Halloween: Celestial Origins

Vampires, Witches, Goblins, and other spooky creatures! What do you associate with Halloween? Trick-or-Treating, costumes, or something more… Be it ghoulish or ghostly, Halloween is an astronomical holiday! Experience the history of Halloween and how it fits into the seasons as a “cross-quarter day.” From Celtic roots around the harvest and bonfires to modern celebrations, see why the night is celebrated as one of spirits from beyond and sweet treats! See how Samhain, and All Saints Day would eventually transform into Halloween. Traverse the night sky and learn what planets, constellations, and stars will be out on your Halloween evening. A fun filled program for the whole family!

Tickets for planetarium programs are $7 for Adults, $6 for UMaine Students/Veterans/Senior Citizens, and $5 for children under 12.

Tickets may be purchased online, by phone at 207.581.1341, or at our ticket box office prior to the show.

You may also like the following events from Versant Power Astronomy Center & Jordan Planetarium:

• This Friday, 10th October, 07:00 pm, Phantom of the Universe in Orono
• This Sunday, 12th October, 04:00 pm, Monster Mash: A Halloween Spooktacular! in Orono
• Next Tuesday, 14th October, 10:00 am, Forward to the Moon in Orono

Also check out other Nonprofit events in Orono.