Whitworth Ferguson Planetarium

Whitworth Ferguson Planetarium The planetarium is an indoor theater (not an observatory). Join us for stars, stories, and songs!

Our planetarium will be closed to the public for the next two weekends as we welcome students back and begin an exciting...
08/20/2026

Our planetarium will be closed to the public for the next two weekends as we welcome students back and begin an exciting new academic year! 🌟

We look forward to reopening for public programs soon. In the meantime, you can stay up to date on upcoming shows, events, and more by joining our email list!

Check out our latest newsletter below, and be sure to sign up so you don't miss what's coming next. 🚀✨

The Whitworth Ferguson Planetarium at Buffalo State University has been named by KidsOutandAbout.com as the “Best Place ...
07/27/2026

The Whitworth Ferguson Planetarium at Buffalo State University has been named by KidsOutandAbout.com as the “Best Place to Take Kids” in Buffalo, as well as the favorite local “STEM Educator,” in recognition of its education and children-focused programming.
Thanks to all our amazing visitors, and we hope to see you under our stars soon!

We know it's only Monday, but we're already looking forward to our kids programs this Saturday. Due to popular demand, w...
07/20/2026

We know it's only Monday, but we're already looking forward to our kids programs this Saturday. Due to popular demand, we are adding a second showing of our Magic Tree House: Space Mission program at 1:45pm! Tix at wfplanetarium.eventbrite.com

Summer Saturdays bring new worlds and fan favorites to the dome. Get your tix at wfplanetarium.eventbrite.com
07/06/2026

Summer Saturdays bring new worlds and fan favorites to the dome. Get your tix at wfplanetarium.eventbrite.com

Our Michael Jackson Laser Music Experience keeps selling out! So, we're adding an encore showing this Saturday at 8:30pm...
06/22/2026

Our Michael Jackson Laser Music Experience keeps selling out! So, we're adding an encore showing this Saturday at 8:30pm. Snag your tix before they're gone. wfplanetarium.eventbrite.com

Since 2005, KidsOutAndAbout has sponsored a survey of the Top 20 Places to Take Kids as a way our community can thank th...
06/03/2026

Since 2005, KidsOutAndAbout has sponsored a survey of the Top 20 Places to Take Kids as a way our community can thank those who provide family-friendly fun and learning... and also help create your summer bucket list! Please take a moment to vote for the WFP: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/KOAASurvey2026

🌌 Curious minds wanted!This summer, middle and high school students will investigate other worlds alongside scientists a...
06/02/2026

🌌 Curious minds wanted!

This summer, middle and high school students will investigate other worlds alongside scientists at the planetarium's first-ever summer camps!

🚀 Hands-on activities
🪐 Explore the solar system and beyond
🔬 Meet and learn from working scientists

Spots are limited—register today! Several scholarships still available.

📣 Know a student who would love this experience? Share this post and help us reach the next generation of explorers.

An all-new Michael Jackson Laser Music Experience joins black holes, spring skies, and laser Led Zeppelin to entertain a...
05/30/2026

An all-new Michael Jackson Laser Music Experience joins black holes, spring skies, and laser Led Zeppelin to entertain and educate. Shamone!

We're back from our spring break and ready to launch a whole new set of shows at the planetarium. Come immerse yourself ...
04/01/2026

We're back from our spring break and ready to launch a whole new set of shows at the planetarium. Come immerse yourself in exploration and groove to the sounds of and the with us this spring. tix at wfplanetarium.eventbrite.com

We're excited to announce registration is open for our first-ever summer camps at the planetarium! This July, we are off...
03/30/2026

We're excited to announce registration is open for our first-ever summer camps at the planetarium! This July, we are offering two one-week camps where students will explore, and even design their own, planets and solar systems. We can't wait to welcome curious kiddos and intrepid explorers entering grades 6-8 from July 13 - 17 and grades 10-12 from July 27 - 31. Please help us spread the word! Registration at https://tinyurl.com/wfpCampReg

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1300 Elmwood Avenue , Science & Mathematics Complex (SAMC) 150
Buffalo, NY
14222

Opening Hours

Friday 6pm - 10pm
Saturday 6pm - 10pm

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