When does Aurora – Wonder of the Northern Lights take place?

The event starts on Sunday, October 25, 2026, at 5 PM at the PLANET KA Planetarium Karlsruhe.

How long does the event last?

The presentation lasts about 60 minutes.

What age is Aurora suitable for?

Aurora is aimed at adults and children aged ten and above.

How much does a ticket cost?

The regular admission price is 12 euros. Other tariff levels and discounts may be available in the official ticket shop.

When is admission and is there a late entry?

Admission begins about 30 minutes before the event starts. Late entry is not possible.

Where is PLANET KA located?

PLANET KA is located at Alte Schlachthof 4 in 76131 Karlsruhe. The stops Schloss Gottesaue and Tullastraße are nearby.

Aurora in PLANET KA: Polar lights, space travel, and cosmic wonder in Karlsruhe

Name: Aurora - Wonder of the Northern Lights
Start: 2026-10-25T17:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-10-25T18:00:00+01:00
Location: PLANET KA Planetarium Karlsruhe

Aurora – Experience the polar lights as immersive light art

When green, violet, and reddish light veils glide across the planetarium dome, the visit to Aurora – Wonder of the Northern Lights at PLANET KA Karlsruhe transforms into an extraordinary art experience. On October 25, 2026, the 360° projection takes adults and children aged ten and above into the fascinating world of the Aurora Borealis and Aurora Australis.

A dance of colors, shapes, and light

The production by Korean astrophotographer Kwon O Chul presents polar lights in real-time and 4K resolution. The ultra-sensitive camera technology makes the flowing movements of charged particles in the Earth's atmosphere an impressive visual choreography. In the dome, light, space, and color unfold into an aesthetic experience that completely envelops the viewer.

Between astrophotography and scientific insight

Aurora connects painting, installation, and projection not in a classical sense, but translates a real natural phenomenon into an immersive audiovisual visual language. Original footage from onboard the International Space Station (ISS) meets lifelike computer visualizations. This creates an education-oriented work examination that connects scientific research, cultural traditions, and the poetic power of the starry sky.

The current starry sky over Karlsruhe

At the beginning, PLANET KA presents live the current starry sky over Karlsruhe. This local opening anchors the cosmic happenings in the immediate present and opens a special approach to astronomy. The exhibition atmosphere of the planetarium dome creates a focused space for wonder, orientation, and cultural education.

An intense art experience for families and stargazers

The approximately 60-minute event targets adults and children aged ten and above. Admission begins about 30 minutes before the event starts. As no late entry is possible, timely arrival is recommended. PLANET KA is located at Alte Schlachthof in Karlsruhe and is easily accessible by public transport.

Conclusion: Experience the northern lights live in Karlsruhe

Aurora – Wonder of the Northern Lights connects astrophotography, space travel, projection, and astronomical education into an impressive aesthetic experience. Those who want to not only view the northern lights in pictures but experience them as a glowing spatial effect with all their senses should definitely visit this event live at PLANET KA.