Someone is Eating the Sun at the Augsburg Planetarium: Family Experience with Solar Eclipse


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A Magical Family Afternoon at the Augsburg Planetarium
On September 18, 2026, it will be exciting, child-friendly, and a bit mysterious at the S-Planetarium Augsburg: Someone is Eating the Sun takes young visitors on an exploratory journey around a solar eclipse. The show starts at 3:00 PM at the planetarium located at Ludwigstraße 14 and generally lasts about 60 to 70 minutes. The venue recommends attendance from age 4; for this program, the minimum age is stated as 5 years. ([s-planetarium.de](https://www.s-planetarium.de/programm/alle-programme/jemand-frisst-die-sonne-auf/?utm_source=openai))
A Story That Captures Children's Imagination Immediately
The focus is on a sunny day on the farm, where the animals suddenly notice that a piece of the sun is missing. From the excitement arises amazed curiosity, and from the riddle emerges a child-friendly nature experience. This mixture makes the event experience so strong: The show combines vibrant storytelling, astronomical knowledge transfer, and a clear targeting for families. ([s-planetarium.de](https://www.s-planetarium.de/programm/alle-programme/jemand-frisst-die-sonne-auf/?utm_source=openai))
Why the Planetarium is the Right Stage
The Sparkassen-Planetarium is located in the Augsburg Natural History Museum, is accessible for people with disabilities, and has 70 seats including two wheelchair spaces in the dome. Admission closes promptly at the start of the show, so arriving early is worthwhile. Eating and drinking are not allowed in the dome; jackets and bags should be placed in the cloakroom. This creates a focused, immersive experience for families under the artificial starry sky. ([s-planetarium.de](https://www.s-planetarium.de/ueber-uns/wichtige-informationen/))
Getting There, Location, and Surroundings
The visitor entrance is located at Ludwigstraße 14 at the corner of Grottenau, right in the center of Augsburg. For those arriving by car, parking options include Ludwiggarage, Augusta-Garage, and Ernst-Reuter-Platz parking garage. Public transport is well connected with stops at Staatstheater, Rathausplatz, and Karlstraße. ([s-planetarium.de](https://www.s-planetarium.de/kontakt/anfahrt/))
Admission and Ticket Information
According to the current price overview of the planetarium, starting from April 1, 2026, regular shows cost 9.50 Euros, reduced price 7.00 Euros, and 23.00 Euros for a family ticket. For children's programs like this, the reduced price is the most reliable reference; therefore, 7.00 Euros is set for this event representation. Tickets can be purchased online or on-site, as long as seats are available. ([s-planetarium.de](https://s-planetarium.de/preise-und-leistungen/preise/))
Conclusion: Anyone looking for a vivid, atmospheric, and educational experience with children will find a strong date in the autumn program here. The combination of storytelling, dome technology, and astronomical 'aha' moments makes the afternoon at the Augsburg Planetarium a special family outing. Secure your spots in time and experience the solar eclipse live. ([s-planetarium.de](https://www.s-planetarium.de/ueber-uns/wichtige-informationen/))
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