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Accidental Astronauts

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503 Follow the adventures of Sy, Annie, and their dog Armstrong as they embark on an unexpected journey into space! Explore the Earth, Sun and Moon system with a wise-cracking starship computer. Follow an asteroid as it crashes into the Moon and bounce along the lunar surface. Get up close and personal with a solar storm, and gain a new appreciation of our home planet. Recommended for ages 3-8. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Friday, July 26, 2024, 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

STARS | The Powerhouses of the Universe

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. New stars are created every day, born of vast clouds of gas and dust. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the Universe. Journey to the farthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of STARS. Narrated by Mark Hamill. Great for adults and kids ages 5 and older. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Friday, July 26, 2024, 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Cosmic Colors | New Full Dome Feature

New! Cosmic Colors | Full Dome Feature Showing June 8 - August 25, 2024 | Tues - Sun at 2 p.m. Longway Planetarium  Discover the many reasons for color—like why the sky is blue, and Mars is red. Take a tour within a plant leaf and journey inside the human eye. Investigate x-rays by voyaging to a monstrous black hole and then back to your doctor's office. You will even see the actual color of a dinosaur—based on recent evidence. Get ready for an amazing adventure under a rainbow of cosmic light. Recommended for ages 7+. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Kids. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Friday, July 26, 2024, 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Skies Over Michigan

Skies Over Michigan  Showing Daily Tues - Sunday | 3 p.m. Longway Planetarium’s astronomy experts take you on a tour of the night sky over Michigan in this live planetarium lecture. Learn about the rotation of the Earth, how to find the North Star, and which constellations and planets are visible in your backyard tonight. Stargazers can come back to this show again and again to find out about recent astronomical events and for seasonal updates on what's visible in the night sky over Michigan.  Don't forget to grab a sky guide in the lobby! Recommended for ages 10 and older. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Science. Lecture. Family. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Friday, July 26, 2024, 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Legend of the Enchanted Reef

New! Legend of the Enchanted Reef Showing Tues - Sun at 4 p.m. | Thurs - Sat at 7 p.m. Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint MI 48503 Dive in with three friends on the ocean adventure of a lifetime. Join energetic Shorty, intelligent Indigo, and daring sawfish Jake on a colorful coral reef adventure. After a fishing trawler devastates their reef, the trio has no choice but to set out on a quest to find a new home. As they search the sea for a legendary reef, the friends encounter a variety of intriguing environments, from kelp forests to sunken wrecks—and even outer space! Their unforgettable journey brings them face-to-face with an octopus, dolphins, anglerfish, and other exotic creatures. Throughout their adventure, they must avoid hungry sharks, hazardous pollution, and other dangers, as they seek a reef that may be a myth. Legend of the Enchanted Reef is filled with humor and imagination that the whole family will enjoy. The film combines entertainment and education with an important message a… Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Friday, July 26, 2024, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Legend of the Enchanted Reef

New! Legend of the Enchanted Reef  Showing  June 11 - August 25, 2024 | Thurs, Fri & Sat at 7 p.m. Dive in with three friends on the ocean adventure of a lifetime. Join energetic Shorty, intelligent Indigo, and daring sawfish Jake on a colorful coral reef adventure. After a fishing trawler devastates their reef, the trio has no choice but to set out on a quest to find a new home. As they search the sea for a legendary reef, the friends encounter a variety of intriguing environments, from kelp forests to sunken wrecks—and even outer space! Their unforgettable journey brings them face-to-face with an octopus, dolphins, anglerfish, and other exotic creatures. Throughout their adventure, they must avoid hungry sharks, hazardous pollution, and other dangers, as they seek a reef that may be a myth. Legend of the Enchanted Reef is filled with humor and imagination that the whole family will enjoy. The film combines entertainment and education with an important message about the impact of ocean pollution. Recommende… Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Friday, July 26, 2024, 7:00 PM – 7:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Queen: From Mercury With Love

Queen: From Mercury with Love Showing July 11 - August 24, 2024 | Fri/Sat/Sun at 8 p.m.  Experience The Queen Light Show: “From Mercury With Love” in a unique Planetarium setting like no other! Back on the Longway Planetarium schedule by popular demand, this original light show features ten of Queen’s greatest hits, including Bohemian Rhapsody, Another One Bites the Dust, and You’re My Best Friend, all set to amazing visuals and a 7.1 surround sound system! This crowd-pleasing show allows audiences to experience the magic of Queen’s iconic music in an immersive full-dome environment with Digistar 7 technology and two Christie Boxer projectors boasting 4k resolution across the entire 16-meter dome with system brightness of 60,000 lumens. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the scheduled show time. Event Type: Music. Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Friday, July 26, 2024, 8:00 PM – 8:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Accidental Astronauts

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503 Follow the adventures of Sy, Annie, and their dog Armstrong as they embark on an unexpected journey into space! Explore the Earth, Sun and Moon system with a wise-cracking starship computer. Follow an asteroid as it crashes into the Moon and bounce along the lunar surface. Get up close and personal with a solar storm, and gain a new appreciation of our home planet. Recommended for ages 3-8. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Saturday, July 27, 2024, 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

STARS | The Powerhouses of the Universe

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. New stars are created every day, born of vast clouds of gas and dust. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the Universe. Journey to the farthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of STARS. Narrated by Mark Hamill. Great for adults and kids ages 5 and older. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Saturday, July 27, 2024, 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Cosmic Colors | New Full Dome Feature

New! Cosmic Colors | Full Dome Feature Showing June 8 - August 25, 2024 | Tues - Sun at 2 p.m. Longway Planetarium  Discover the many reasons for color—like why the sky is blue, and Mars is red. Take a tour within a plant leaf and journey inside the human eye. Investigate x-rays by voyaging to a monstrous black hole and then back to your doctor's office. You will even see the actual color of a dinosaur—based on recent evidence. Get ready for an amazing adventure under a rainbow of cosmic light. Recommended for ages 7+. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Kids. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Saturday, July 27, 2024, 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Skies Over Michigan

