Summer Matinees
Out of this World Summer Fun
Beat the heat this summer with our immersive programming designed for the whole family!
Summer Matinees
Summer matinees are offered on Wednesdays at 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. through June and July. Reservations are not accepted for the summer matinees and walk-ins are welcome. Tickets are purchased at the time of arrival. The Planetarium will be closed through June 30 for system upgrades
| June | 1:00 p.m. | 2:00 p.m. |
|---|---|---|
| 5th | Closed | Closed |
| 12th | Closed | Closed |
| 19th | Closed | Closed |
| 26th | Closed | Closed |
Planetarium ADMISSION PRICES
ADMISSION PRICES
General Admission
| Adults | $5.00 |
| Senior citizens over 55 and East Texas A&M faculty and staff with ID | $5.00 |
| Children under 18 and university students with ID | $5.00 |
Privately scheduled groups, school groups, or special programs
| Per person rate for one show selection for groups larger than 15 | $5.00 |
| Per person rate for two shows presented back-to-back | $10.00 |
| Minimum fee for groups with less than 15 in attendance for one show | $75.00 |
Directions and PArking
Planetarium Directions
Getting Here
Physical address: 2201 W. Neal St, Commerce, TX 75428
The planetarium is located in the McFarland Science Building of the East Texas A&M campus, located approximately 65 miles northeast of the Dallas metroplex.
From Dallas, take Interstate 30 east. Exit to Highway 50/24 (exit 101) and proceed approximately 10 miles north to Commerce. The first intersection/stoplight is Culver and Hwy 50/24, turn right toward the east and prepare to take the first turn left turn on Neal Street. Continue straight on Neal Street which will end at the McFarland Science Building. Signs have been posted for directions beginning at the intersection of Culver and Hwy 50/24.
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Parking
Parking for the planetarium is in lot 19 only for all visits other than Friday night public shows. Parking outside of lot 19 can result in vehicles receiving a parking ticket. This includes buses, and we request that buses pull through the bus drop-off zone to offload passengers, then relocate to Lot 19. Please find Planetarium parking on the campus map. Parking in Lot 35 is still allowed for Friday night shows only.
Please allow extra time for parking and to purchase tickets. For the comfort and safety of all our visitors, once the planetarium doors are closed, late admission is not permitted.
Back to menuContact Us
- Planetarium and Observatory
- 903.468.8650
- [email protected]
- P.O. Box 3011
- Commerce, TX 75429-3011
For a recorded message providing show information and times, call 903.468.8652.