A group of people seated in a circle, staring up at a projection on a dome.

Winter Solstice

Rock Creek Park

Special Event
  • Dec 21, 2024 at 11:00 AM
  • Free

In celebration of the winter solstice, come to this unique Stellar Star Show to understand what exactly is happening in the universe on this unique day and how cultures throughout history have made sense of this phenomenon.  

Recommended for ages 5 & up.

Fees

This event is free to attend.

Location

The planetarium is located in the Rock Creek Park Nature Center at 5200 Glover Rd. NW Washington, DC 20015

Latitude and Longitude 38.960047, -77.051760

Schedule

Date:

Dec 21, 2024

Time:

11:00 AM

Duration:

30 minutes

Arrive 30 minutes early to pick up a free place holder ticket for the show.

Event Type

  • Other
  • Talk
Tags: night sky, planetarium, dark park, stars, planets, constellations, winter, winter solstice, holidays