Events

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 9:30PM. 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

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.

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

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

The night sky, both beautiful and mysterious, has been the subject of campfire stories, ancient myths and awe for as long as there have been people. A desire to comprehend the Universe may well be humanity’s oldest shared intellectual experience. Yet only recently have we truly begun to grasp our place in the vast cosmos. To learn about this journey of celestial discovery, from the theories of the ancient Greek astronomers to today’s grandest telescopes, we invite you to experience From Earth to the Universe.

Recommended for general audiences.
Themes: Astronomy, Planets 
Style: Fulldome film followed by live star talk

The Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium inspires visitors of all ages with the wonders of science. Located on the University of Arizona campus, Flandrau offers hands-on science exhibits about science topics from earth to space, and more. 

Give the gift of science education with a Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium membership! We now have two membership levels available to purchase for friends or family, each one including perks for free science exhibit entry and reduced prices to all our regular planetarium and laser light shows for an entire year.

Give the gift of science education with a Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium membership! We now have two membership levels available to purchase for friends or family, each one including perks for free science exhibit entry and reduced prices to all our regular planetarium and laser light shows for an entire year.