Explore the Fleischmann Planetarium
Immerse yourself in a faraway galaxy. Experience Full-Dome Theater shows and engaging educational exhibits at one of Nevada's historic landmark science centers.
Sci-On! Film Festival 2024
Wednesday, May 1 - Saturday, May 4
The Sci-On! Film Festival seeks to recognize, reward and showcase outstanding science and science-fiction films and filmmakers. Meet film directors, attend the "Art of Space" reception and watch this year's best animated shorts from around the world!
General admission: $10 per person
Student/staff/senior 60+/service member tickets: $5
Planetarium member tickets: Free
Upcoming events
Learn more about upcoming events hosted at the Fleischmann Planetarium.
Meet the Planetarium Director
Paul McFarlane is the Director of the Fleischmann Planetarium and Science Center. An educator, Paul taught for more than 25 years in the Washoe County School District.
He has studied astronomy and astrophysics at the University of Nevada, Reno’s Department of Physics, doing coursework and research using the MacLean Observatory telescopes at the Redfield Campus. McFarlane also trained at Johnson and Kennedy Space Centers with aerospace and NASA experts in astronomy, engineering and planetary science.