First Friday Laser Nights

Following our Starry Night programs, we’ll feature a popular Laser Light Show on the First Friday of each month at 9:00 p.m. Check out the lineup and join us for an unforgettable evening of music, lasers, and haze!

Prices

$10.00 per Adult or Child, per program
$5.00 for RMSC Members
Not recommended for children ages 8 and under

Pre-purchasing recommended to reserve your spot.

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Details

- Tickets are non-transferrable and non-refundable
- The lobby and planetarium be open 30 minutes before the show begins.
- Please be sure to have your eTicket (printed or electronic). Tickets will need to be scanned upon entry.
- No entry after the laser show begins, please arrive early
- Laser shows contain bright, flashing lights that may cause discomfort to those with light sensitivity or other pre-existing conditions

Friday, October 2

9:00pm - Laser Michael Jackson

Friday, November 6

9:00pm - Laser Pink Floyd: Dark Side of the Moon
Friday, December 4
9:00pm - Laser  Queen

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Description:

October 2
9:00pm - Laser Michael Jackson - Michael Jackson’s legendary career comes alive in this electrifying laser tribute to the King of Pop. Watch dazzling lights dance to his greatest hits, transforming timeless music into an unforgettable visual spectacle. This show is a Thriller you don’t want to miss!

November 6
9:00pm - Laser Pink Floyd: Dark Side of the Moon - Featuring the complete soundtrack to one of rock’s most powerful albums, Laser Dark Side of the Moon reaches into Pink Floyd’s 1973 masterpiece to create a mind-bending light and sound landscape.

December 4
9:00pm - Laser Queen - Queen’s epic songs provided a soundtrack to the 70s and 80s. Laser Queen was inspired by these Rock and Roll Hall of Famers, and combines their biggest hit songs with intense laser programming for one amazing show..

Laser Days of Summer FAQs

Are laser light shows “science”?
Yes! A LASER (Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation) does not exist in nature and has to be artificially created. A laser is usually made up of a tube – filled with gas, crystal, or liquid – with mirrors at both ends. A source of energy will add energy to the material in the tube, and the material produces light. The light will then bounce back and forth between the mirrors, which will cause the material in the tube to produce more light. Some of the light will escape through one of the tube’s mirrors, causing a laser beam or laser light.
While you are rocking out to your favorite bands in our planetarium, remember that this is all possible because of science!
Why is it recommended to limit the age of participants (for example, “not recommended for children under 8)?
The laser light show environment is similar to a concert. The lights are low and the sound is up! That, along with the lasers and water-based fog we pump into the planetarium, can make the environment a little over-stimulating. That is why we recommend the shows be attended by older kiddos; however, you know your child better than we do and we will not turn them away!
Why can I not enter the show once it has already started?
Laser lights CAN be dangerous to the eyes! While we keep the laser beams above eye level, it can still be unsafe to enter once the show starts. The room is loud, dark, and foggy, and it becomes dangerous to move around.
I’ve already seen a specific show. Should I come back to watch it again?
It is not a bad idea to come back again! Throughout the year the lasers are updated, and occasionally songs will be added or deleted to the playlist. It is very possible that the show you saw last year will be different from the show you see this year!
This sounds awesome! What shows will you feature, and where can I purchase tickets?
This year we have a rocking (pun intended) lineup! We are bringing back fan favorites such as Pink Floyd, Queen, Stranger Things, and the Beatles. We will also feature some new shows, which include Elton John, Jimi Hendrix, Aerosmith, and (calling all Swifties!) the iconic Taylor Swift!