Rockin the Dome Planetarium Music Shows

Get ready for an unforgettable night of music and visuals at miSci’s Rockin’ the Dome! Held at the Capital Region’s only Planetarium, these full dome music shows combine iconic artists with fascinating imagery that moves with the music.

Tickets include one show and admission to miSci’s interactive galleries- making it a great evening out at the Museum! Mocktails will be available for purchase on selected nights. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are limited- Reserve your spot by getting your tickets early on miSci.org!

General Admission: $20
miSci Members: $18

miSci After Dark Special Event: Dead in the Dome (21+ Event)

January 3, Shows at 5:50 and 6:50 p.m.

Come down to Shakedown Street!
Lasers light up the Dead in the Dome with Grateful Dead shows and local vendors make our own miSci Shakedown Street at this evening experience. Come see the show, shop around and explore miSci after hours!
This event is a 21+ only After Dark event, featuring a cash bar and a visit from Big N Cheesy Food Truck!

Tickets are $20 per person ($18 for Museum members) and available online.


Current Matinees

Every weekend enjoy a show with the family- with a matinee time and a price to match!
Tickets: $10 per person (Show only – Does not include gallery admission)

December

Saturdays 4 p.m. – Laser Holiday Show
Sundays 4 p.m. – Lasers of Oz

January

Saturday & Sunday 4 p.m. – Laser Movie Magic: Your favorite Disney songs light up the dome!


Upcoming Regular Shows:

December 27

– Royal Send Off for 2025 –
5:50 p.m. – Laser Queen
6:50 p.m. – Laser Prince

January 3

– After Dark: Dead in the Dome (21+ Event) –
5:50 p.m. – Laser Grateful Dead
6:50 p.m. – Laser Grateful Dead

January 10

5:50 p.m. – Led Zeppelin
6:50 p.m. – Pink Floyd’s Wish You Were Here

January 17

5:50 p.m. – Laser Grateful Dead
6:50 p.m. – Laser Rolling Stones

January 24

5:50 p.m. – Laser Beatles
6:50 p.m. – Led Zeppelin

January 31

5:50 p.m. – Laser Prince
6:50 p.m. – Laser Queen


Frequently Asked Questions

Are tickets to Rockin’ the Dome available at the door?

If seats are available, guests can purchase tickets at the door. We strongly recommend arriving 20 minutes prior to the show time. Please check the ticketing site earlier in the day to see what showtimes have been sold out.

What else is there to enjoy at a Rockin’ the Dome Show?

Rockin’ the Dome tickets include admission to the Museum’s interactive galleries for the evening. Enjoy hands-on science exhibits and see treasures from the history of science and technology. The museum is open 5:30 – 8:30 pm during Rockin’ the Dome nights.

Do tickets have assigned seats in the Planetarium? Can we sit with friends even though we bought tickets separately?

The Planetarium does not have assigned seating during shows. If you want to seat a large group together, we recommend coming early to get in line as seating is on a first-come, first-served basis.

What else can I see in town when I visit for a Rockin’ the Dome show?

Downtown Schenectady has plenty of places to eat, drink, and enjoy even more. Learn more by visiting our colleagues at Discover Schenectady


miSci’s Rockin’ the Dome shows are generously sponsored by Market32 | Price Chopper and are made possible by planetarium upgrades funded by the Schenectady Metroplex Development Authority, the Bender Scientific Fund, and the Niskayuna Community Foundation.