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Veterans and Active Military Receive Free Admission to Longway Planetarium on Veteran's Day (and every day!)
If you have the day off to celebrate Veteran's Day and are looking for a fun activity for the whole family, immerse yourself in a full-dome show at Longway Planetarium today. We're open with regular hours. Or, check out one of the live presentations this weekend, including Cultural Astronomy, Space Academy, or Skies over Michigan!
Active Military and Veterans: As a way to honor guests who have served in the U.S. military, veterans receive FREE general admission, and active military members AND their families receive FREE general admission every day! Please present your valid military I.D. at guest services to get your free tickets. Learn more at SloanLongway.org/Discounts.
Check out the entire planetarium show schedule for this weekend below, or go to SloanLongway.org/Now-Showing (Note: once a show has started in the dome and the doors are closed, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins). |
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Cultural Astronomy (live-format program)
Friday, November 11, 2022, 6-7 p.m. - "The Timekeepers of Mesoamerica"
November’s Cultural Astronomy live program will explore how the Mayan and Aztec civilizations of Mesomerica used the night sky to develop intricate calendars and how their ancient temples and cities have been rediscovered in the modern era. Presented by Longway Planetarium Manager, Patrick Ross, M.S.
Buy tickets in advance here (tickets may also be purchased in person at guest services). |
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Skies Over Michigan Tues-Sun, 3 p.m.
Longway Planetarium’s astronomy experts take you on a
tour of the current night sky over Michigan in this live planetarium talk. Great for adults and kids ages 12 and older.
Buy tickets here (tickets may also be purchased in person at guest services). |
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SerengetiTues-Sun, 4 p.m. | Thurs/Fri/Sat 7 p.m.
The Serengeti is home to most of Africa’s most iconic animals, and hosts one of the world’s greatest natural events — the annual wildebeest migration. Nature has orchestrated a perfect symphony in which every species has a very distinct role to play in the balance of an entire ecosystem. We’ll see it through the eyes of the youngest members of our animal cast as they imitate their parents, and learn about the mighty roles they’ll play.
Buy tickets here (tickets may also be purchased in person at guest services). |
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Dark Side: The Light ShowThurs/Fri/Sat, 8 p.m.
Experience Pink Floyd’s iconic "Dark Side of the Moon"
album as never before in this one-of-a-kind show. Great for adults and kids ages 12 and older.
Buy tickets here (tickets may also be purchased in person at guest services). |
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| Space School (sensory-friendly show) Sat., Nov. 12, 11 a.m. (doors open 10:30 a.m.) The incredible story of how astronauts train underwater to live and work in space. Recommended for ages 8 and older.
Buy tickets here (tickets may also be purchased in person at guest services) |
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Accidental AstronautsSat & Sun, Noon
Follow the adventures of Sy and Annie and their dog Armstrong as they embark on an unexpected journey into space! The Accidental Astronauts is a space adventure for all ages.
Save time and buy Tickets here (tickets may also be purchased in person at guest services). |
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Space Academy: Stars (live, interactive format programming)Sat & Sun, 1 p.m.
This new live program is presented by a planetarium astronomy expert. It explores the life, birth, and death of stars including stellar formation, the electromagnetic spectrum, supernovae, and star lore. Great for sky and astronomy fans at a 3rd grade level and older.
Buy tickets here (tickets may also be purchased in person at guest services). |
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The Magic Globe: A Story of the SeasonsSat & Sun, 2 p.m.
On vacation at her grandpa’s, a little girl Mia accidentally discovers a mysterious piece of astronomical machinery. The Magic Globe is an engaging story designed to
interest and challenge children from 5 to 12 years old.
Save time and buy tickets here (tickets may also be purchase in person at guest services) |
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Longway Planetarium
1310 E. Kearsley St., Flint, MI 48503
810-237-3400 | Email | Facebook1221 E. Kearsley St., Flint, MI 48503
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