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

The event takes place on Sunday, September 27, 2026, at 7 PM. Admission begins about 30 minutes before the event starts.

How long does the event last?

The event lasts approximately 60 minutes.

What age is Aurora suitable for?

Aurora – Wonders of the Northern Lights is suitable for adults and children from the age of ten.

How much does a ticket cost?

The regular admission price is 12 Euros. Reduced tickets and other ticket categories may be offered depending on availability.

Where does the event take place?

Aurora takes place at the PLANET KA Planetarium Karlsruhe at Alten Schlachthof 4 in 76131 Karlsruhe.

Is late admission possible?

No. No late admission is possible after the event has begun. Unused tickets will expire without refund.

Aurora at PLANET KA: When the Northern Lights Enchant the Karlsruhe Planetarium Dome

Name: Aurora – Wonders of the Northern Lights
Start: 2026-09-27T19:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-09-27T20:00:00+02:00
Location: PLANET KA Planetarium Karlsruhe

Aurora – The Northern Lights as a Luminous Artistic Experience at the Planetarium Karlsruhe

On September 27, 2026, the dome of the PLANET KA Planetarium in Karlsruhe will transform into a colorful sky laboratory. Aurora – Wonders of the Northern Lights takes adults and children from the age of ten into the fascinating world of the auroras, combining aesthetic experience with astronomical knowledge transfer.

A Dance of Light, Color, and Movement

In an impressive 360-degree projection, the Northern Lights and Southern Lights display their full visual power. Green, red, violet, and blue glide across the star dome, while flowing shapes resemble cosmic veils, waves, and atmospheric paintings. The exhibition atmosphere of the planetarium creates an immersive spatial effect, where the observation of the artwork becomes a journey through the night sky.

Kwon O Chul and the Beauty of the Northern Lights

The production of the Korean astrophotographer Kwon O Chul presents the auroras in real-time and 4K resolution. His ultra-high sensitive camera technology reveals the movements and color layers of the Aurora Borealis and Aurora Australis in extraordinary detail. The result resembles an audiovisual installation, where nature observation, photography, and digital projection merge into a total experience.

Between Myth and Scientific Knowledge

Original footage from aboard the International Space Station (ISS) extends the view beyond the earthly perspective. Life-like computer visualizations explain the scientific connections behind the Northern Lights and simultaneously lead to the legends that people have associated with this celestial phenomenon for centuries. Cultural education appears not as dry knowledge transfer but as a sensory encounter with a natural wonder.

The Current Night Sky Over Karlsruhe

To begin, PLANET KA presents the current night sky over Karlsruhe live. Thus, the cosmic projection connects with the specific location and the real night sky above the city. The approximately 60-minute event offers space for awe, orientation, and an intense aesthetic experience under the planetarium dome.

Conclusion: A Journey to the Lights of the Earth

Aurora – Wonders of the Northern Lights awaits the audience as a visually overwhelming artistic experience with astronomical depth. The combination of 360-degree projection, ISS footage, scientific classification, and live presented night sky makes the event a special cultural experience for families, sky enthusiasts, and everyone looking to rediscover the interplay of light, space, and nature. A visit to PLANET KA offers the opportunity not only to see the Northern Lights but to experience their full spatial and emotional impact.