Dynamic Earth is Edinburgh's only Science Centre and Planetarium, which tells the story of planet Earth.

Step into an evening of musical magic where the setlist is in your hands! Pitchcraft is an a cappella choir, renowned for our original arrangements and engaging performances. We invite you to direct our setlist in real time. From pop hits to timeless classics, Pitchcraft’s diverse musical range ensures a captivating experience for all. Our commitment to high-quality performances, combined with our signature mashups and medleys, guarantees a night of entertainment that’s both unique and interactive. Don’t miss this chance to influence the show and see Pitchcraft live on stage!

Cabaret with Pitchcraft

Whisky Under the Stars is an immersive tasting in Dynamic Earth’s 360° Planetarium, led by in-house astronomers for a unique blend of whisky and cosmic wonder. Guests enjoy three exceptional drams while exploring the planetarium and atmospheric indoor rainforest. This special edition marks the 300th anniversary of James Hutton, the Father of Modern Geology, whose principle of 'deep time' transformed our understanding of Earth’s history.

Whisky Under the Stars

Pink Floyd's The Dark Side of the Moon planetarium experience is back! Experience a mesmeric and immersive show with breathtaking views of the Solar System, set to the official 1973 album in spectacular surround sound. Over half a century after its launch in a planetarium, this truly is a unique way to experience this iconic album.

Planetarium Lates: Pink Floyd’s Dark Side of the Moon

The Planets 360 is a re-imagining of British composer Gustav Holst’s The Planets orchestral suite. It uses the awe-inspiring full dome format to create a sonically driven and immersive experience. The show aims to bring new audiences to the planetarium by fusing art, music and science into a 360-degree spectacle!

The Planets 360

Experience family favourite Encanto like never before as you settle beneath the stars in Edinburgh’s only Planetarium at Edinburgh’s Dynamic Earth. With on-screen lyrics for favourite musical numbers including The Family Madrigal, Surface Pressure and We Don’t Talk About Bruno, this is your chance to sing along! This isn’t just a screening, it’s a celebration! So stretch, hum, tap your toe and get ready to join in as the Planetarium fills with music, laughter and a little Madrigal magic.

Family Films Sing-a-Long Encanto!

Step into Edinburgh’s only Planetarium at Dynamic Earth, for a spectacular Planetarium Lates sing-a-long screening of The Greatest Showman. Settle beneath the stars and relive the story inspired by the imagination of P T Barnum, a visionary who created a worldwide sensation. Cheer on Hugh Jackman and swoon over Zac Efron as on-screen lyrics light up favourites including This Is Me, The Greatest Show and A Million Dreams, giving you every excuse to sing out loud!

Planetarium Lates: Sing-a-long The Greatest Showman

This science-performance art show bounces from Jane Goodall’s discoveries to AI analyses of cat language to evolution and empathy, using storytelling, puppetry, singing, video and animal drag to ask how close we really are to other animals. From the multiple award-winning group that previously brought the musical Hiya Dolly! – the story of Dolly the sheep – to the Fringe. Ranging from personal experience with animal behaviour, to animal research so new it’s warm to the touch – this solo performance asks: what do we know about the minds of other animals, and are humans really that unique?

HumAnimalia

Join the Science Storyteller on a musical journey into the surprising science behind... A A Milne's novels! In his 1928 classic, a certain sad donkey is talking about earthquakes, but why!? Award-winning science communicator and researcher Dr Iris van Zelst answers this question by exploring the basics of seismology through stories, compelling visuals and songs. Based on research from the University of Edinburgh, the show will introduce young people to science through curiosity-driven learning around beloved stories. Fascinating family fun!

The Science Storyteller

This exhibition positions service design as a bridge between Lingnan’s intangible cultural heritage as a vital part of Chinese culture and contemporary design frontiers. By integrating human-centred methods, digital narration and AI-generated art, it reinterprets traditional Chinese crafts, rituals and symbols into actionable service systems, accessible products and community interventions. Rather than freezing heritage in the past, it activates cultural wisdom for daily life, addressing real-world challenges such as aging, accessibility and cultural transmission. The exhibition demonstrates how design from China preserves and spreads Chinese culture while contributing globally relevant, future-oriented thinking.

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