Events

Narrated by George Takei, our newest original planetarium show explores asteroids, comets, and the hard-hitting stories of our cosmic origins.
Embark on a journey back in time and across the Solar System, following the paths of asteroids and comets that have collided with Earth—and those that roam far from home. These ancient objects travel billions of years before reaching Earth, and their impact can be so powerful that just one collision can change the course of life on our planet.

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium inspires visitors of all ages to discover the wonders of science. Located on the University of Arizona campus, Flandrau's exhibits feature hands-on activities and vivid displays that reveal the marvels of our planet and solar system.

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium inspires visitors of all ages to discover the wonders of science. Located on the University of Arizona campus, Flandrau's exhibits feature hands-on activities and vivid displays that reveal the marvels of our planet and solar system.

In Big Astronomy: People, Places, Discoveries, journey to three world-class observatories in Chile’s rugged Andes Mountains and arid Atacama Desert— remote, extreme regions that happen to have the perfect conditions for astronomical research. Along the way, you’ll meet an inspiring cast of astronomers, engineers, technicians, and support staff who keep these mega-machines running.

This is our "classic" night sky show, but not like you remember it! Take a relaxing look at the night sky as one of our skilled "Console Captains" gives you a guided tour of the stars, planets, constellations and current events happening in the night sky. This live show is never the same and there is always a surprise in store.

Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Stars, planets, constellations, mythology
Style: Live presentation

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium inspires visitors of all ages to discover the wonders of science. Located on the University of Arizona campus, Flandrau's exhibits feature hands-on activities and vivid displays that reveal the marvels of our planet and solar system.

This new live-action IMAX formatted show explores the dramatic and savage lives of a praying mantis and a beautiful butterfly in the rainforests of Borneo.

Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Entomology, life cycles, insect diversity
Style: Fulldome documentary followed by live presentation

Narrated by George Takei, our newest original planetarium show explores asteroids, comets, and the hard-hitting stories of our cosmic origins.
Embark on a journey back in time and across the Solar System, following the paths of asteroids and comets that have collided with Earth—and those that roam far from home. These ancient objects travel billions of years before reaching Earth, and their impact can be so powerful that just one collision can change the course of life on our planet.

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium inspires visitors of all ages to discover the wonders of science. Located on the University of Arizona campus, Flandrau's exhibits feature hands-on activities and vivid displays that reveal the marvels of our planet and solar system.

Come see why parents and kids alike rave about birthday parties at Flandrau. Check us out for your child’s next birthday party for a fun and educational celebration!

Choose your birthday time slot, as well as your birthday room, on the next page!

One World, One Sky is a brilliant spectacle of light and color as the furry friends watch the stars twinkle over Sesame Street. Follow Elmo, Big Bird, and friends to explore the night sky. From Sesame Street to the moon, discover how different space is from Earth!

This show is sponsored by Vail School District.

Ideal for families with kids 6 to 7 years old and younger
Themes: Solar system exploration, Sesame Street
Style: Fulldome film

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 down the ice cliffs of Miranda. Sail through the rings of Saturn. Feel the lightning storms at Jupiter. And walk on the surface of Mars. Which destination would you choose? This is the solar system journey for space travelers of all ages.

Recommended for younger audiences.
Themes: Planets, planet features
Style: Fulldome animated film followed by star talk

Where do they come from? Where do they go? How do we find them? Is there one on Earth's Horizon? What was Einstein's connection to them? Black Holes takes you on a fully immersive journey thought one of the most mystifying, awe-inspiring phenomena in the universe: a black hole.

Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Black holes, astrophysics, stars, supernovae
Style: Fulldome film followed by live star talk

Zoom away from planet Earth and take a guided tour through the Solar System! In this show we stop by each of the planets and learn why they are unique. Hold on, this is one fun ride!

Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Planets, space exploration
Style: Live presentation

Nirvana ushered in the era of grunge, and changed the way rock would sound for years to come. Relive the band’s short but very influential career in a powerful laser tribute.

Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Music by Nirvana
Style: Laser light music show

Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2019, Radiohead is one of the most creative and unique musical acts in the world. Tap into the clever and influential stylings of the band for a mind-bending show.