Skies Over Michigan  Showing Daily Tues - Sunday | 3 p.m. Longway Planetarium’s astronomy experts take you on a tour of the night sky over Michigan in this live planetarium lecture. Learn about the rotation of the Earth, how to find the North Star, and which constellations and planets are visible in your backyard tonight. Stargazers can come back to this show again and again to find out about recent astronomical events and for seasonal updates on what's visible in the night sky over Michigan.  Don't forget to grab a sky guide in the lobby! Recommended for ages 10 and older. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Science. Lecture. Family. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Saturday, July 27, 2024, 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Legend of the Enchanted Reef

New! Legend of the Enchanted Reef Showing Tues - Sun at 4 p.m. | Thurs - Sat at 7 p.m. Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint MI 48503 Dive in with three friends on the ocean adventure of a lifetime. Join energetic Shorty, intelligent Indigo, and daring sawfish Jake on a colorful coral reef adventure. After a fishing trawler devastates their reef, the trio has no choice but to set out on a quest to find a new home. As they search the sea for a legendary reef, the friends encounter a variety of intriguing environments, from kelp forests to sunken wrecks—and even outer space! Their unforgettable journey brings them face-to-face with an octopus, dolphins, anglerfish, and other exotic creatures. Throughout their adventure, they must avoid hungry sharks, hazardous pollution, and other dangers, as they seek a reef that may be a myth. Legend of the Enchanted Reef is filled with humor and imagination that the whole family will enjoy. The film combines entertainment and education with an important message a… Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Saturday, July 27, 2024, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Legend of the Enchanted Reef

New! Legend of the Enchanted Reef  Showing  June 11 - August 25, 2024 | Thurs, Fri & Sat at 7 p.m. Dive in with three friends on the ocean adventure of a lifetime. Join energetic Shorty, intelligent Indigo, and daring sawfish Jake on a colorful coral reef adventure. After a fishing trawler devastates their reef, the trio has no choice but to set out on a quest to find a new home. As they search the sea for a legendary reef, the friends encounter a variety of intriguing environments, from kelp forests to sunken wrecks—and even outer space! Their unforgettable journey brings them face-to-face with an octopus, dolphins, anglerfish, and other exotic creatures. Throughout their adventure, they must avoid hungry sharks, hazardous pollution, and other dangers, as they seek a reef that may be a myth. Legend of the Enchanted Reef is filled with humor and imagination that the whole family will enjoy. The film combines entertainment and education with an important message about the impact of ocean pollution. Recommende… Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Saturday, July 27, 2024, 7:00 PM – 7:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Queen: From Mercury With Love

Queen: From Mercury with Love Showing July 11 - August 24, 2024 | Fri/Sat/Sun at 8 p.m.  Experience The Queen Light Show: “From Mercury With Love” in a unique Planetarium setting like no other! Back on the Longway Planetarium schedule by popular demand, this original light show features ten of Queen’s greatest hits, including Bohemian Rhapsody, Another One Bites the Dust, and You’re My Best Friend, all set to amazing visuals and a 7.1 surround sound system! This crowd-pleasing show allows audiences to experience the magic of Queen’s iconic music in an immersive full-dome environment with Digistar 7 technology and two Christie Boxer projectors boasting 4k resolution across the entire 16-meter dome with system brightness of 60,000 lumens. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the scheduled show time. Event Type: Music. Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Saturday, July 27, 2024, 8:00 PM – 8:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Accidental Astronauts

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503 Follow the adventures of Sy, Annie, and their dog Armstrong as they embark on an unexpected journey into space! Explore the Earth, Sun and Moon system with a wise-cracking starship computer. Follow an asteroid as it crashes into the Moon and bounce along the lunar surface. Get up close and personal with a solar storm, and gain a new appreciation of our home planet. Recommended for ages 3-8. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Sunday, July 28, 2024, 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

STARS | The Powerhouses of the Universe

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. New stars are created every day, born of vast clouds of gas and dust. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the Universe. Journey to the farthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of STARS. Narrated by Mark Hamill. Great for adults and kids ages 5 and older. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Sunday, July 28, 2024, 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Cosmic Colors | New Full Dome Feature

New! Cosmic Colors | Full Dome Feature Showing June 8 - August 25, 2024 | Tues - Sun at 2 p.m. Longway Planetarium  Discover the many reasons for color—like why the sky is blue, and Mars is red. Take a tour within a plant leaf and journey inside the human eye. Investigate x-rays by voyaging to a monstrous black hole and then back to your doctor's office. You will even see the actual color of a dinosaur—based on recent evidence. Get ready for an amazing adventure under a rainbow of cosmic light. Recommended for ages 7+. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Kids. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Sunday, July 28, 2024, 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Skies Over Michigan

Skies Over Michigan  Showing Daily Tues - Sunday | 3 p.m. Longway Planetarium’s astronomy experts take you on a tour of the night sky over Michigan in this live planetarium lecture. Learn about the rotation of the Earth, how to find the North Star, and which constellations and planets are visible in your backyard tonight. Stargazers can come back to this show again and again to find out about recent astronomical events and for seasonal updates on what's visible in the night sky over Michigan.  Don't forget to grab a sky guide in the lobby! Recommended for ages 10 and older. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Science. Lecture. Family. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Sunday, July 28, 2024, 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Legend of the Enchanted Reef

New! Legend of the Enchanted Reef Showing Tues - Sun at 4 p.m. | Thurs - Sat at 7 p.m. Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint MI 48503 Dive in with three friends on the ocean adventure of a lifetime. Join energetic Shorty, intelligent Indigo, and daring sawfish Jake on a colorful coral reef adventure. After a fishing trawler devastates their reef, the trio has no choice but to set out on a quest to find a new home. As they search the sea for a legendary reef, the friends encounter a variety of intriguing environments, from kelp forests to sunken wrecks—and even outer space! Their unforgettable journey brings them face-to-face with an octopus, dolphins, anglerfish, and other exotic creatures. Throughout their adventure, they must avoid hungry sharks, hazardous pollution, and other dangers, as they seek a reef that may be a myth. Legend of the Enchanted Reef is filled with humor and imagination that the whole family will enjoy. The film combines entertainment and education with an important message a… Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Sunday, July 28, 2024, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Accidental Astronauts

