The Reichert Planetarium is proud to offer award-winning shows with stunning, immersive visuals projected overhead on our 60-foot dome.
Our daytime planetarium shows are available on Tuesday, & Friday – Sunday. Please check the show schedule for each day below.
We offer evening planetarium shows on Friday and Saturday nights at 7:00 pm and 8:00 pm, and exciting laser shows on Friday and Saturday nights at 9:30 pm.
Evening Planetarium Shows:
Adults: $14
Students with ID and Seniors: $12
Children 12 and under: $10
Members, Children under 2: free (excludes Library Memberships)
The exhibits in the Vanderbilt Mansion, Marine Museum, and all of our grounds and gardens will be closed during evening hours.
Daytime Planetarium Shows:
Adults: $24
Students with ID and Seniors: $21
Children 12 and under: $19
Members and Children under 2: free (excludes Library Memberships)
All daytime planetarium show tickets include general admission, which allows visitors to access the exhibits in the Vanderbilt Mansion, Marine Museum, and all of our grounds and gardens.
Tours of Mr. Vanderbilt’s living quarters within the mansion are an additional charge. For more information about our tours, please click here.
Laser Shows:
All tickets: $20
Laser show tickets for members in the Senior, Student, Individual, Dual, and Family levels are 25% off. Tickets are free for members in the Associate, Supporter, and Director’s Circle levels. Excludes Library Memberships.
Big Bird, Elmo, and their new friend Hu Hu Zhu learn about stars, constellations, and the Moon by using their imagination to take a trip into space.
Recommended for ages 2-8.
Coyote, a character from Native American mythology, teaches viewers about the Earth, the Moon, and the Sun, as well as some common misconceptions about them.
Ages 7+
Narrator Mark Hamill takes viewers on a journey to the furthest reaches of the galaxy to experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of the stars.
Ages 6+
One of our astronomy educators will take you on a LIVE tour of tonight’s night sky from right here in Centerport. Topics vary depending on the time of year.
Ages 8+
Created by the staff of the Reichert Planetarium in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, American Astronomy explores the people, discoveries, and ideas that shaped our nation’s relationship with the sky.
Ages 10+
Experience Michael Jackson’s greatest hits with the magic of laser light! Songs include Billie Jean, Beat it, Thriller, Smooth Criminal, and more!
One of our astronomy educators will take you on a LIVE tour of tonight’s night sky from right here in Centerport. Topics vary depending on the time of year.
Ages 8+
This show chronicles the history and development of astronomy, ranging from ancient Mesopotamia through future missions to the planet Mars.
Ages 14+
This family-friendly LIVE presentation introduces the brilliant night sky as seen from your backyard on Long Island, including constellations, stars, and deep-sky objects.
Ages 6+
Prince Reshaping the music scene with his imaginative blend of genres. Celebrate his musical legacy with this laser tribute. Songs include 1999, I Wanna Be Your Lover, Raspberry Beret, Purple Rain, and more.
Big Bird, Elmo, and their new friend Hu Hu Zhu learn about stars, constellations, and the Moon by using their imagination to take a trip into space.
Recommended for ages 2-8.
Coyote, a character from Native American mythology, teaches viewers about the Earth, the Moon, and the Sun, as well as some common misconceptions about them.
Ages 7+
Narrator Mark Hammel takes viewers on a journey to the furthest reaches of the galaxy to experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of the stars.
Ages 6+
One of our astronomy educators will take you on a LIVE tour of tonight’s night sky from right here in Centerport. Topics vary depending on the time of year.
Ages 8+
Created by the staff of the Reichert Planetarium in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, American Astronomy explores the people, discoveries, and ideas that shaped our nation’s relationship with the sky.
Ages 10+
Experience Michael Jackson’s greatest hits with the magic of laser light! Songs include Billie Jean, Beat it, Thriller, Smooth Criminal, and more!
Ages 14+
Narrator George Takei takes viewers on a journey through the solar system to explore comets, asteroids, meteors, and what happens when they strike Earth.
Ages 10+
One of our astronomy educators will take you on a LIVE tour of tonight’s night sky from right here in Centerport. Topics vary depending on the time of year.
Ages 8+
This show creates a mind-bending experience by combining the soundtrack from one of rock’s most powerful albums with stunning laser lights. Songs include Time, Money, Us and Them, and more.
Big Bird, Elmo, and their new friend Hu Hu Zhu learn about stars, constellations, and the Moon by using their imagination to take a trip into space.
Recommended for ages 2-8.
Coyote, a character from Native American mythology, teaches viewers about the Earth, the Moon, and the Sun, as well as some common misconceptions about them.
Ages 7+
Narrator Mark Hammel takes viewers on a journey to the furthest reaches of the galaxy to experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of the stars.
Ages 6+
One of our astronomy educators will take you on a tour of the things we can see in tonight’s night sky from right here in Centerport. Topics vary depending on the time of year.
Ages 8+
Created by the staff of the Reichert Planetarium in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, American Astronomy explores the people, discoveries, and ideas that shaped our nation’s relationship with the sky.
Ages 10+
Take a trip to the Upside-Down in the safety of the dome. Experience the ’80s tunes and soundscapes from the show reinterpreted in vibrant laser light.
Ages 14+