Digital Dome Theater

About the Digital Dome Theater

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SUNY Corning Community College’s Planetarium is now the Digital Dome Theater, offering the Southern Tier of New York and Northern Tier of Pennsylvania more than a valuable astronomical resource. The newly renovated Digital Dome is equipped to offer educational experiences for all disciplines.

The new digital technology seamlessly integrates data, models, videos, and graphics from across the educational spectrum to engage audiences in a new immersive educational experience. The Corning Community College Digital Dome provides audiences with inspiring and amazing multimedia voyages on a 360 degree dome that are accessible to audiences of all ages and interests. The Dome offers programming for the public, schools, other groups, and private rentals. 

For more information on the Digital Dome Theater and its offerings, contact Jennifer (digitaldome@corning-cc.edu) at 607-962-9595. For Beautifica questions contact, boxoffice@jameshood.com

Public Shows

Now Showing:

One World, One Sky (Sesame Street); Stars of the Pharaohs; Dark Side of the Moon

June 2, 5pm, Two Small Pieces of Glass 
June 2, 6pm, Dark Side of the Moon 
June 5, 6pm, Worlds Beyond Earth 
June 5, 7pm, Dark Side of the Moon 
June 5, 7;30pm, Elmira Corning Astronomical Society Meeting and Open House
June 5, 8pm, Dark Side of the Moon
June 6, 11am, Two Small Pieces of Glass 
June 6, 12pm, Worlds Beyond Earth 
June 7, 11am, Two Small Pieces of Glass 
June 7, 12pm Worlds Beyond Earth
June 12, 6pm, Worlds Beyond Earth
June 12, 7pm, Worlds Beyond Earth
June 12, 8pm, Dark Side of the Moon
June 13, 11am, Two Small Pieces of Glass
June 13, 12pm, Worlds Beyond Earth
June 26, 6pm, Worlds Beyond Earth
June 26, 7pm, Dark Side of the Moon
June 27, 11am, Two Small Pieces of Glass
June 27, 12pm, Worlds Beyond Earth 
June 27, 2pm, Dark side of the Moon

July 3, 6pm, Big Astronomy
July 3, 7pm, Dark Side of the Moon
July 3, 8pm, Dark Side of the Moon
July 17, 6pm, Big Astronomy
July 17, 7pm, Big Astronomy
July 17, 8pm, Dark Side of the Moon
July 18, 11am, Big Astronomy
July 18, 12pm, Big Astronomy
July 18, 2pm, Dark Side of the Moon
July 18, 3pm, Dark Side of the Moon
July 24, 6pm, Big Astronomy
July 24, 7pm, Dark Side of the Moon
July 25, 11am, Big Astronomy
July 25, 12pm, Big Astronomy
July 25, 2pm, Dark Side of the Moon
July 31, 6pm, Big Astronomy
July 31, 7pm, Dark Side of the Moon
July 31, 8pm, Dark Side of the Moon

Aug 1, 11am, Dinosaurs at Dusk
Aug 1, 12pm, Dinosaurs at Dusk

2026 Show Schedule

January, Orbital
February, Natural Selection
March, From Earth to the Universe
April, Cosmic Adventure
May, Stars of the Pharaohs
June, Worlds Beyond Earth
July, Big Astronomy 
August, Dinosaurs at Dusk
September, Living Worlds
October, Spooky Space
November, Living in Balance 
December, TBA

*Shows and times are subject to change. Check back the week before your visit to verify.
 
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*The charge on your credit card statement will appear as "Corning Community NY"

Fees

$8/ adult, age 18-64
$6/ seniors, age 65+
$4/ children, 5-17
Free, children 4 and under (shows are in a dark environment that may frighten some young children)
Free, CCC students

Also interested in visiting the Observatory? Observatory Open Hours

Group Programs

The Digital Dome Theater offers programs to enhance your curriculum and meet your educational needs. Choose from existing programs or create your own. 

Click here to view the Digital Dome Programs.

Interested in learning more or scheduling a field trip, please email digitaldome@corning-cc.edu.

Fees

$5/person

Rentals

The Digital Dome is available for private rentals. The dome seats 72. A party space is available with flexible furniture for food and/or activities. For more information contact digitaldome@corning-cc.edu.

Birthday Parties

Looking for a space for your next birthday party? We’d be happy to host you. The dome is available for small parties of 20 or fewer. The two hour birthday party rental includes a private screening of a show of your choice followed by a live star talk of tonight’s sky. For an additional fee we can create custom content and activities. In addition to the dome we provide a space for cake and other activities. 

Fee

$200 for 2 hours and 20 people.
Additional time and activities for an additional fee.

Weekends fill up fast. Please reach out early to secure your spot. 

To schedule or make inquiries please contact digitaldome@corning-cc.edu.

Accessibility

Audio enhancing devices are available. 

SUNY CCC is committed to ensuring welcoming and inclusive events. Please contact digitaldome@corning-cc.edu if you will need accommodations to participate.