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503 Follow the adventures of Sy, Annie, and their dog Armstrong as they embark on an unexpected journey into space! Explore the Earth, Sun and Moon system with a wise-cracking starship computer. Follow an asteroid as it crashes into the Moon and bounce along the lunar surface. Get up close and personal with a solar storm, and gain a new appreciation of our home planet. Recommended for ages 3-8. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Tuesday, July 30, 2024, 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

STARS | The Powerhouses of the Universe

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. New stars are created every day, born of vast clouds of gas and dust. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the Universe. Journey to the farthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of STARS. Narrated by Mark Hamill. Great for adults and kids ages 5 and older. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Tuesday, July 30, 2024, 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Cosmic Colors | New Full Dome Feature

New! Cosmic Colors | Full Dome Feature Showing June 8 - August 25, 2024 | Tues - Sun at 2 p.m. Longway Planetarium  Discover the many reasons for color—like why the sky is blue, and Mars is red. Take a tour within a plant leaf and journey inside the human eye. Investigate x-rays by voyaging to a monstrous black hole and then back to your doctor's office. You will even see the actual color of a dinosaur—based on recent evidence. Get ready for an amazing adventure under a rainbow of cosmic light. Recommended for ages 7+. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Kids. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Tuesday, July 30, 2024, 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Skies Over Michigan

Skies Over Michigan  Showing Daily Tues - Sunday | 3 p.m. Longway Planetarium’s astronomy experts take you on a tour of the night sky over Michigan in this live planetarium lecture. Learn about the rotation of the Earth, how to find the North Star, and which constellations and planets are visible in your backyard tonight. Stargazers can come back to this show again and again to find out about recent astronomical events and for seasonal updates on what's visible in the night sky over Michigan.  Don't forget to grab a sky guide in the lobby! Recommended for ages 10 and older. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Science. Lecture. Family. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Tuesday, July 30, 2024, 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Legend of the Enchanted Reef

New! Legend of the Enchanted Reef Showing Tues - Sun at 4 p.m. | Thurs - Sat at 7 p.m. Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint MI 48503 Dive in with three friends on the ocean adventure of a lifetime. Join energetic Shorty, intelligent Indigo, and daring sawfish Jake on a colorful coral reef adventure. After a fishing trawler devastates their reef, the trio has no choice but to set out on a quest to find a new home. As they search the sea for a legendary reef, the friends encounter a variety of intriguing environments, from kelp forests to sunken wrecks—and even outer space! Their unforgettable journey brings them face-to-face with an octopus, dolphins, anglerfish, and other exotic creatures. Throughout their adventure, they must avoid hungry sharks, hazardous pollution, and other dangers, as they seek a reef that may be a myth. Legend of the Enchanted Reef is filled with humor and imagination that the whole family will enjoy. The film combines entertainment and education with an important message a… Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Tuesday, July 30, 2024, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Accidental Astronauts

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503 Follow the adventures of Sy, Annie, and their dog Armstrong as they embark on an unexpected journey into space! Explore the Earth, Sun and Moon system with a wise-cracking starship computer. Follow an asteroid as it crashes into the Moon and bounce along the lunar surface. Get up close and personal with a solar storm, and gain a new appreciation of our home planet. Recommended for ages 3-8. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Wednesday, July 31, 2024, 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

STARS | The Powerhouses of the Universe

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. New stars are created every day, born of vast clouds of gas and dust. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the Universe. Journey to the farthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of STARS. Narrated by Mark Hamill. Great for adults and kids ages 5 and older. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Wednesday, July 31, 2024, 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Cosmic Colors | New Full Dome Feature

New! Cosmic Colors | Full Dome Feature Showing June 8 - August 25, 2024 | Tues - Sun at 2 p.m. Longway Planetarium  Discover the many reasons for color—like why the sky is blue, and Mars is red. Take a tour within a plant leaf and journey inside the human eye. Investigate x-rays by voyaging to a monstrous black hole and then back to your doctor's office. You will even see the actual color of a dinosaur—based on recent evidence. Get ready for an amazing adventure under a rainbow of cosmic light. Recommended for ages 7+. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Kids. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Wednesday, July 31, 2024, 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Skies Over Michigan

Skies Over Michigan  Showing Daily Tues - Sunday | 3 p.m. Longway Planetarium’s astronomy experts take you on a tour of the night sky over Michigan in this live planetarium lecture. Learn about the rotation of the Earth, how to find the North Star, and which constellations and planets are visible in your backyard tonight. Stargazers can come back to this show again and again to find out about recent astronomical events and for seasonal updates on what's visible in the night sky over Michigan.  Don't forget to grab a sky guide in the lobby! Recommended for ages 10 and older. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Science. Lecture. Family. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Wednesday, July 31, 2024, 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Legend of the Enchanted Reef

New! Legend of the Enchanted Reef Showing Tues - Sun at 4 p.m. | Thurs - Sat at 7 p.m. Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint MI 48503 Dive in with three friends on the ocean adventure of a lifetime. Join energetic Shorty, intelligent Indigo, and daring sawfish Jake on a colorful coral reef adventure. After a fishing trawler devastates their reef, the trio has no choice but to set out on a quest to find a new home. As they search the sea for a legendary reef, the friends encounter a variety of intriguing environments, from kelp forests to sunken wrecks—and even outer space! Their unforgettable journey brings them face-to-face with an octopus, dolphins, anglerfish, and other exotic creatures. Throughout their adventure, they must avoid hungry sharks, hazardous pollution, and other dangers, as they seek a reef that may be a myth. Legend of the Enchanted Reef is filled with humor and imagination that the whole family will enjoy. The film combines entertainment and education with an important message a… Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Wednesday, July 31, 2024, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Accidental Astronauts

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503 Follow the adventures of Sy, Annie, and their dog Armstrong as they embark on an unexpected journey into space! Explore the Earth, Sun and Moon system with a wise-cracking starship computer. Follow an asteroid as it crashes into the Moon and bounce along the lunar surface. Get up close and personal with a solar storm, and gain a new appreciation of our home planet. Recommended for ages 3-8. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Thursday, August 1, 2024, 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

