The world of immersive media is growing rapidly, and planetariums play a key role in this ecosystem. With over 4,000 planetariums worldwide listed in the Planetarium World Map on planetariums-database.org, businesses, brands, and event organizers gain access to a new dimension of immersive event planning. But why is this database particularly valuable for Softmachine customers? Let’s explore the advantages.

1. Global Reach for Immersive Events, Roadshows, and Use Cases

Hosting an immersive event not just in one, but in multiple locations worldwide has never been easier. Thanks to the detailed Planetarium World Map, Fulldome productions and immersive experiences can be synchronized across multiple cities or even continents. This presents enormous opportunities for global product launches, educational projects, science communication, brand storytelling, and large-scale roadshows requiring presentations across multiple countries or continents.

Common Use Cases:

Corporate Roadshows: Multi-location product launches and brand activations.
Educational Tours: Science and technology exhibitions traveling across institutions.
Industry Conferences: Immersive keynote presentations in various global venues.
Entertainment & Art: Fulldome film screenings and multimedia performances.
Training & Simulation: VR and AR-driven training sessions for global teams.
Press Conferences: Engaging media events with immersive presentations to captivate journalists and enhance coverage.
Corporate Milestones: Celebrating company anniversaries or significant achievements with immersive storytelling to honor past successes and inspire future goals.

Example: An automotive brand can simultaneously showcase an immersive experience about sustainable mobility in Berlin, Tokyo, and New York—reaching an international audience with minimal logistical costs and maximum impact. Likewise, a company unveiling new technology can host coordinated presentations in planetariums across Europe, Asia, and North America, ensuring a cohesive global message and brand consistency.

2. Standardized Fulldome Technology Simplifies Production and Distribution

Another advantage of the worldwide planetarium database is that many listed venues feature comparable Fulldome projection systems. This means that a single Fulldome production or immersive show can be reused across different locations with minimal adjustments.

This not only reduces costs but also ensures that immersive quality remains consistently high—a challenge often difficult to achieve with other event formats.

3. Ideal Venues for Scientific, Cultural, and Commercial Presentations

Originally developed for astronomical content, planetariums today offer much more than star projections. They are perfect venues for:

Technology and innovation presentations (e.g., AI, space tech, VR/AR)
Brand storytelling through immersive experiences
Educational initiatives and science communication
Artistic and audiovisual performances
Thanks to the database, planetariums can be filtered not only by location but also by technical capabilities, making it easy to find the ideal venue for any project.

4. Restrictions of Planetarium Directors & Mobile Domes as an Alternative

Beyond fixed venues, mobile Fulldome installations are expanding worldwide. These offer even greater flexibility for immersive experiences, as they can be set up at trade shows, festivals, or corporate events.

Many planetariums operate under specific restrictions set by their directors. These limitations may include a preference for educational content over commercial presentations, scheduling constraints due to regular astronomy programs, and venue-specific technical requirements. Securing a planetarium for an immersive event often requires early planning and alignment with their programming policies.

As an alternative, mobile domes and pop-up installations offer greater flexibility. These structures can be set up in various locations, including trade shows, festivals, and corporate events, allowing brands and organizations to present immersive content without being limited by fixed planetarium schedules.

Softmachine customers benefit from our expertise in planning and executing custom immersive experiences, whether in traditional planetariums or mobile dome setups.

5. How Softmachine Helps You Find the Perfect Location

With over 20 years of experience in Fulldome content and immersive event production, Softmachine is your ideal partner for identifying the right planetarium for your project. Our team supports you with:

✅ Location research & booking
✅ Technical planning & content adaptation
✅ Production and live execution of your event

Whether it’s a science show, brand activation, or cultural event—we bring your immersive experience to where it has the greatest impact.

Conclusion: Maximize Visibility with the Planetarium World Map

The global planetarium database provides a revolutionary way to scale immersive experiences strategically. Companies, brands, and institutions can showcase their content at high-impact locations worldwide while optimizing production costs.

Softmachine helps you leverage this infrastructure effectively—so your immersive message reaches an international audience. Contact us to plan your Fulldome event!