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Stargazing Late & Live

Immerse yourself amongst the stars as our resident astronomers guide you across the cosmos, delving into their favourite sights to see along the way!

Stargazing Late & Live

About Stargazing Late & Live

18th Apr 2026 to 19th Apr 2026
8pm
Dynamic Earth
112 - 116 Holyrood Gait, Edinburgh Old Town EH8 8AS
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Gaze up at Edinburgh’s night sky, visit distant worlds and view space through the lenses of state-of-the-art telescopes. Don’t miss out-of-this-world insights and stunning imagery in Edinburgh’s only Planetarium.

Suitable for Ages 18+

Presented by Dynamic Earth

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