Free Planetarium Shows at Katara's Al Thuraya Planetarium

Name: Free Planetarium Shows at Katara's Al Thuraya Planetarium
Start: 2026-08-11
End: 2026-08-25
Location: Doha

The Cultural Village Foundation – Katara will host a series of free planetarium shows at the Al Thuraya Planetarium in Building 41 throughout August 2026. These full-dome presentations offer visitors of all ages an opportunity to explore space and astronomy. Screenings are scheduled on specific Tuesdays: August 11, August 18, and August 25.

Date: Aug 11-25, 2026
Location: Doha

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Free Planetarium Shows at Katara's Al Thuraya Planetarium

Event summary

Highlights

Free admission to planetarium shows
Immersive full-dome presentations on space and astronomy
Shows presented in English and Arabic
Specific screenings include "The Perfect Little Planet", "The Great Solar System Adventure", "Stars", "Polaris 3D Show", and "The Zula Patrol Show"

The Al Thuraya Planetarium, located within Katara Cultural Village in Doha, Qatar, invites the public to a series of complimentary movie screenings in August 2026. This initiative aims to engage visitors of all ages with immersive full-dome presentations focused on space and astronomy.

The program features distinct shows on three Tuesdays. On August 11, visitors can see "The Perfect Little Planet" at 5pm and "The Great Solar System Adventure" at 6pm. The screenings on August 18 will include "Stars" at 5pm and "Polaris 3D Show" at 6pm. The final date, August 25, will feature "The Zula Patrol Show" at 5pm and a repeat of "The Great Solar System Adventure" at 6pm.

All shows are presented in both English and Arabic. Admission is free, though seating is limited and online booking with e-tickets is required. Tickets become available on the Katara website one day prior to each screening. Attendees are advised to arrive at least 30 minutes early for registration. The Al Thuraya Planetarium is a 2,240-square-meter facility equipped with a 22-meter screen and advanced digital projectors, providing an engaging visual experience.

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Location described by the source: Al Thuraya Planetarium; thepeninsulaqatar.com
Area for browsing nearby events: Doha

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