# Event Details - **Event Name**: Cosmic Nights: Origins - Birth of the Universe (19+) - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 02 Oct, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Fri, 02 Oct, 2026 at 10:30 pm (-07:00) - **Event Description**: Join us for a unique night out exploring the beginnings of the cosmos.About this EventThis is a 19+ event, ID will be required at check-inIf you're looking for a unique night out, come with us on the ultimate journey tracing back to our beginnings at Cosmic Nights: Origins - Birth of the Universe! Listen to the story of how everything came into being, from plants to planets.Discover pivotal findings that have led to greater knowledge of our universe.Learn about the first two weeks of the universe that laid critical foundations for the cosmos that followed.Experience a live demonstration about the latest Nancy Grace Roman telescope.This unique event will feature presentations by our very own H.R. MacMillan Space Centre staff experts and our partners from TRIUMF!Enjoy delicious custom Cosmic Cocktails crafted by Brat Potions!Planetarium ShowNeil deGrasse Tyson: Dark UniverseThe award-winning space show Dark Universe celebrates the pivotal discoveries that have led to greater knowledge of the universe and our place in it. Narrated by Neil deGrasse Tyson, highlights of Dark Universe include the Milky Way galaxy spangled with exploding supernovas, novel renderings of phenomena like dark matter, and spectacular scenes of spacecraft such as the Galileo probe's breathtaking plunge into Jupiter's atmosphere.This immersive 360° film is hosted by our Astronomer Dr. Rosanna Tilbrook, who will take you on a journey through the Universe on the largest of scales. From our place in the local cosmic neighbourhood to the vast web of galaxies stretching across billions of light-years, discover how astronomers map and explore the Universe around us.Auditorium LectureThe First Two Weeks of the Universe - by David McKeen, Theoretical Physicist at TRIUMFHow did our Universe go from a hot, dense beginning to the galaxies and stars we see today? This talk takes us back to the first two weeks after the Big Bang, a critical period that laid the foundations for the cosmos that followed. Along the way, we’ll explore the mysterious role of dark matter, a key ingredient in the formation of cosmic structures that remains one of science’s greatest mysteries. Discover what we know, what we don’t, and how scientists are working to uncover the nature of dark matter.Live Science DemoNancy Roman: Mother of the Space TelescopeJoin our Senior Interpreter Matthew Cimone for a live demonstration at the Groundstation Canada Theatre. In late August, NASA launched the Nancy Grace Roman Telescope, a next-generation space observatory with a mission to better understand the nature of Dark Matter, Dark Energy, and reveal hidden rogue planets in the Milky Way. Named after NASA’s first astronomer, Nancy Grace Roman is considered the “Mother” of space telescopes. Learn about Grace’s legacy, and the Roman Telescope’s mission through live science demonstrations at Ground Station Canada https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/42521310-ab04-11f1-8ed1-0da50d238dff-rimg-w1110-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/42643b80-ab04-11f1-8ed1-0da50d238dff-rimg-w1110-h740-dc080818-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/429843d0-ab04-11f1-8ed1-0da50d238dff-rimg-w1110-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/42e6b1f0-ab04-11f1-8ed1-0da50d238dff-rimg-w1110-h740-dc081818-gmir.jpg Early ShowNOTE: There are 2 agendas for this event! Please see which works best for you.🕑: 06:00 PMCheck In🕑: 09:00 PM - 09:45 PMLecture: The First Two Weeks of the Universe (Auditorium)Host: David McKeenInfo: How did our Universe go from a hot, dense beginning to the galaxies and stars we see today? This talk takes us back to the first two weeks after the Big Bang, a critical period that laid the foundations for the cosmos that followed. Along the way, we’ll explore the mysterious role of dark matter, a key ingredient in the formation of cosmic structures that remains one of science’s greatest mysteries. Discover what we know, what we don’t, and how scientists are working to uncover the nature of dark matter.