As a bonus to this the special event, all ticket holders will be able to visit our Science Exhibits throughout the evening (open from 6:00PM to 9:30PM). Explore our vast and fascinating universe through two floors of exhibits covering marine life, planetary science, insects, and more (and don't forget to try our puzzles downstairs)! Special music and lighting effects will be present in the exhibit halls during these special laser light music nights. The observatory telescope will be open too (weather and staff permitting) with volunteer astronomers to point out points of interest in the night sky.

The enigmatic and style-transending act known as Tool records some of the most complicated and powerful heavy metal rock ever created. Laser Schism picks up were Tool leaves off and scorches your retinas with visuals you can't remember, but will never forget.

As a bonus to this the special event, all ticket holders will be able to visit our Science Exhibits throughout the evening (open from 6:00PM to 9:30PM). Explore our vast and fascinating universe through two floors of exhibits covering marine life, planetary science, insects, and more (and don't forget to try our puzzles downstairs)! Special music and lighting effects will be present in the exhibit halls during these special laser light music nights. The observatory telescope will be open too (weather and staff permitting) with volunteer astronomers to point out points of interest in the night sky.

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium inspires visitors of all ages to discover the wonders of science. Located on the University of Arizona campus, Flandrau's exhibits feature hands-on activities and vivid displays that reveal the marvels of our planet and solar system.

Come see why parents and kids alike rave about birthday parties at Flandrau. Check us out for your child’s next birthday party for a fun and educational celebration!

Choose your birthday time slot, as well as your birthday room, on the next page!

One World, One Sky is a brilliant spectacle of light and color as the furry friends watch the stars twinkle over Sesame Street. Follow Elmo, Big Bird, and friends to explore the night sky. From Sesame Street to the moon, discover how different space is from Earth!

This show is sponsored by Vail School District.

Ideal for families with kids 6 to 7 years old and younger
Themes: Solar system exploration, Sesame Street
Style: Fulldome film

A fun, gorgeously animated fulldome show about cosmic chemistry and our explosive origins, this dazzling film reveals how hydrogen and carbon, the very building blocks of life, formed in the universe and then brings it all back to us – we are made of stars!

Recommended for younger audiences.
Themes: Stars, element formation
Style: Fulldome animated film followed by star talk

Learn the secrets of the “rainforests of the sea” as you embark on an oceanic safari of the world’s most vibrant—and endangered—marine ecosystems.

Narrated by Tony Award® winner Lea Salonga, the all-digital Expedition Reef immerses you in the undersea adventure. Along the way, discover how corals grow, feed, reproduce, and support over 25% of all marine life on Earth—while facing unprecedented threats from climate change, habitat destruction, and overfishing.

Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Marine Biology, Climate Change, Environmental Science  
Style: Fulldome documentary followed by live presentation 

This is our "classic" night sky show, but not like you remember it! Take a relaxing look at the night sky as one of our skilled "Console Captains" gives you a guided tour of the stars, planets, constellations and current events happening in the night sky. This live show is never the same and there is always a surprise in store.

Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Stars, planets, constellations, mythology
Style: Live presentation

Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium inspires visitors of all ages to discover the wonders of science. Located on the University of Arizona campus, Flandrau's exhibits feature hands-on activities and vivid displays that reveal the marvels of our planet and solar system.

Where do they come from? Where do they go? How do we find them? Is there one on Earth's Horizon? What was Einstein's connection to them? Black Holes takes you on a fully immersive journey thought one of the most mystifying, awe-inspiring phenomena in the universe: a black hole.

Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Black holes, astrophysics, stars, supernovae
Style: Fulldome film followed by live star talk

This is our "classic" night sky show, but not like you remember it! Take a relaxing look at the night sky as one of our skilled "Console Captains" gives you a guided tour of the stars, planets, constellations and current events happening in the night sky. This live show is never the same and there is always a surprise in store.

Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Stars, planets, constellations, mythology
Style: Live presentation

Come see why parents and kids alike rave about birthday parties at Flandrau. Check us out for your child’s next birthday party for a fun and educational celebration!

Choose your birthday time slot, as well as your birthday room, on the next page!

All inclusive ticket includes access to any or all of the following:
• Admission for science center exhibits and activities
• Exoplanet atmosphere lecture in the planetarium with Everett Schlawin, PhD, Steward Observatory
• Star Wars Trivia
• Short laser light show of the "Imperial March" and "Cantina Band"

Flandrau Members: Please sign in for discounted tickets!

