Hours of Operation
Solar Eclipse in April 8th
The webpage provides detailed information on the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse occurring on April 8, 2024, crossing North America through Mexico, the United States, and Canada. It offers a map showing the eclipse's path, from Texas to Maine, and lists times for totality's beginning in various U.S. cities. Additionally, it highlights the availability of a map from NASA's Scientific Visualization Studio to further explore the eclipse's path and visibility.
For more detailed information, please visit the NASA website.
HEB Planetarium will be giving out a limited amount of solar eclipse glasses that day
H-E-B Planetarium
Come visit us at the planetarium during our scheduled times below and watch one of the many films available. We welcome walk-in visitors and also appointments for large groups. To schedule an appointment, please click the link below to learn more on the planetarium.
More information about the planetarium.
Telescope Observations
Join us Tuesday nights to watch the stars and planets through our many telescopes!
Come and learn about the wondrous planets in the Milky Way galaxy!
More about telescope observations.
Portable Dome
Take your students to the moons of Jupiter or explore the night sky and its constellations right on your campus with The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Planetarium. The UTRGV HEB Planetarium is proud to offer a stellar journey through the universe from the comfort and security of your own school for students at all grade levels with the Portable Planetarium.