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.
This original show created by the Vanderbilt Planetarium explores the history of the holiday of Halloween, as well as some spooky constellations and mysterious phenomena throughout the universe.
Ages 8+
This original show created by the Vanderbilt Planetarium explores the history of the holiday of Halloween, as well as some spooky constellations and mysterious phenomena throughout the universe.
Ages 8+
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+
Relive the bombastic 70s phenomena of KISS! Laser KISS features the best classic songs including live tracks from their legendary performances. Songs include God of Thunder, Love Gun, 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+
This original show created by the Vanderbilt Planetarium explores the history of the holiday of Halloween, as well as some spooky constellations and mysterious phenomena throughout the universe.
Ages 8+
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+
This laser-light rock show is a ghoulish way to celebrate the Halloween season… if you dare! Songs include Thriller, Monster Mash, Purple People Eater, Men in Black, and more.
Ages 8+
This original show created by the Vanderbilt Planetarium explores the history of the holiday of Halloween, as well as some spooky constellations and mysterious phenomena throughout the universe.
Ages 8+
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+
Immerse yourself in The Weeknd’s most iconic hits, set to mind-blowing laser lights. Setlist includes Blinding Lights, Can’t Feel My Face, Starboy, and more.
Ages 14+
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+
This original show created by the Vanderbilt Planetarium explores the history of the holiday of Halloween, as well as some spooky constellations and mysterious phenomena throughout the universe.
Ages 8+
No showing on Sunday, October 25th
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.
There will be a different show at 2pm on Sunday, October 25th
Ages 8+
Special showing Sunday, October 25th only
An unforgettable journey through the cosmos! Join us for “Alien Safari”—a thrilling, live interactive experience that fuses science, storytelling, and space exploration like never before.
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+
This original show created by the Vanderbilt Planetarium explores the history of the holiday of Halloween, as well as some spooky constellations and mysterious phenomena throughout the universe.
Ages 8+
This laser-light rock show is a ghoulish way to celebrate the Halloween season… if you dare! Songs include Thriller, Monster Mash, Purple People Eater, Men in Black, and more.
Ages 8+
Immerse yourself in The Weeknd’s most iconic hits, set to mind-blowing laser lights. Setlist includes Blinding Lights, Can’t Feel My Face, Starboy, and more.
Ages 14+