Starlight with Santa 2025 at H.R. MacMillan Space Centre
A Magical Holiday Planetarium Experience for Families
The H.R. MacMillan Space Centre invites local families to a special two-day holiday celebration — Starlight with Santa, a festive seasonal experience combining space science, Christmas magic, and immersive 360° planetarium shows. This limited-time event brings together Santa photos, cosmic crafts, interactive exhibits, and a special North Pole stargazing journey designed just for the holidays.
Event Overview
📍 Location: H.R. MacMillan Space Centre, Vancouver, BC
📅 Dates: December 20 & 21, 2025
🕐 Time: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
🎯 Perfect For: Families with children, holiday lovers, and young space explorers
🔗 Tickets: Starlight with Santa
What to Expect
🎅 Santa Corner (1:00 PM – 4:30 PM)
Meet Santa and capture a festive moment!
First-come, first-served. Please bring your own camera or phone.
🎨 Cosmic Holiday Crafts
Kids can create DIY space-themed ornaments and holiday crafts — a perfect keepsake to take home.
🌌 North Pole Journey – 360° Add-On Experience
Enhance your planetarium show with a special 10-minute North Pole stargazing adventure, presented in full 360° immersion. Journey through the festive night sky and discover the winter stars that guide Santa.
🪐 Planetarium Shows (select during checkout)
Each show runs 30–45 minutes. Visitors may enjoy festive activities before or after their showtime.
Daily Schedule:
• 1:00 PM: Messenger of Time and Space
• 2:00 PM: World of Ice
• 3:00 PM: Big Astronomy
• 4:00 PM: One Sky Project: Dreams of the Stars
🔭 Cosmic Courtyard + Live Science Demo
Explore hands-on exhibits, space artifacts, and interactive learning stations.
A live demonstration from the Space Centre’s science interpreter adds an exciting educational twist to the holiday experience.
Why Families Will Love It
✓ A magical mix of science and Christmas fun
✓ Santa meet-and-greet in a unique space setting
✓ A special 360° holiday planetarium experience
✓ Creative crafts that spark imagination
✓ One-weekend-only experience — limited tickets available
Don’t Miss This Holiday Space Adventure
With festive activities, live demonstrations, and immersive shows, Starlight with Santa offers a truly unique Christmas experience for kids and adults alike.
🎟 Book Your Ticket Now! — (Tickets are limited and expected to sell out quickly)