🕑: 07:30 PM - 08:20 PMPlanetarium Show - Neil deGrasse Tyson: Dark Universe (Star Theatre)Host: Dr. Rosanna TilbrookInfo: The award-winning space show Dark Universe celebrates the pivotal discoveries that have led to greater knowledge of the universe and our place in it. Narrated by Neil deGrasse Tyson, highlights of Dark Universe include the Milky Way galaxy spangled with exploding supernovas, novel renderings of phenomena like dark matter, and spectacular scenes of spacecraft such as the Galileo probe's breathtaking plunge into Jupiter's atmosphere. This immersive 360° film is hosted by our Astronomer Dr. Rosanna Tilbrook, who will take you on a journey through the Universe on the largest of scales. From our place in the local cosmic neighbourhood to the vast web of galaxies stretching across billions of light-years, discover how astronomers map and explore the Universe around us.Live Demo - Nancy Roman: Mother of the Space Telescope (Multiple shows)Host: Matthew CimoneInfo: Join our Senior Interpreter Matthew Cimone for a live demonstration at the Groundstation Canada Theatre. In late August, NASA launched the Nancy Grace Roman Telescope, a next-generation space observatory with a mission to better understand the nature of Dark Matter, Dark Energy, and reveal hidden rogue planets in the Milky Way. Named after NASA’s first astronomer, Nancy Grace Roman is considered the “Mother” of space telescopes. Learn about Grace’s legacy, and the Roman Telescope’s mission through live science demonstrations at Ground Station Canada 🕑: 10:00 PMBar Closes🕑: 10:30 PMEvent EndsLate ShowNOTE: There are 2 agendas for this event! Please see which works best for you.🕑: 06:30 PMCheck In🕑: 08:00 PM - 08:45 PMLecture: The First Two Weeks of the Universe (Auditorium)Host: Dacid McKeenInfo: How did our Universe go from a hot, dense beginning to the galaxies and stars we see today? This talk takes us back to the first two weeks after the Big Bang, a critical period that laid the foundations for the cosmos that followed. Along the way, we’ll explore the mysterious role of dark matter, a key ingredient in the formation of cosmic structures that remains one of science’s greatest mysteries. Discover what we know, what we don’t, and how scientists are working to uncover the nature of dark matter.🕑: 09:00 PM - 09:50 PMPlanetarium Show - Neil deGrasse Tyson: Dark Universe (Star Theatre)Host: Dr. Rosanna TilbrookInfo: The award-winning space show Dark Universe celebrates the pivotal discoveries that have led to greater knowledge of the universe and our place in it. Narrated by Neil deGrasse Tyson, highlights of Dark Universe include the Milky Way galaxy spangled with exploding supernovas, novel renderings of phenomena like dark matter, and spectacular scenes of spacecraft such as the Galileo probe's breathtaking plunge into Jupiter's atmosphere. This immersive 360° film is hosted by our Astronomer Dr. Rosanna Tilbrook, who will take you on a journey through the Universe on the largest of scales. From our place in the local cosmic neighbourhood to the vast web of galaxies stretching across billions of light-years, discover how astronomers map and explore the Universe around us.Live Demo - Nancy Roman: Mother of the Space Telescope (Multiple shows)Info: Join our Senior Interpreter Matthew Cimone for a live demonstration at the Groundstation Canada Theatre. In late August, NASA launched the Nancy Grace Roman Telescope, a next-generation space observatory with a mission to better understand the nature of Dark Matter, Dark Energy, and reveal hidden rogue planets in the Milky Way. Named after NASA’s first astronomer, Nancy Grace Roman is considered the “Mother” of space telescopes. Learn about Grace’s legacy, and the Roman Telescope’s mission through live science demonstrations at Ground Station Canada 🕑: 10:30 PMEvent Ends🕑: 10:00 PMBar Closes - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/vancouver/cosmic-nights-origins-birth-of-the-universe-19/100001999733952082 - **Event Categories**: science-fair, art, theatre, entertainment - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 11.5, max: 78.23, currency: CAD ## Event venue details - **city**: Vancouver - **state**: BC - **country**: Canada - **location**: H.R. MacMillan Space Centre - **lat**: 49.276281 - **long**: -123.14443900000003 - **full address**: H.R. MacMillan Space Centre, 1100 Chestnut Street, Vancouver, Canada ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Cosmic Nights: Origins - Birth of the Universe (19+) - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/1113c05c28f97f3b591d18df748945b3304748d2f20e909ccd7b1f04accaf4bf-rimg-w1200-h600-dc080808-gmir.jpg?v=1788817028 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Cosmic Nights: Origins - Birth of the Universe (19+) being held? - **A:** Cosmic Nights: Origins - Birth of the Universe (19+) takes place on Fri, 02 Oct, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Fri, 02 Oct, 2026 at 10:30 pm at H.R. MacMillan Space Centre, 1100 Chestnut Street, Vancouver, Canada. - **Q**: Who is organizing Cosmic Nights: Origins - Birth of the Universe (19+)? - **A:** Cosmic Nights: Origins - Birth of the Universe (19+) is organized by H.R. MacMillan Space Centre. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Cosmic Nights: Origins - Birth of the Universe (19+) is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Vancouver, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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