Musical Laser Light Shows
Full-Dome Shows
Live Science & Astronomy Presentations
Enjoy a show in our 16m (52.5’) foot dome while relaxing in our reclining seats to get the best view of the stars. The recently renovated Longway Planetarium features a state-of-the-art Digistar 7 system with 4k projection system reaching a brightness level of 60,000 lumens and ChromaCove LED lighting. No theatre is complete without sound and Longway boasts a 7.1 surround-sound, movie theatre grade audio system allowing Longway to ensure our audio quality matches the stunning visuals. All planetarium shows start promptly; it is recommended that guests arrive 15 minutes prior to showtime. Due to the dark nature of the dome and for the safety of our guests, no late seating will be permitted.
Make sure you stop at the Longway Gift Shop before or after the show for unique souvenirs and gifts.
Now Showing at Longway Planetarium
Open daily Tuesday through Sunday for public shows
One World, One Sky
Saturday @ 11 a.m.
Join Big Bird, Elmo and their new friend from China, Hu Hu Zhu as they learn about the Sun, the Moon, and the Big Dipper, then blast off in an imaginary rocket to the Moon! Along the way, they invite the audience to sing along to songs about space and celebrate the sky that belongs to everyone. It’s the perfect introduction to space for our littlest astronomers!
Runtime: 45 minutes *includes live sky talk
Audience: Ages 3+
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Shark Kingdom
Showing Tues - Sun @ 4 p.m., Sat & Sun @ Noon
*No 4 p.m. shows on Tuesdays beginning September 1, 2026
Shark Kingdom is an epic family adventure in some of the world’s most scenic and remote shark waters. Follow three marine biologists as they dive into the kingdom of sharks, come face to face with these awe-inspiring creatures and uncover their secrets to fight for the future of our shared oceans.
Runtime: 45 minutes
Audience: Ages 8+
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Perfect Little Planet
Showing Sat & Sun @ 2 p.m.
Imagine the ultimate space vacation! Discover our solar system through a new set of eyes – a family from another star system seeking the perfect vacation spot. Fly over the surface of Pluto, our best known Dwarf Planet. Dive over the ice cliffs of Miranda. Sail through the rings of Saturn. Feel the lightning storms of Jupiter. Walk on the surface of Mars. Which destination would you choose? A solar system journey for space travelers of all ages.
Runtime: 45 minutes
Audience: Ages 5+
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Skies Over Michigan
Tuesday - Sunday @ 3 p.m.
Longway Planetarium’s astronomy experts take you on a tour of the night sky over Michigan in this live planetarium lecture. Learn about the rotation of the Earth, how to find the North Star, and which constellations and planets are visible in your backyard tonight. Stargazers can come back to this show again and again to find out about recent astronomical events and for seasonal updates on what’s visible in the night sky over Michigan.
Runtime: 45 minute live talk
Audience: Ages 10+
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Laser K-Pop Demon Hunters
Showing Fri & Sat @ 6 p.m.
Dive into the high-energy world of Laser K-Pop Demon Hunters – a laser show designed to thrill fans of all ages. Dazzling laser effects bring the pulse-pounding soundtrack from the hit movie K-Pop Demon Hunters to life in a spectacular planetarium show experience. The set list features popular hits “Golden,” “What It Sounds Like,” & more!
Runtime: 28 minutes
Audience: Ages 12+ (or at guardians’ discretion)
*Advance tickets recommended for Laser KPop Demon Hunters. A limited number of tickets are available for walk-in purchases for each show. Please call ahead at 810-237-3400 to ask Guest Services if tickets are still available if you did not purchase tickets in advance.
Caution: For people with epilepsy, vertigo, or motion sickness, a laser light show can be triggering. For the safety of our guests, once a laser light show has started, there will be no late seating. If you need to exit the show for any reason, there will be no re-admittance. Please plan accordingly.
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Laser Pride
Showing Friday & Saturday @ 7 p.m.
Celebrate the rainbow of love with Laser Pride, featuring some of the most well-known music associated with the LGBTQ+ community. The theme is Pride, but more importantly it’s all about laser fun for all! Featuring the music of these legendary icons: Elton John, Prince, Queen, David Bowie, and many more!
For the safety of our guests, once a laser light show has started, there will be no late seating. If you need to exit the show for any reason, there will be no re-admittance. Please plan accordingly.
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Rock Monsters
Showing Fri & Sat @ 8 p.m.
Celebrate a time when rock stars were larger than life, with the head-banging 80s metal music everyone loves, combined with eye popping laser effects! Includes rock hits from Ozzy Osbourne, KISS, Van Halen and more!
Runtime: 45 minutes
Audience: Ages 12+
Caution: For people with epilepsy, vertigo, or motion sickness, a laser light show can be triggering. For the safety of our guests, once a laser light show has started, there will be no late seating. If you need to exit the show for any reason, there will be no re-admittance. Please plan accordingly.
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UPCOMING HALLOWEEN SHOWS
At Longway Planetarium
Ooky Spooky Light Show
Starting September 29, 2026! Tues - Sun @ 4 p.m. | Saturday @ 6 p.m.
A fall favorite! Enjoy popular Halloween songs like “The Monster Mash,” “Ghostbusters,” and “Thriller” as they come to life with amazing graphics and lights. Great for family audiences, this show was created here in Flint by our talented team of artists and programmers. A must-see experience during the Halloween season!
Runtime: 45 minutes
Audience: Ages 6+
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Laser Halloween
Starting October 2, 2026! | Fri & Sat at 7 & 8 p.m.
Get ready for a spooktacular experience like no other! Laser Halloween is a mesmerizing laser light show that will cast a spell on you this Halloween season. Immerse yourself in a kaleidoscope of eerie colors and patterns as our state-of-the-art lasers dance across the darkness.
For the safety of our guests, once a laser light show has started, there will be no late seating. If you need to exit the show for any reason, there will be no re-admittance. Please plan accordingly.
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NOW SHOWING!
Join Big Bird, Elmo and their new friend from China, Hu Hu Zhu as they learn about the Sun, the Moon, and the Big Dipper, then blast off in an imaginary rocket to the Moon!
UPCOMING LIVE LECTURES
First Friday
Science & Literacy Night
Interested in stargazing?
Monthly Sky Guides
Longway Planetarium publishes a monthly sky guide showing a map of the stars the night sky, moon phases and visible planets for the current month.
(please show proof of residency ID at Guest Services desk)
*Longway Planetarium educational programs and planetarium shows are funded in part by the Genesee County Arts Education and Cultural Enrichment Millage. Your tax dollars are at work.
