Families visiting Dayton this spring have a brand-new reason to look up at the stars. The Boonshoft Museum of Discovery is launching its first-ever daytime laser shows designed specifically for kids and families, bringing the popular planetarium experience to daytime visitors for the first time.
Traditionally offered as evening programs geared toward adult audiences, the museum’s laser shows are now being reimagined with family-friendly themes and scheduled during museum hours — making them perfect for spring break outings and weekend visits.
Inside the museum’s planetarium, colorful laser lights dance across the dome in sync with music, creating an immersive visual experience that feels part concert and part cosmic light show.
Kid-Friendly Laser Show Themes
The new lineup features themes inspired by music and movies kids already love, making the shows exciting and accessible for younger audiences.
Current themes include:
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Movie Magic – featuring music from beloved Disney movies
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Taylor Swift – a laser show set to hits from the pop superstar
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K-Pop Demon Hunters – high-energy music paired with dazzling visuals
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Galactic Odyssey – space-themed songs paired with cosmic visuals
Each show runs approximately 30 minutes and is designed to captivate audiences of all ages.
Planetarium Laser Show Schedule
Families can catch the new daytime shows on select dates throughout March and early April.
Upcoming Show Dates:
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Taylor Swift – March 13, 12:00 p.m.
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Movie Magic – March 14, 11:00 a.m.
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K-Pop Demon Hunters – March 17, 12:00 p.m.
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Galactic Odyssey – March 19, 12:00 p.m.
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K-Pop Demon Hunters – March 21, 11:00 a.m.
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Taylor Swift – March 25, 12:00 p.m.
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Movie Magic – March 26, 12:00 p.m.
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Taylor Swift – March 28, 11:00 a.m.
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Galactic Odyssey – April 2, 12:00 p.m.
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K-Pop Demon Hunters – April 3, 12:00 p.m.
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Galactic Odyssey – April 4, 11:00 a.m.
How Much Do the Laser Shows Cost?
The planetarium laser shows are available as a $5 add-on to regular museum admission, making them an affordable way to enhance a family’s visit.
Visitors can enjoy the show as part of a larger day exploring everything the museum has to offer.
Make It a Full Day at the Boonshoft Museum
The Boonshoft Museum of Discovery is already one of the region’s most popular family attractions. After the laser show, families can explore:
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Interactive science exhibits
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The museum’s Discovery Zoo with live animals
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Hands-on STEM activities
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Rotating educational exhibits for kids
Adding a laser show to the visit creates an extra memorable experience — especially for kids who love music, lights, and space.
Families planning spring break activities near Dayton will find this new daytime planetarium program to be a fun and unique addition to their itinerary.
More information about the laser shows can be found here: boonshoft.org/events/lasershows
