This Harry Potter Astronomy Event In New Jersey Is Out Of This World

If the words patronus, alohamora, or expelliarmus mean anything to you, you're going to love this Harry Potter Astronomy Event! There has been such a demand for it that new showtimes have been added. Tickets go on sale tomorrow (1/4/19), so read on to see if it's something you'd be interested in. I may not be psychic, but I think you will be! If it's not for you, someone you know is sure to love it...it's going to be magical.

Robert J. Novins Planetarium is one of the largest and most active planetariums in New Jersey.

Part of Ocean County Community College, but open to the public, the planetarium offers some of the latest projection technology for an incredible, immersive experience. Regular shows include journeys to Mars, but they're hosting a special event on February 23rd and 24th...

The Astronomical World Of Harry Potter!

As you may recall, Hogwarts (pictured) had an astronomy tower, and an astronomy class led by Aurora Sinistra. In this muggle-friendly astronomy class, participants will learn about all the ways the characters and events in Harry Potter take their origins from the stars and constellations. From the bright star Sirius, in the constellation Canis Major, also known as the Big Dog, to the stars Regulus and Bellatrix, the night sky is filled with some of your favorite, and least favorite, Harry Potter characters! There are also dragons, centaurs and werewolves waiting for you to discover them in the stars.In addition to the special show and star chat, guests will enjoy themed refreshments, wand making, a potions class, and wizardly games and activities. Two courses are available, Beginner Astronomy (recommended for children age 6 and up and their families) and Advanced Astronomy (recommended for children 12 and up, and adults). Tickets are $20 and while tickets for 2/23 are already sold out, tickets for 2/24 will go on sale tomorrow (1/4) at 10 a.m..

For additional details and ticket info, visit the Robert J. Novins Planetarium website here. It's located at 1 College Drive, Toms River. If you're looking for more astronomical fun in New Jersey, check out the massive Jennifer Chalsty Planetarium at Liberty Science Center.