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 for evening Rockin’ the Dome shows 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
Upcoming Regular Shows:
July 11: Laser Beatles
5:50 pm
The Fab 4 are back under the dome! Laser Beatles adds a new layer of dancing lights, storytelling and fun to the songs that you love.
And if you love the Beatles make sure to check out their first feature film A Hard Day’s Night (1964) showing at Proctor’s Theater 7/9/26 in downtown Schenectady as part of the ROCK SCHENECTADY! film festival. Click here for more information.
July 18: Laser Taylor Swift
5:50 pm
The music of Taylor Swift shines in laser lights. Last month we featured her early albums, but albums Reputation, Midnights, Lover, Folklore and The Tortured Poets Department feature tonight.
July 25: Laser Rolling Stones
5:50 pm
The Rolling Stones are one of the bands that embody classic rock. and even the most classic rock lights up in laser.
And if you love the Rolling Stones make sure to check out their recorded concert Gimme Shelter (1970) showing at Proctor’s Theater 7/23/26 in downtown Schenectady as part of the ROCK SCHENECTADY! film festival. Click here for more information.
Current Laser Matinees
Every weekend enjoy a show with the family- with a matinee time and a price to match!
Matinee show length will vary but run for an average duration of a half hour.
Tickets: $10 per person (Show only – Does not include gallery admission)
July
Saturday & Sunday 4 p.m. – Laser K-Pop Demon Hunters: Come in to enjoy all the music from this viral movie amplified under an incredible laser light show!
Make sure to check out Proctors Theater this Summer for more from the world of Pop and Rock with Rock Schenectady!
This summer Schenectady is celebrating the world of Rock & Pop music! Come and enjoy some of the best of Rock and Pop under the dome at miSci’s laser shows, and then head over to the Rock Schenectady! Film Series at the iconic Proctors Theater.
Proctors kicks off its film series May 5 and 7, with screenings of the restored, reconstructed, and remixed John Lennon concert film Power to the People, while closing out the series Aug. 27 with the Ramones classic Rock ‘N Roll High School. In between rock fans can enjoy a brand new documentary about the incredible Linda Perry, plus classic concerts, documentaries, and other films featuring David Bowie, The Beatles, Talking Heads, Prince, Pink Floyd, Nirvana, Sonic Youth, The Rolling Stones, The Who, Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, The Band, Bob Dylan, Elvis Presley, Neil Young, and more!
For the full schedule, and to purchase tickets please visit here.
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 – 7:30 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
Please Note: Some Rockin’ the Dome shows contain bright lights and flashing images.
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.