Planetarium Nights: The Dark Matter Mystery + WITST at Scienceworks

Join me for a relaxed Friday night visit to Melbourne Planetarium at Scienceworks for Planetarium Nights.

We’ll be attending the 7:30pm astronomy-focused session: The Dark Matter Mystery (38 min) + What’s in the Sky Tonight (WITST).

This should be a nice, low-pressure evening for anyone curious about space, astronomy, and big mystery-of-the-universe questions. The show explores what dark matter might be, why scientists think it exists, and why it remains one of the biggest unsolved puzzles in astrophysics.

The session also includes What’s in the Sky Tonight, a presenter-led tour through the night sky.

I’ll be there from 7:10pm so we can meet, say hello, and head in before the session starts at 7:30pm.

This is an adults-only 18+ event.

Links
Meetup start point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/TMuQ48UYpYFe9wgEA
Event / tickets: https://museumsvictoria.com.au/scienceworks/whats-on/planetarium-nights/
Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AO3ycbR1H9Y

Rough timeline

• 7:10pm – Meet at Melbourne Planetarium / Scienceworks
• 7:10pm–7:25pm – Quick hello and get ready to head in
• 7:30pm – The Dark Matter Mystery + What’s in the Sky Tonight starts
• Around 8:30pm – Meetup ends

Tickets

• You’ll need to purchase your own ticket separately if you’d like to join.
• I’ve already bought my own ticket for $25.
• Please book the 7:30pm Planetarium Nights session for Friday, 8 May 2026.

What to bring

• Your own ticket
• Something warm for travelling home afterwards
• Curiosity about space, astronomy, and dark matter

What to expect

• Vibe: Low-pressure, friendly, and welcoming to solo attendees
• Activity style: Sitting together for the planetarium session, with a short casual hello beforehand

Important notes

• This event is 18+ only.
• Please arrive on time so we can head in before the session starts.
• Ticket availability may change, so it’s best to book before RSVPing.
• You’re welcome to leave straight after the session ends.

Other info
This is a simple Friday night event for anyone who likes astronomy, science, space documentaries, planetarium shows, or just wants to do something a bit different after work.