STARS | The Powerhouses of the Universe

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. New stars are created every day, born of vast clouds of gas and dust. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the Universe. Journey to the farthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of STARS. Narrated by Mark Hamill. Great for adults and kids ages 5 and older. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Thursday, August 1, 2024, 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Cosmic Colors | New Full Dome Feature

New! Cosmic Colors | Full Dome Feature Showing June 8 - August 25, 2024 | Tues - Sun at 2 p.m. Longway Planetarium  Discover the many reasons for color—like why the sky is blue, and Mars is red. Take a tour within a plant leaf and journey inside the human eye. Investigate x-rays by voyaging to a monstrous black hole and then back to your doctor's office. You will even see the actual color of a dinosaur—based on recent evidence. Get ready for an amazing adventure under a rainbow of cosmic light. Recommended for ages 7+. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Kids. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Thursday, August 1, 2024, 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Skies Over Michigan

Skies Over Michigan  Showing Daily Tues - Sunday | 3 p.m. Longway Planetarium’s astronomy experts take you on a tour of the night sky over Michigan in this live planetarium lecture. Learn about the rotation of the Earth, how to find the North Star, and which constellations and planets are visible in your backyard tonight. Stargazers can come back to this show again and again to find out about recent astronomical events and for seasonal updates on what's visible in the night sky over Michigan.  Don't forget to grab a sky guide in the lobby! Recommended for ages 10 and older. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Science. Lecture. Family. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Thursday, August 1, 2024, 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Legend of the Enchanted Reef

New! Legend of the Enchanted Reef Showing Tues - Sun at 4 p.m. | Thurs - Sat at 7 p.m. Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint MI 48503 Dive in with three friends on the ocean adventure of a lifetime. Join energetic Shorty, intelligent Indigo, and daring sawfish Jake on a colorful coral reef adventure. After a fishing trawler devastates their reef, the trio has no choice but to set out on a quest to find a new home. As they search the sea for a legendary reef, the friends encounter a variety of intriguing environments, from kelp forests to sunken wrecks—and even outer space! Their unforgettable journey brings them face-to-face with an octopus, dolphins, anglerfish, and other exotic creatures. Throughout their adventure, they must avoid hungry sharks, hazardous pollution, and other dangers, as they seek a reef that may be a myth. Legend of the Enchanted Reef is filled with humor and imagination that the whole family will enjoy. The film combines entertainment and education with an important message a… Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Thursday, August 1, 2024, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Legend of the Enchanted Reef

New! Legend of the Enchanted Reef  Showing  June 11 - August 25, 2024 | Thurs, Fri & Sat at 7 p.m. Dive in with three friends on the ocean adventure of a lifetime. Join energetic Shorty, intelligent Indigo, and daring sawfish Jake on a colorful coral reef adventure. After a fishing trawler devastates their reef, the trio has no choice but to set out on a quest to find a new home. As they search the sea for a legendary reef, the friends encounter a variety of intriguing environments, from kelp forests to sunken wrecks—and even outer space! Their unforgettable journey brings them face-to-face with an octopus, dolphins, anglerfish, and other exotic creatures. Throughout their adventure, they must avoid hungry sharks, hazardous pollution, and other dangers, as they seek a reef that may be a myth. Legend of the Enchanted Reef is filled with humor and imagination that the whole family will enjoy. The film combines entertainment and education with an important message about the impact of ocean pollution. Recommende… Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Thursday, August 1, 2024, 7:00 PM – 7:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Queen: From Mercury With Love

Queen: From Mercury with Love Showing July 11 - August 24, 2024 | Fri/Sat/Sun at 8 p.m.  Experience The Queen Light Show: “From Mercury With Love” in a unique Planetarium setting like no other! Back on the Longway Planetarium schedule by popular demand, this original light show features ten of Queen’s greatest hits, including Bohemian Rhapsody, Another One Bites the Dust, and You’re My Best Friend, all set to amazing visuals and a 7.1 surround sound system! This crowd-pleasing show allows audiences to experience the magic of Queen’s iconic music in an immersive full-dome environment with Digistar 7 technology and two Christie Boxer projectors boasting 4k resolution across the entire 16-meter dome with system brightness of 60,000 lumens. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the scheduled show time. Event Type: Music. Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Thursday, August 1, 2024, 8:00 PM – 8:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Accidental Astronauts

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503 Follow the adventures of Sy, Annie, and their dog Armstrong as they embark on an unexpected journey into space! Explore the Earth, Sun and Moon system with a wise-cracking starship computer. Follow an asteroid as it crashes into the Moon and bounce along the lunar surface. Get up close and personal with a solar storm, and gain a new appreciation of our home planet. Recommended for ages 3-8. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Friday, August 2, 2024, 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

STARS | The Powerhouses of the Universe

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. New stars are created every day, born of vast clouds of gas and dust. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the Universe. Journey to the farthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of STARS. Narrated by Mark Hamill. Great for adults and kids ages 5 and older. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Friday, August 2, 2024, 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Cosmic Colors | New Full Dome Feature

New! Cosmic Colors | Full Dome Feature Showing June 8 - August 25, 2024 | Tues - Sun at 2 p.m. Longway Planetarium  Discover the many reasons for color—like why the sky is blue, and Mars is red. Take a tour within a plant leaf and journey inside the human eye. Investigate x-rays by voyaging to a monstrous black hole and then back to your doctor's office. You will even see the actual color of a dinosaur—based on recent evidence. Get ready for an amazing adventure under a rainbow of cosmic light. Recommended for ages 7+. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Kids. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Friday, August 2, 2024, 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Skies Over Michigan

Skies Over Michigan  Showing Daily Tues - Sunday | 3 p.m. Longway Planetarium’s astronomy experts take you on a tour of the night sky over Michigan in this live planetarium lecture. Learn about the rotation of the Earth, how to find the North Star, and which constellations and planets are visible in your backyard tonight. Stargazers can come back to this show again and again to find out about recent astronomical events and for seasonal updates on what's visible in the night sky over Michigan.  Don't forget to grab a sky guide in the lobby! Recommended for ages 10 and older. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Science. Lecture. Family. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Friday, August 2, 2024, 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Legend of the Enchanted Reef

