Planetarium Theater
Planetarium Theater
Now Showing!
The Case of the Disappearing Planet
A detective story of what is
a planet and why Pluto isn't.
Also Showing at
2 p.m. showtime:
Appalachian Skies
Show Times and Information
Public Planetarium Shows
Public planetarium astronomy programs are geared for family audiences and are suitable for ages 10 and above.
Show Times
Weekdays
September through May:
4 p.m. - Tues. through Fri. only.
June, July, & August:
1, 2, & 4 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday
September through May
1, 2, & 4 p.m.
June, July & August
1, 2, 4, & 5 p.m.
Planetarium Show Tickets
Tickets are $4.00 per person. Children ages 5 and under will be given a free pass.
Park Association members are free.
Group rates to regularly scheduled public shows are $3.00 per person.The group must have at least 15 people, including children of all ages, and no other discounts may be used with group rates. Groups must make reservations in advance by calling 423-229-9447.
More details about group rates and facility rentals >>
School Planetarium Programs
Bays Mountain provides quality educational programming that is designed to meet the needs of grades K through 12. Special school programs are available from September through May. These presentations are scheduled on mornings and early afternoons from Tuesday through Friday. Please visit the Education area of our site for information about how to schedule a school visit and detailed program information.
Show Production
Bays Mountain Park has a long history of quality show production for the planetarium theater.
Behind-the-Scenes
Get a look at what's involved in creating a show for the Bays Mountain Planetarium Theater. See how a show goes from just an idea to becoming one of our quality programs. Go Behind-the-Scenes >>
Show Leasing
Are you looking for an exciting program to show in your planetarium? Then look no further!
Bays Mountain has two slide-format shows available for lease to your theater and will soon offer spectacular full-dome programs, as well. Lease a show for your theater >>