Space Science and Astronomy Section

20/08/2025

06/11/2024

LAST NIGHT'S CELESTIAL DUO: Moon and Venus Conjunction

A conjunction occurs when any two astronomical objects such as asteroids, moons, planets, and stars appear to be close together in the sky and share the same Right Ascension (RA) as observed from Earth. However, the closeness of these duo is only apparent from our viewpoint, as the objects are actually millions of kilometers apart.

Did you also see this striking astronomical display last night? Share your photos in the comment section 😍

07/10/2024

World Space Week, is an annual international celebration of science and technology, and their contribution to improving the human condition. For this year's celebration, DOST-PAGASA invites you to join us with our free Planetarium Shows and Workshops for kids this 9 October 2024. You can scan the QR codes or click the link to register.

See you! 🤩

WSW Workshop: bit.ly/WSWS2024Workshop
WSW Free Planetarium: bit.ly/WSW2024Planetarium

02/10/2024

Thank you for joining us on the Let's Light Up the Constellation Workshop! ✨

Stay tuned for the registration of another session on the Let's Light Up the Constellation Workshop next week for our World Space Week celebration.

See you! 🤩

02/10/2024

HEADS UP GARCIANOS!

In celebration of 100 Hours of Astronomy, the DOST-PAGASA Space Science and Astronomy Section invites you to join us in a day of astronomical wonders as we bring you free mobile planetarium shows and telescoping sessions. This outreach program aims to engage as many people from all ages and walks of life to the wonders of our astronomical surroundings.
In partnership with the International Planetarium Society with their celebration of 100 years of the Planetarium, we invite you to come to the Padre Garcia Cultural Center, Quilo-quilo North, Padre Garcia, Batangas this October 03, from 1:00 PM onwards to learn more about our vast sky.
Show schedules are in the attached pictures. Shows will be on a first-come, first-served basis and a maximum of 40 people per session will be observed.
Thank you and see you there!

30/09/2024

2 DAYS LEFT TO REGISTER!

Join us for the Free Planetarium from 2-4 October from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM and the Workshop for Kids on 2 October from 10:00AM to 11:00 AM to celebrate the 100 Hours of Astronomy. To register kindly use the link below or scan the QR code.
Free Planetarium: https://bit.ly/100HAFreePlanetarium
Free Workshop: https://bit.ly/100HAWorkshop
Please note that the free workshop is limited to 30 kids.
See you at the DOST-PAGASA Planetarium. Thank you and clear skies!

27/09/2024

5 DAYS LEFT TO REGISTER!

Join us for the Free Planetarium from 2-4 October from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM and the Workshop for Kids on 2 October from 10:00AM to 11:00 AM to celebrate the 100 Hours of Astronomy. To register kindly use the link below or scan the QR code.

Free Planetarium: https://bit.ly/100HAFreePlanetarium

Free Workshop: https://bit.ly/100HAWorkshop

Please note that the free workshop is limited to 30 kids.

See you at the DOST-PAGASA Planetarium. Thank you and clear skies!

25/09/2024

This October, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical, and Astronomical Services Administration (DOST-PAGASA) through its Space Science and Astronomy Section (SSAS) celebrates 100 Hours of Astronomy, a program of the International Astronomical Union- Office of Astronomy Outreach (IAU-OAO) held from October 02-05 October. Join us for 100 hours of fun and educational activities as we explore the wonders of the universe.

The Free Planetarium will be from 2-4 October from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM while the Workshop for Kids will be on 2 October from 10:00AM to 11:00 AM.

See you!

21/09/2024

22 September 2024 marks the beginning of the Autumnal Equinox in the Northern Hemisphere and Vernal Equinox in the Southern Hemisphere. During equinoxes, the day and night are each approximately 12 hours long. Tomorrow, the Sun will rise at 5:45 AM and will set at 5:53 PM. The time discrepancy is caused by atmospheric refraction enabling us to observe the sun minutes before it actually rises and sets.

18/09/2024

Look up!

A Perigee Full Moon, commonly known as a Super Moon, will grace our night sky tonight. It is an astronomical phenomenon occurring when the closest approach of the Moon to the Earth, referred to as perigee, coincides with a Full Moon. A Super Moon is about 7% bigger and 15% brighter than a regular Full Moon.

If the weather permits, we will be able to observe the Super Moon as it rises above the horizon at 6:08 PM until it sets at 5:36 AM the next day.

12/09/2024

❗PLEASE READ

To all small groups planning to visit the DOST-PAGASA Planetarium, these are the schedules allotted for you.

Please take note that the Planetarium personnel reserve the right to cancel any scheduled visit due to any of the following reasons:

1. The reserved visitors for the day are less than 10
2. Unruly behavior of the group
3. Emergency cases, such as equipment breakdown and lecturer’s ill condition or state of health
4. Excessive number of reserved visitors
5. Fifteen minutes late from the scheduled visit

Thank you and clear skies!

Registration link:
https://bit.ly/PlanetariumReservation

12/09/2024

Are you planning to visit the DOST-PAGASA Planetarium? Here's a guide on how to book a Planetarium Visit along with some Frequently Asked Questions.