New! Legend of the Enchanted Reef Showing Tues - Sun at 4 p.m. | Thurs - Sat at 7 p.m. Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint MI 48503 Dive in with three friends on the ocean adventure of a lifetime. Join energetic Shorty, intelligent Indigo, and daring sawfish Jake on a colorful coral reef adventure. After a fishing trawler devastates their reef, the trio has no choice but to set out on a quest to find a new home. As they search the sea for a legendary reef, the friends encounter a variety of intriguing environments, from kelp forests to sunken wrecks—and even outer space! Their unforgettable journey brings them face-to-face with an octopus, dolphins, anglerfish, and other exotic creatures. Throughout their adventure, they must avoid hungry sharks, hazardous pollution, and other dangers, as they seek a reef that may be a myth. Legend of the Enchanted Reef is filled with humor and imagination that the whole family will enjoy. The film combines entertainment and education with an important message a… Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Friday, August 2, 2024, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

First Friday | Celebrating the Art, Culture, History, and Science of the Aurora

First Friday: Celebrating the Art, Culture, History, and Science of the Aurora Celebrating the Art, Culture, History, and Science of the Aurora Friday, August 2, 2024 | 6 P.M. Awe-inspiring to observe, the Aurora have astounded skywatchers for centuries. A good historian can find countless references to the Aurora in art and media, cultural legends, historical accounts, and scientific research. Discover the Aurora in a new light as you hear about each of these topics with Melissa F. Kaelin, the founder of the Michigan Aurora Chasers. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Education. Planetarium Show. Science. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Friday, August 2, 2024, 6:00 PM – 6:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, Michigan 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Legend of the Enchanted Reef

New! Legend of the Enchanted Reef  Showing  June 11 - August 25, 2024 | Thurs, Fri & Sat at 7 p.m. Dive in with three friends on the ocean adventure of a lifetime. Join energetic Shorty, intelligent Indigo, and daring sawfish Jake on a colorful coral reef adventure. After a fishing trawler devastates their reef, the trio has no choice but to set out on a quest to find a new home. As they search the sea for a legendary reef, the friends encounter a variety of intriguing environments, from kelp forests to sunken wrecks—and even outer space! Their unforgettable journey brings them face-to-face with an octopus, dolphins, anglerfish, and other exotic creatures. Throughout their adventure, they must avoid hungry sharks, hazardous pollution, and other dangers, as they seek a reef that may be a myth. Legend of the Enchanted Reef is filled with humor and imagination that the whole family will enjoy. The film combines entertainment and education with an important message about the impact of ocean pollution. Recommende… Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Friday, August 2, 2024, 7:00 PM – 7:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Queen: From Mercury With Love

Queen: From Mercury with Love Showing July 11 - August 24, 2024 | Fri/Sat/Sun at 8 p.m.  Experience The Queen Light Show: “From Mercury With Love” in a unique Planetarium setting like no other! Back on the Longway Planetarium schedule by popular demand, this original light show features ten of Queen’s greatest hits, including Bohemian Rhapsody, Another One Bites the Dust, and You’re My Best Friend, all set to amazing visuals and a 7.1 surround sound system! This crowd-pleasing show allows audiences to experience the magic of Queen’s iconic music in an immersive full-dome environment with Digistar 7 technology and two Christie Boxer projectors boasting 4k resolution across the entire 16-meter dome with system brightness of 60,000 lumens. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the scheduled show time. Event Type: Music. Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Friday, August 2, 2024, 8:00 PM – 8:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Accidental Astronauts

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503 Follow the adventures of Sy, Annie, and their dog Armstrong as they embark on an unexpected journey into space! Explore the Earth, Sun and Moon system with a wise-cracking starship computer. Follow an asteroid as it crashes into the Moon and bounce along the lunar surface. Get up close and personal with a solar storm, and gain a new appreciation of our home planet. Recommended for ages 3-8. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Saturday, August 3, 2024, 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

STARS | The Powerhouses of the Universe

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. New stars are created every day, born of vast clouds of gas and dust. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the Universe. Journey to the farthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of STARS. Narrated by Mark Hamill. Great for adults and kids ages 5 and older. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Saturday, August 3, 2024, 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Cosmic Colors | New Full Dome Feature

New! Cosmic Colors | Full Dome Feature Showing June 8 - August 25, 2024 | Tues - Sun at 2 p.m. Longway Planetarium  Discover the many reasons for color—like why the sky is blue, and Mars is red. Take a tour within a plant leaf and journey inside the human eye. Investigate x-rays by voyaging to a monstrous black hole and then back to your doctor's office. You will even see the actual color of a dinosaur—based on recent evidence. Get ready for an amazing adventure under a rainbow of cosmic light. Recommended for ages 7+. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Kids. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Saturday, August 3, 2024, 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Skies Over Michigan

Skies Over Michigan  Showing Daily Tues - Sunday | 3 p.m. Longway Planetarium’s astronomy experts take you on a tour of the night sky over Michigan in this live planetarium lecture. Learn about the rotation of the Earth, how to find the North Star, and which constellations and planets are visible in your backyard tonight. Stargazers can come back to this show again and again to find out about recent astronomical events and for seasonal updates on what's visible in the night sky over Michigan.  Don't forget to grab a sky guide in the lobby! Recommended for ages 10 and older. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Science. Lecture. Family. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Saturday, August 3, 2024, 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Legend of the Enchanted Reef

New! Legend of the Enchanted Reef Showing Tues - Sun at 4 p.m. | Thurs - Sat at 7 p.m. Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint MI 48503 Dive in with three friends on the ocean adventure of a lifetime. Join energetic Shorty, intelligent Indigo, and daring sawfish Jake on a colorful coral reef adventure. After a fishing trawler devastates their reef, the trio has no choice but to set out on a quest to find a new home. As they search the sea for a legendary reef, the friends encounter a variety of intriguing environments, from kelp forests to sunken wrecks—and even outer space! Their unforgettable journey brings them face-to-face with an octopus, dolphins, anglerfish, and other exotic creatures. Throughout their adventure, they must avoid hungry sharks, hazardous pollution, and other dangers, as they seek a reef that may be a myth. Legend of the Enchanted Reef is filled with humor and imagination that the whole family will enjoy. The film combines entertainment and education with an important message a… Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Saturday, August 3, 2024, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Legend of the Enchanted Reef