Come see why parents and kids alike rave about birthday parties at Flandrau. Check us out for your child’s next birthday party for a fun and educational celebration!

Choose your birthday time slot, as well as your birthday room, on the next page!

Come see why parents and kids alike rave about birthday parties at Flandrau. Check us out for your child’s next birthday party for a fun and educational celebration!

Choose your birthday time slot, as well as your birthday room, on the next page!

Come see why parents and kids alike rave about birthday parties at Flandrau. Check us out for your child’s next birthday party for a fun and educational celebration!

Choose your birthday time slot, as well as your birthday room, on the next page!

Come see why parents and kids alike rave about birthday parties at Flandrau. Check us out for your child’s next birthday party for a fun and educational celebration!

Choose your birthday time slot, as well as your birthday room, on the next page!

Experience this curated homage to the Classic Rock era! Sit back in the planetarium and enjoy laser light animations and wild, beautiful designs choreographed to hits from Aerosmith, Boston, AC/DC, Van Halen, Kansas, Kiss, Queen, and more. It's a trip back to the best in Classic Rock, all in stunning Dolby 5.1 Surround Sound.

Science exhibit admission is included with your ticket.

Runtime: 45 minutes
Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Classic Rock
Style: Laser light music show

Led Zeppelin is proclaimed by many critics to be the progenitors of heavy metal and hard rock, and their individualistic style reset the standards for many musical genres in the 1960s and ‘70s. Indeed, they have been hailed as one of the most successful, innovative and influential bands, alongside Pink Floyd, U2 and the Beatles. Now you can relive the magical sounds of Led Zeppelin while enjoying a visual treat of custom laser imagery.

As a bonus to this the special event, all ticket holders will be able to visit our Science Exhibits throughout the evening (open from 6:00PM to 9:30PM). Explore our vast and fascinating universe through two floors of exhibits covering marine life, planetary science, insects, and more (and don't forget to try our puzzles downstairs)! Special music and lighting effects will be present in the exhibit halls during these special laser light music nights. The observatory telescope will be open too (weather and staff permitting) with volunteer astronomers to point out points of interest in the night sky.

Based on Pink Floyd’s 1973 album of humanitarian, political and philosophical empathy, Dark Side of the Moon is one of the most startling and bizarre laser light shows of all time!

Considered by many critics to be the album that brought the commercial breakthrough to Pink Floyd, Dark Side of the Moon offers a mixture of psychedelic, rock and jazz sounds. Its sonic backdrops and atmospheric soundscapes combined with a unique assortment of sound effects yield an emotional resonance. When accompanied by a diverse and unusual display of laser art, the overall feel is a dramatic and haunting atmosphere.

As a bonus to this the special event, all ticket holders will be able to visit our Science Exhibits throughout the evening, open until 10:00PM. Come early to explore our vast and fascinating universe through two floors of exhibits covering marine life, planetary science, insects, and more! Special music and lighting effects will be present in the exhibit halls during these special laser light music nights.

Style: Laser Light Music Show

Flandrau members: Don't forget to login (top right corner) for special pricing.

Come see why everyone raves about birthday parties at Flandrau. Check us out for your next birthday party for a fun and educational celebration!

Choose your birthday time slot on the next page!

Taylor Swift is one of the biggest pop stars on the planet. With over 200 million records sold, a shelf full of Grammys, and an army of fans, Taylor Swift is an inspiration for generations. Laser Taylor Swift takes her biggest hits and brings them to life in dazzling laser light. If you can’t score tickets to her concert, Laser Taylor Swift is the next best thing.

As a bonus to this the special event, all ticket holders will be able to visit our Science Exhibits throughout the evening, open from 6:00 to 10:00PM. Explore our vast and fascinating universe through two floors of exhibits covering marine life, planetary science, insects, and more! Special music and lighting effects will be present in the exhibit halls during these special laser light music nights.

Runtime: 55 minutes

Discounts and passes do not apply for special events.

Members: Don't forget to login (top right corner) for special pricing.

Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of The Weeknds laser show, with a stunning display of choreographed lasers. You’ll be taken on a journey through the chart-topping artist’s most iconic hits. From the Grammy-award winning ‘Blinding Lights’ to the dance floor anthems ‘Can’t Feel My Face’ and ‘Starboy’, Laser The Weeknd will transport you to a world of mind-blowing visuals.
As a bonus to this the special event, all ticket holders will be able to visit our Science Exhibits throughout the evening (open from 6:00PM to 9:30PM). Explore our vast and fascinating universe through two floors of exhibits covering marine life, planetary science, insects, and more (and don't forget to try our puzzles downstairs)! Special music and lighting effects will be present in the exhibit halls during these special laser light music nights. The observatory telescope will be open too (weather and staff permitting) with volunteer astronomers to point out points of interest in the night sky.

Taylor Swift is one of the biggest pop stars on the planet. With over 200 million records sold, a shelf full of Grammys, and an army of fans, Taylor Swift is an inspiration for generations. Laser Taylor Swift takes her biggest hits and brings them to life in dazzling laser light. If you can’t score tickets to her concert, Laser Taylor Swift is the next best thing.

As a bonus to this the special event, all ticket holders will be able to visit our Science Exhibits throughout the evening, open from 6:00 to 10:00PM. Explore our vast and fascinating universe through two floors of exhibits covering marine life, planetary science, insects, and more! Special music and lighting effects will be present in the exhibit halls during these special laser light music nights.

Runtime: 55 minutes

Discounts and passes do not apply for special events.

Members: Don't forget to login (top right corner) for special pricing.

Come see why everyone raves about birthday parties at Flandrau. Check us out for your next birthday party for a fun and educational celebration!

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Come see why everyone raves about birthday parties at Flandrau. Check us out for your next birthday party for a fun and educational celebration!

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Come see why everyone raves about birthday parties at Flandrau. Check us out for your next birthday party for a fun and educational celebration!

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Week long camps for students entering 1st or 2nd grade in Fall 2024.

Week long camps for students entering 3rd to 5th grade in Fall 2024.

Come see why everyone raves about birthday parties at Flandrau. Check us out for your next birthday party for a fun and educational celebration!

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Come see why everyone raves about birthday parties at Flandrau. Check us out for your next birthday party for a fun and educational celebration!

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Come see why everyone raves about birthday parties at Flandrau. Check us out for your next birthday party for a fun and educational celebration!

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Come see why everyone raves about birthday parties at Flandrau. Check us out for your next birthday party for a fun and educational celebration!

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Come see why everyone raves about birthday parties at Flandrau. Check us out for your next birthday party for a fun and educational celebration!

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Come see why everyone raves about birthday parties at Flandrau. Check us out for your next birthday party for a fun and educational celebration!

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Come see why everyone raves about birthday parties at Flandrau. Check us out for your next birthday party for a fun and educational celebration!

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Come see why everyone raves about birthday parties at Flandrau. Check us out for your next birthday party for a fun and educational celebration!

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Come see why everyone raves about birthday parties at Flandrau. Check us out for your next birthday party for a fun and educational celebration!

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Come see why everyone raves about birthday parties at Flandrau. Check us out for your next birthday party for a fun and educational celebration!

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Come see why everyone raves about birthday parties at Flandrau. Check us out for your next birthday party for a fun and educational celebration!

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Come see why everyone raves about birthday parties at Flandrau. Check us out for your next birthday party for a fun and educational celebration!

Choose your birthday time slot and your birthday room on the next page!

Come see why everyone raves about birthday parties at Flandrau. Check us out for your next birthday party for a fun and educational celebration!

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Come see why everyone raves about birthday parties at Flandrau. Check us out for your next birthday party for a fun and educational celebration!

Choose your birthday time slot and your birthday room on the next page!

Come see why everyone raves about birthday parties at Flandrau. Check us out for your next birthday party for a fun and educational celebration!

Choose your birthday time slot and your birthday room on the next page!

Come see why everyone raves about birthday parties at Flandrau. Check us out for your next birthday party for a fun and educational celebration!

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Come see why everyone raves about birthday parties at Flandrau. Check us out for your next birthday party for a fun and educational celebration!

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Come see why everyone raves about birthday parties at Flandrau. Check us out for your next birthday party for a fun and educational celebration!

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