Heikoff Giant Dome Theater at the Fleet Science Center

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Inside the iconic Eugene Heikoff and Marilyn Jacobs Heikoff Giant Dome Theater, IMAXⓇ movies, documentary films, cutting-edge educational experiences and planetarium shows come to life, giving you a 360-degree tour of places you’ve only imagined.

Thinking of making stargazing a full-time job? Andrea Henderson () has just the guide for you! πŸ”­βœ¨Swipe πŸ‘ˆ to learn more a...
04/24/2026

Thinking of making stargazing a full-time job? Andrea Henderson () has just the guide for you! πŸ”­βœ¨

Swipe πŸ‘ˆ to learn more about some of the different paths you can take in astrophysics, and let us know in the comments which is your favorite. πŸ’«

Happy Earth Day, Fleetsters! 🌎✨In the Fleet's latest blog, we're seeing Earth Day from a new perspective, thanks to the ...
04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day, Fleetsters! 🌎✨

In the Fleet's latest blog, we're seeing Earth Day from a new perspective, thanks to the brave NASA astronauts who recently completed their successful Lunar Flyby mission and their reflections on humanity, our planet, and our responsibility to protect it.

β€œIn all of this emptiness, this is a whole bunch of nothing, this thing we call the universe, you have this oasis, this beautiful place that we get to exist in together." – Pilot Victor Glover, Artemis II πŸš€

Read more: https://bit.ly/4sZV8M0



Image Credit: Spaceship Earth | NASA

Keep the curiosity going this summer with hands-on STEM camps at the Fleet! πŸŒ±πŸ”¬Fleet members receive discounted camp regi...
04/22/2026

Keep the curiosity going this summer with hands-on STEM camps at the Fleet! πŸŒ±πŸ”¬

Fleet members receive discounted camp registration, plus other great perks! Register today with the link in bio. πŸš€

https://bit.ly/3tnaL6Z

Join us for an exciting adventure on Saturday, April 18, from 2:30–10:30 p.m. in a night under the stars at Palomar Obse...
04/03/2026

Join us for an exciting adventure on Saturday, April 18, from 2:30–10:30 p.m. in a night under the stars at Palomar Observatory! 🌌

Take a private tour, hear from a local astronomer, and stargaze from the historic Palomar Mountain in the new The Sky Tonight: Palomar Observatory Experience. This event is 18+, and spots are filling fast. Get your tickets today! πŸ”­βœ¨

https://bit.ly/2Uxt48d

All systems are GO!βœ¨πŸš€Join us at the Fleet from April 9–11 for ARTEMIS Week, and celebrate humanity's return to deep spac...
04/02/2026

All systems are GO!βœ¨πŸš€

Join us at the Fleet from April 9–11 for ARTEMIS Week, and celebrate humanity's return to deep space exploration. πŸŒ•

Meet space explorers, engineers, and scientists shaping humanity's journey to the Moon and beyond. Enjoy hands-on demos, NASA exhibits, and engaging conversations that bring the wonders of space down to Earth. πŸŒπŸ’«

Get tickets and plan your splashdown day πŸš€: https://bit.ly/46goNrs

Sharp Minds | April 6 🐝✨ Did you know honey bees communicate through dance? Join UC San Diego professor James C. Nieh to...
03/31/2026

Sharp Minds | April 6 🐝✨
Did you know honey bees communicate through dance? Join UC San Diego professor James C. Nieh to discover how bees learn, teach, and guide each other using movement! πŸ’ƒπŸ•Ί

πŸ•₯ 10:30–11:30 a.m.
πŸ“ Heikoff Giant Dome Theater

https://bit.ly/2SsXWpk

Turn curiosity into a year of discovery! ✨Become a member and get:πŸš€ A year of free admissionπŸš€ $10 off your membershipπŸš€ T...
03/19/2026

Turn curiosity into a year of discovery! ✨
Become a member and get:
πŸš€ A year of free admission
πŸš€ $10 off your membership
πŸš€ TWO free film tickets
πŸš€ A FREE popcorn coupon!

Use promo code STEM10DI at checkout, and start your science adventure today! πŸ’™
https://bit.ly/40RH6xS

We're on the ballot again thanks to YOU! πŸ’™ Vote for the Fleet Science Center as Best Museum in San Diego Magazine's Best...
03/12/2026

We're on the ballot again thanks to YOU! πŸ’™ Vote for the Fleet Science Center as Best Museum in San Diego Magazine's Best Of 2026 now through March 22. πŸ—³οΈ

Your support helps us keep sparking curiosity and bringing science to life throughout San Diego. πŸ”¬βœ¨

Cast your vote today: https://bit.ly/4h6fXQd

Curiosity is thriving at the Fleet Science Center! πŸ”¬βœ¨In the past year, the Fleet reached more than 424,000 people across...
03/10/2026

Curiosity is thriving at the Fleet Science Center! πŸ”¬βœ¨

In the past year, the Fleet reached more than 424,000 people across San Diego, including nearly 147,000 students and youth who discovered science through hands-on exhibits, school programs, and community initiatives.

See how families, educators, and curious kids are helping spark a love of science across our region in the 2025 Impact Report: https://bit.ly/4cH3ZO8

πŸš€ You can help keep the momentum going! Donate to the Fleet's Rock-It Science annual fund and support hands-on science experiences for our community: https://bit.ly/3GQsA1E

03/04/2026

Coming Soon to the Giant Dome Screen 🐺✨

Lost Wolves of Yellowstone unearths one of the most daring wildlife experiments in American History.

Told through long-lost 16mm archival footage, the film captures the tense early days of the reintroduction of a small group of Canadian Wolves to Yellowstone National Park. 🏞️

Join us for the public opening on March 20, starting at 11 a.m. Head to the link in bio to watch the full trailer and get your tickets! 🎟️🍿

πŸš€ Hey, Fleetsters! πŸš€ We're in the running for San Diego Magazine's Best of 2026 Awards πŸ† Now through March 22, you can v...
02/24/2026

πŸš€ Hey, Fleetsters! πŸš€ We're in the running for San Diego Magazine's Best of 2026 Awards πŸ†

Now through March 22, you can vote for the Fleet Science Center for Best Museum! βœ¨πŸ›οΈ

Thank you for helping us connect everyone to the power of science. πŸ’™

Vote today: https://bit.ly/4h6fXQd

Address

1875 El Prado
San Diego, CA
92101

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm
Sunday 10am - 6pm

Telephone

(619) 238-1233

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