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
In My Backyard
Saturdays @ 11 a.m.
In My Backyard | Join children’s entertainer Fred Penner from TV’s Nickelodeon as he explores things large and small, from the colors of the rainbow, to the reasons for the seasons. Through the use of entertaining songs and immersive environments, children are encouraged to participate while learning about the planets, constellations, meteors, the moon, and more. Geared towards the youngest stargazers and scientists, In My Backyard is sure to instill a sense of wonder and exploration while encouraging children to explore their own backyards.
Runtime: 45 minutes
Audience: Ages 4-7
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One World, One Sky
Sat & Sun @ Noon
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
Sat & Sun @ 2 p.m.
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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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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Ooky Spooky Light Show
Tues - Sun @ 4 p.m. | Select Fridays & Saturdays @ 6 p.m.
*There will be no 6 p.m. public show on October 10 due to the Halloween Extravaganza
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
Showing 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 lasers dance across the darkness to spooky favorites like “Weird Science,” “Beetlejuice,” “Superstition” and 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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NOW SHOWING | HALLOWEEN FAVORITES!
At Longway Planetarium
Ooky Spooky Light Show
Tues - Sun @ 4 p.m. | Select Fridays & Saturdays @ 6 p.m.
*There will be no 6 p.m. public show on October 10 due to the Halloween Extravaganza
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+
Laser Halloween
Showing 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 lasers dance across the darkness to spooky favorites like “Weird Science,” “Beetlejuice,” “Superstition” and 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.
COMING NOVEMBER 10, 2026
America the Beautiful is a sweeping giant screen experience celebrating the vast and varied natural worlds that define the United States and the conservation movement that has ensured their survival. Audiences will embark on an awe-inspiring journey from sea to shining sea, across the country’s most iconic and diverse environments.
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.