New! Legend of the Enchanted Reef  Showing  June 11 - August 25, 2024 | Thurs, Fri & Sat at 7 p.m. Dive in with three friends on the ocean adventure of a lifetime. Join energetic Shorty, intelligent Indigo, and daring sawfish Jake on a colorful coral reef adventure. After a fishing trawler devastates their reef, the trio has no choice but to set out on a quest to find a new home. As they search the sea for a legendary reef, the friends encounter a variety of intriguing environments, from kelp forests to sunken wrecks—and even outer space! Their unforgettable journey brings them face-to-face with an octopus, dolphins, anglerfish, and other exotic creatures. Throughout their adventure, they must avoid hungry sharks, hazardous pollution, and other dangers, as they seek a reef that may be a myth. Legend of the Enchanted Reef is filled with humor and imagination that the whole family will enjoy. The film combines entertainment and education with an important message about the impact of ocean pollution. Recommende… Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Saturday, August 3, 2024, 7:00 PM – 7:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Queen: From Mercury With Love

Queen: From Mercury with Love Showing July 11 - August 24, 2024 | Fri/Sat/Sun at 8 p.m.  Experience The Queen Light Show: “From Mercury With Love” in a unique Planetarium setting like no other! Back on the Longway Planetarium schedule by popular demand, this original light show features ten of Queen’s greatest hits, including Bohemian Rhapsody, Another One Bites the Dust, and You’re My Best Friend, all set to amazing visuals and a 7.1 surround sound system! This crowd-pleasing show allows audiences to experience the magic of Queen’s iconic music in an immersive full-dome environment with Digistar 7 technology and two Christie Boxer projectors boasting 4k resolution across the entire 16-meter dome with system brightness of 60,000 lumens. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the scheduled show time. Event Type: Music. Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Saturday, August 3, 2024, 8:00 PM – 8:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Accidental Astronauts

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503 Follow the adventures of Sy, Annie, and their dog Armstrong as they embark on an unexpected journey into space! Explore the Earth, Sun and Moon system with a wise-cracking starship computer. Follow an asteroid as it crashes into the Moon and bounce along the lunar surface. Get up close and personal with a solar storm, and gain a new appreciation of our home planet. Recommended for ages 3-8. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Sunday, August 4, 2024, 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

STARS | The Powerhouses of the Universe

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. New stars are created every day, born of vast clouds of gas and dust. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the Universe. Journey to the farthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of STARS. Narrated by Mark Hamill. Great for adults and kids ages 5 and older. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Sunday, August 4, 2024, 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Cosmic Colors | New Full Dome Feature

New! Cosmic Colors | Full Dome Feature Showing June 8 - August 25, 2024 | Tues - Sun at 2 p.m. Longway Planetarium  Discover the many reasons for color—like why the sky is blue, and Mars is red. Take a tour within a plant leaf and journey inside the human eye. Investigate x-rays by voyaging to a monstrous black hole and then back to your doctor's office. You will even see the actual color of a dinosaur—based on recent evidence. Get ready for an amazing adventure under a rainbow of cosmic light. Recommended for ages 7+. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Kids. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Sunday, August 4, 2024, 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Skies Over Michigan

Skies Over Michigan  Showing Daily Tues - Sunday | 3 p.m. Longway Planetarium’s astronomy experts take you on a tour of the night sky over Michigan in this live planetarium lecture. Learn about the rotation of the Earth, how to find the North Star, and which constellations and planets are visible in your backyard tonight. Stargazers can come back to this show again and again to find out about recent astronomical events and for seasonal updates on what's visible in the night sky over Michigan.  Don't forget to grab a sky guide in the lobby! Recommended for ages 10 and older. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Science. Lecture. Family. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Sunday, August 4, 2024, 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Legend of the Enchanted Reef

New! Legend of the Enchanted Reef Showing Tues - Sun at 4 p.m. | Thurs - Sat at 7 p.m. Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint MI 48503 Dive in with three friends on the ocean adventure of a lifetime. Join energetic Shorty, intelligent Indigo, and daring sawfish Jake on a colorful coral reef adventure. After a fishing trawler devastates their reef, the trio has no choice but to set out on a quest to find a new home. As they search the sea for a legendary reef, the friends encounter a variety of intriguing environments, from kelp forests to sunken wrecks—and even outer space! Their unforgettable journey brings them face-to-face with an octopus, dolphins, anglerfish, and other exotic creatures. Throughout their adventure, they must avoid hungry sharks, hazardous pollution, and other dangers, as they seek a reef that may be a myth. Legend of the Enchanted Reef is filled with humor and imagination that the whole family will enjoy. The film combines entertainment and education with an important message a… Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Sunday, August 4, 2024, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Accidental Astronauts

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503 Follow the adventures of Sy, Annie, and their dog Armstrong as they embark on an unexpected journey into space! Explore the Earth, Sun and Moon system with a wise-cracking starship computer. Follow an asteroid as it crashes into the Moon and bounce along the lunar surface. Get up close and personal with a solar storm, and gain a new appreciation of our home planet. Recommended for ages 3-8. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Tuesday, August 6, 2024, 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

STARS | The Powerhouses of the Universe

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. New stars are created every day, born of vast clouds of gas and dust. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the Universe. Journey to the farthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of STARS. Narrated by Mark Hamill. Great for adults and kids ages 5 and older. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Tuesday, August 6, 2024, 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Cosmic Colors | New Full Dome Feature

New! Cosmic Colors | Full Dome Feature Showing June 8 - August 25, 2024 | Tues - Sun at 2 p.m. Longway Planetarium  Discover the many reasons for color—like why the sky is blue, and Mars is red. Take a tour within a plant leaf and journey inside the human eye. Investigate x-rays by voyaging to a monstrous black hole and then back to your doctor's office. You will even see the actual color of a dinosaur—based on recent evidence. Get ready for an amazing adventure under a rainbow of cosmic light. Recommended for ages 7+. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Kids. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Tuesday, August 6, 2024, 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Skies Over Michigan

