since its opening in November 1995. Equipped with state-of-the-art planetarium technology, the 50-foot dome, Idaho’s largest, virtually transports up to 144 guests to locales near and far. The Digistar 7 fulldome video system combined with Dolby 5.1 surround sound make for one incredible experience. Whether staying Earthbound or traveling to the far-flung reaches of the universe, the planetarium will give you an immersive experience you just won’t find anywhere else.
The planetarium is named in honor of Earl Faulkner, a long-time Magic Valley business icon, and his wife Hazel. Earl worked tirelessly to raise funds for the planetarium’s construction and contributed significant funds of his own to support the theater’s future needs. While Earl and Hazel are no longer with us, their legacy of community involvement and support lives on in the form of the Earl & Hazel Faulkner Planetarium.