Seaplanes: Exhibitions and events in Biscarrosse

Stars Night - August 4, 2025 from 8pm to midnight

On the 4th of August, embark on magical evening themed "Oceans of the Sky"!

Did you know? From Space, our planet looks like a blue pearl floating in immensity. 2/3 of its surface is covered with water and a thin atmosphere protects it. Our planet shelters an abundant life, the only form of life we know of in the Universe. Water is not only to be found on Earth, but it is also everywhere in cosmos, in star clouds, on Jupiter and Saturn's frozen oceans, and in the remotest nebulas.

This second edition links those celestial oceans to seaplanes, these hybrid ships, shifting between sky and sea. In the days of the great crossings, pilots studied the stars to navigate and orientate themselve: the Sun at day time and the stars at night, they worked as lighthouses in the immenseness of the unknown. Many seaplanes were given names inspired by constellations, like a tribute to these celestial guides.

Just like the pioneers who took off from the lake to explore the sky, you too can embark on a poetic voyage among the stars, in the heart of an exceptional historic site.

To celebrate Stars Night, bring your amazement further by visiting the museum, which will be opened from 8pm to 10pm and navigate amongst the stars thanks to a quizz game.

Free outdoor activities - Entrance fee to visit the Museum

Catering service available until 11pm, provided by Estanh

No booking is required

On the program

ACTIVITIES, WORKSHOPS AND STARGAZING - 8PM TO MIDNIGHT

Accompanied by passionate astronomers, discover the constellations, planets and mysteries of the universe.

Telescopes will be available for you to observe the stars.

A talk on navigation devices from Antiquity to the present day will be proposed to you.

Open to all, no booking required, located around the museum.

This event is presented by the PEP40, Astro Club du Marsan and Astro'basque

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Children make-up booth - 8pm to midnight

Children can transform themselves into little stars, astronauts or celestial creatures thanks to our artistic make-up booth.

For children, no booking required, in the Museum Square

Hosted by Floriane from Make Up Kids

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Children workshop - 8pm to midnight

For the more curious ones, you can take part in an interactive workshop where you'll learn how to create your own sky chart and a lot more. A unique souvenir to bring back home!

For children, no booking required, in the Museum Square

Subjected to availability

Hosted by Astro'Basque

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Games booth

Spend a great time enjoying our game-café booth hosted by Benoit Bianchi from the As2pik shop in Parentis-en-Born. With a selection of games chosen especially for you, combining originality with a good deal of humour!

Open to all, no booking required, on the Museum Square