Skies Over Michigan  Showing Daily Tues - Sunday | 3 p.m. Longway Planetarium’s astronomy experts take you on a tour of the night sky over Michigan in this live planetarium lecture. Learn about the rotation of the Earth, how to find the North Star, and which constellations and planets are visible in your backyard tonight. Stargazers can come back to this show again and again to find out about recent astronomical events and for seasonal updates on what's visible in the night sky over Michigan.  Don't forget to grab a sky guide in the lobby! Recommended for ages 10 and older. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Science. Lecture. Family. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Tuesday, August 6, 2024, 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Legend of the Enchanted Reef

New! Legend of the Enchanted Reef Showing Tues - Sun at 4 p.m. | Thurs - Sat at 7 p.m. Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint MI 48503 Dive in with three friends on the ocean adventure of a lifetime. Join energetic Shorty, intelligent Indigo, and daring sawfish Jake on a colorful coral reef adventure. After a fishing trawler devastates their reef, the trio has no choice but to set out on a quest to find a new home. As they search the sea for a legendary reef, the friends encounter a variety of intriguing environments, from kelp forests to sunken wrecks—and even outer space! Their unforgettable journey brings them face-to-face with an octopus, dolphins, anglerfish, and other exotic creatures. Throughout their adventure, they must avoid hungry sharks, hazardous pollution, and other dangers, as they seek a reef that may be a myth. Legend of the Enchanted Reef is filled with humor and imagination that the whole family will enjoy. The film combines entertainment and education with an important message a… Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Tuesday, August 6, 2024, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Accidental Astronauts

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503 Follow the adventures of Sy, Annie, and their dog Armstrong as they embark on an unexpected journey into space! Explore the Earth, Sun and Moon system with a wise-cracking starship computer. Follow an asteroid as it crashes into the Moon and bounce along the lunar surface. Get up close and personal with a solar storm, and gain a new appreciation of our home planet. Recommended for ages 3-8. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Wednesday, August 7, 2024, 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

STARS | The Powerhouses of the Universe

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. New stars are created every day, born of vast clouds of gas and dust. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the Universe. Journey to the farthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of STARS. Narrated by Mark Hamill. Great for adults and kids ages 5 and older. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Wednesday, August 7, 2024, 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Cosmic Colors | New Full Dome Feature

New! Cosmic Colors | Full Dome Feature Showing June 8 - August 25, 2024 | Tues - Sun at 2 p.m. Longway Planetarium  Discover the many reasons for color—like why the sky is blue, and Mars is red. Take a tour within a plant leaf and journey inside the human eye. Investigate x-rays by voyaging to a monstrous black hole and then back to your doctor's office. You will even see the actual color of a dinosaur—based on recent evidence. Get ready for an amazing adventure under a rainbow of cosmic light. Recommended for ages 7+. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Kids. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Wednesday, August 7, 2024, 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Skies Over Michigan

Skies Over Michigan  Showing Daily Tues - Sunday | 3 p.m. Longway Planetarium’s astronomy experts take you on a tour of the night sky over Michigan in this live planetarium lecture. Learn about the rotation of the Earth, how to find the North Star, and which constellations and planets are visible in your backyard tonight. Stargazers can come back to this show again and again to find out about recent astronomical events and for seasonal updates on what's visible in the night sky over Michigan.  Don't forget to grab a sky guide in the lobby! Recommended for ages 10 and older. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Science. Lecture. Family. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Wednesday, August 7, 2024, 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Legend of the Enchanted Reef

New! Legend of the Enchanted Reef Showing Tues - Sun at 4 p.m. | Thurs - Sat at 7 p.m. Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint MI 48503 Dive in with three friends on the ocean adventure of a lifetime. Join energetic Shorty, intelligent Indigo, and daring sawfish Jake on a colorful coral reef adventure. After a fishing trawler devastates their reef, the trio has no choice but to set out on a quest to find a new home. As they search the sea for a legendary reef, the friends encounter a variety of intriguing environments, from kelp forests to sunken wrecks—and even outer space! Their unforgettable journey brings them face-to-face with an octopus, dolphins, anglerfish, and other exotic creatures. Throughout their adventure, they must avoid hungry sharks, hazardous pollution, and other dangers, as they seek a reef that may be a myth. Legend of the Enchanted Reef is filled with humor and imagination that the whole family will enjoy. The film combines entertainment and education with an important message a… Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Wednesday, August 7, 2024, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Accidental Astronauts

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503 Follow the adventures of Sy, Annie, and their dog Armstrong as they embark on an unexpected journey into space! Explore the Earth, Sun and Moon system with a wise-cracking starship computer. Follow an asteroid as it crashes into the Moon and bounce along the lunar surface. Get up close and personal with a solar storm, and gain a new appreciation of our home planet. Recommended for ages 3-8. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Thursday, August 8, 2024, 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

STARS | The Powerhouses of the Universe

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. New stars are created every day, born of vast clouds of gas and dust. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the Universe. Journey to the farthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of STARS. Narrated by Mark Hamill. Great for adults and kids ages 5 and older. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Thursday, August 8, 2024, 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Cosmic Colors | New Full Dome Feature

New! Cosmic Colors | Full Dome Feature Showing June 8 - August 25, 2024 | Tues - Sun at 2 p.m. Longway Planetarium  Discover the many reasons for color—like why the sky is blue, and Mars is red. Take a tour within a plant leaf and journey inside the human eye. Investigate x-rays by voyaging to a monstrous black hole and then back to your doctor's office. You will even see the actual color of a dinosaur—based on recent evidence. Get ready for an amazing adventure under a rainbow of cosmic light. Recommended for ages 7+. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Kids. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Thursday, August 8, 2024, 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Skies Over Michigan

Skies Over Michigan  Showing Daily Tues - Sunday | 3 p.m. Longway Planetarium’s astronomy experts take you on a tour of the night sky over Michigan in this live planetarium lecture. Learn about the rotation of the Earth, how to find the North Star, and which constellations and planets are visible in your backyard tonight. Stargazers can come back to this show again and again to find out about recent astronomical events and for seasonal updates on what's visible in the night sky over Michigan.  Don't forget to grab a sky guide in the lobby! Recommended for ages 10 and older. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Science. Lecture. Family. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Thursday, August 8, 2024, 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Legend of the Enchanted Reef

