School Holidays: The Little Star that Could

Follow one little star’s journey to find a name and family of its own. Little Star, an average yellow star, searches for planets of his own to protect and warm. Along the way, he meets other stars, learns what makes each star special and discovers that stars combine to form clusters and galaxies. He also learns about the planets in our Solar System!

  • Words by Stardome Observatory & Planetarium
  • Last updated 15 Jan 2025

Perfect for introducing young children to space.

After the show there's a short live presentation on the night sky above Auckland.

During school holidays all our weekday daytime planetarium shows are followed by outdoor water bottle rocket launching! (weather dependent)

Bookings essential. Please arrive at least 15 minutes early for shows. Late entry into the planetarium is not possible once the show has started.

Recommended for ages 3-4 years.

Free for Starlight Explorer passes.

Location Te wāhi
Stardome Observatory & Planetarium
670 Manukau Road, One Tree Hill
Plan your route
Getting there Te huarahi ki reira

There is free parking outside Stardome or on Haydn Ave. 90 minute parking available in other areas of One Tree Hill Domain & Cornwall Park.

Local tip He tīwhiri mō te rohe

For an unusual gif, you can adopt a star and get a personalised certificate with your star coordinates.

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  • Mon 30 Sep 10am - 11am
  • Wed 02 Oct 10am - 11am
  • Thu 03 Oct 10am - 11am
  • Mon 07 Oct 10am - 11am
  • Tue 08 Oct 10am - 11am
  • Wed 09 Oct 10am - 11am
  • Thu 10 Oct 10am - 11am