PUBLIC PROGRAMS
Dynamic Earth
Friday evenings at 7:30 PM from April 4 to April 25, 2025
Dynamic Earth explores the inner workings of Earth’s great life support system: the global climate. With visualizations based on satellite monitoring data and advanced supercomputer simulations, this cutting-edge production follows a trail of energy that flows from the Sun into the interlocking systems that shape our climate: the atmosphere, oceans, and the biosphere. Audiences will ride along on swirling ocean and wind currents, dive into the heart of a monster hurricane, come face-to-face with sharks and gigantic whales, and fly into roiling volcanoes.
The Case of the Disappearing Planet
(child focused)
Saturday afternoons at 1:00 PM from April 5 to April 26, 2025
A radio announcement… an excited phone call… and our sly gumshoe, Skye Watcher, is
on the case. Explore with Skye and discover what happened to the ex-planet Pluto as
she tracks down clues that stretch back hundreds of years! Audiences will have great
fun with this unique program that looks into the changing status of planets in our
Solar System.
Programs start promptly at the time indicated and therefore late admission is not allowed. Admission to all public programs is $8 for adults and $6 for children, seniors and UToledo community members. All shows are first-come, first-served reservations and advanced ticket purchases
are not available. Drinks and food are not allowed in the dome. Please see our Public Programs page for more details and upcoming programs.
Public Programs
Ritter Planetarium offers public programs every Friday during the year and on Saturday during the academic year. View our current schedule.
School Programs
Ritter Planetarium offers a variety of programs for all age groups and grades. Learn more and schedule your visit!
Scout Programs
Throughout the year, Ritter Planetarium offers specialized programs for Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Cub Scouts and Brownies. Learn more and see the latest schedule.