Schedule and Admissions
Admission Prices | Planetarium Schedule | Show Descriptions & Trailers
Planetarium shows begin on the hour; there is no admittance to the theater once a show has begun. Doors open for ticket sales 30 minutes prior to first show of the day.
LASM accepts cash, checks, VISA, MasterCard, Discover and American Express.
LASM tries to ensure that our show schedule is as up-to-date as possible, but please remember all shows and showtimes are subject to change. Please note: between 9 am and noon, the planetarium show schedule varies to accomodate educational and group programming.
| Museum Galleries | Museum Galleries plus Planetarium Show |
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| Adults | $7.25 | $9 | ||
| Children (2-12) & Seniors (65+) | $6.25 | $8 | ||
| College Students with ID | Free | $8 | ||
| Groups (15+) | $5 | $7 | ||
| Member Adults | Free | $5 | ||
| Member Children & Seniors | Free | $4 | ||
With the exception of the family show, The Little Prince, children under 3 years of age are NOT permitted in the theater. |
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Planetarium Schedule
LASM is closed on Mondays and on the following holidays: New Year’s Day, Mardi Gras, Easter, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
Show Descriptions and Trailers
Dynamic Earth
Sky Show
Explore the complexities of Earth's climate system with visualizations based on satellite monitoring data and advanced supercomputer simulations. While exploring this show, follow a trail of energy that flows from the Sun into the interlocking systems that shape our climate: the atmosphere, oceans, and the biosphere. Audiences will ride along on swirling ocean and wind currents, dive into the heart of a monster hurricane, come face-to-face with sharks and gigantic whales and fly into roiling volcanoes. Narrated by Liam Neeson.
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We Are Aliens!
Sky Show
Are there aliens in our galaxy? If so, how would we find them? We Are Aliens! takes you on a fascinating and immersive mission in search of these answers. This engaging journey for evidence of life elsewhere also presents how possible discoveries might impact an understanding of our own world.
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Dinosaur Passage to Pangaea
Sky Show
This delightful claymation adventure explains one of the greatest geological events in the history of the earth: the separation of the supercontinent Pangaea. When two children embark on a geology field trip, they are thrown into a fantastic voyage in which they witness incredible geological wonders and explore the mysterious process that created our present-day continents.
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The Life of Trees
Sky Show
Told by two quirky insects, a ladybug called Dolores and a firefly called Mike, The Life of Trees takes you on an immersive, all digital journey that reveals the complex processes of what happens inside a tree. Both entertaining and educational, it is also a story about trees and their importance in the ecology of life here on earth. This delightful new animated film will show you nature from a completely different perspective!
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Digital Universe
Sky Show
Learn about the night sky as never before. Using the world’s most extensive and accurate three-dimensional mapping of the universe, this show brings new astronomical information to life. Explore our solar system’s planets, the Milky Way Galaxy’s stars, and much more as you travel out to the edge of our observable universe.
The Little Star That Could
Family Show
What are stars made of? What's in our galaxy? Meet the Milky Way Gang and analyze and interpret data to find out how planets are born, why stars shine, and the difference between stars, planets, and moons. This fun and educational film is great for all ages.
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The Little Prince
Family Show
Join the little prince on an extraordinary journey as he jumps between amazing planets on a quest to find his beloved Rose. You’ll meet his comical fox friend, wake the friendly stone giant, scale the music planet’s instruments, and dodge a ferocious dragon’s metal claws. Based on Antoine de Saint-Exupery’s classic story, this spectacular, fully immersive adventure is great for all ages.
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Pink Floyd: The Wall
Visual Music Show
Immerse yourself in amazing animated images and the classic sounds of Pink Floyd in this full dome, surround sound, music event.
Pink Floyd: Dark Side of the Moon
Visual Music Show
Back by popular demand! Slip away with Pink Floyd's legendary album Dark Side of the Moon. Experience the music as never before with the planetarium's state-of-the-art 4K digital projection system and 5.1 digital surround audio. From the opening notes of "Speak to Me" to the bombastic ending of "Eclipse", this unforgettable presentation is truly mind-blowing.
Rock the Dome
Visual Music Show
Amazing three dimensional visuals, full color lasers, real-time effects, and well-loved alternative music will captivate you in this new cosmic light show. Sit back and see the music of a playlist featuring Audioslave, Beck, Linkin Park, Nine Inch Nails, 311, Modest Mouse, Smashing Pumpkins, Tool, Nirvana, Muse, and the Red Hot Chili Peppers. Promotional support for this program is provided by Eagle 98.1.