New! Legend of the Enchanted Reef Showing Tues - Sun at 4 p.m. | Thurs - Sat at 7 p.m. Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint MI 48503 Dive in with three friends on the ocean adventure of a lifetime. Join energetic Shorty, intelligent Indigo, and daring sawfish Jake on a colorful coral reef adventure. After a fishing trawler devastates their reef, the trio has no choice but to set out on a quest to find a new home. As they search the sea for a legendary reef, the friends encounter a variety of intriguing environments, from kelp forests to sunken wrecks—and even outer space! Their unforgettable journey brings them face-to-face with an octopus, dolphins, anglerfish, and other exotic creatures. Throughout their adventure, they must avoid hungry sharks, hazardous pollution, and other dangers, as they seek a reef that may be a myth. Legend of the Enchanted Reef is filled with humor and imagination that the whole family will enjoy. The film combines entertainment and education with an important message a… Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Thursday, August 8, 2024, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Legend of the Enchanted Reef

New! Legend of the Enchanted Reef  Showing  June 11 - August 25, 2024 | Thurs, Fri & Sat at 7 p.m. Dive in with three friends on the ocean adventure of a lifetime. Join energetic Shorty, intelligent Indigo, and daring sawfish Jake on a colorful coral reef adventure. After a fishing trawler devastates their reef, the trio has no choice but to set out on a quest to find a new home. As they search the sea for a legendary reef, the friends encounter a variety of intriguing environments, from kelp forests to sunken wrecks—and even outer space! Their unforgettable journey brings them face-to-face with an octopus, dolphins, anglerfish, and other exotic creatures. Throughout their adventure, they must avoid hungry sharks, hazardous pollution, and other dangers, as they seek a reef that may be a myth. Legend of the Enchanted Reef is filled with humor and imagination that the whole family will enjoy. The film combines entertainment and education with an important message about the impact of ocean pollution. Recommende… Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Thursday, August 8, 2024, 7:00 PM – 7:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Queen: From Mercury With Love

Queen: From Mercury with Love Showing July 11 - August 24, 2024 | Fri/Sat/Sun at 8 p.m.  Experience The Queen Light Show: “From Mercury With Love” in a unique Planetarium setting like no other! Back on the Longway Planetarium schedule by popular demand, this original light show features ten of Queen’s greatest hits, including Bohemian Rhapsody, Another One Bites the Dust, and You’re My Best Friend, all set to amazing visuals and a 7.1 surround sound system! This crowd-pleasing show allows audiences to experience the magic of Queen’s iconic music in an immersive full-dome environment with Digistar 7 technology and two Christie Boxer projectors boasting 4k resolution across the entire 16-meter dome with system brightness of 60,000 lumens. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the scheduled show time. Event Type: Music. Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Thursday, August 8, 2024, 8:00 PM – 8:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Accidental Astronauts

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503 Follow the adventures of Sy, Annie, and their dog Armstrong as they embark on an unexpected journey into space! Explore the Earth, Sun and Moon system with a wise-cracking starship computer. Follow an asteroid as it crashes into the Moon and bounce along the lunar surface. Get up close and personal with a solar storm, and gain a new appreciation of our home planet. Recommended for ages 3-8. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Friday, August 9, 2024, 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

STARS | The Powerhouses of the Universe

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. New stars are created every day, born of vast clouds of gas and dust. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the Universe. Journey to the farthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of STARS. Narrated by Mark Hamill. Great for adults and kids ages 5 and older. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Friday, August 9, 2024, 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Cosmic Colors | New Full Dome Feature

New! Cosmic Colors | Full Dome Feature Showing June 8 - August 25, 2024 | Tues - Sun at 2 p.m. Longway Planetarium  Discover the many reasons for color—like why the sky is blue, and Mars is red. Take a tour within a plant leaf and journey inside the human eye. Investigate x-rays by voyaging to a monstrous black hole and then back to your doctor's office. You will even see the actual color of a dinosaur—based on recent evidence. Get ready for an amazing adventure under a rainbow of cosmic light. Recommended for ages 7+. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Kids. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Friday, August 9, 2024, 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Skies Over Michigan

Skies Over Michigan  Showing Daily Tues - Sunday | 3 p.m. Longway Planetarium’s astronomy experts take you on a tour of the night sky over Michigan in this live planetarium lecture. Learn about the rotation of the Earth, how to find the North Star, and which constellations and planets are visible in your backyard tonight. Stargazers can come back to this show again and again to find out about recent astronomical events and for seasonal updates on what's visible in the night sky over Michigan.  Don't forget to grab a sky guide in the lobby! Recommended for ages 10 and older. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Science. Lecture. Family. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Friday, August 9, 2024, 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Legend of the Enchanted Reef

New! Legend of the Enchanted Reef Showing Tues - Sun at 4 p.m. | Thurs - Sat at 7 p.m. Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint MI 48503 Dive in with three friends on the ocean adventure of a lifetime. Join energetic Shorty, intelligent Indigo, and daring sawfish Jake on a colorful coral reef adventure. After a fishing trawler devastates their reef, the trio has no choice but to set out on a quest to find a new home. As they search the sea for a legendary reef, the friends encounter a variety of intriguing environments, from kelp forests to sunken wrecks—and even outer space! Their unforgettable journey brings them face-to-face with an octopus, dolphins, anglerfish, and other exotic creatures. Throughout their adventure, they must avoid hungry sharks, hazardous pollution, and other dangers, as they seek a reef that may be a myth. Legend of the Enchanted Reef is filled with humor and imagination that the whole family will enjoy. The film combines entertainment and education with an important message a… Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Friday, August 9, 2024, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Second Friday | History of the Universe Part II: History of Stars

History of the Universe | Part II: History of Stars Friday, August 9, 2024 | 6 p.m. Learn about the formation of the Universe, including the concepts of the big bang theory, inflation theory, and recombination in the very first lecture of this 12-part series.  Join Longway Planetarium Manager Patrick Ross, M.S. in this special 12-month lecture series that explores our Universe from its formation through its eventual demise. Learn about fundamental astronomical phenomena such as galaxies, solar system formation, high energy physics, and more. You’ll be transformed on a journey through space and time with surround sound, 3-D effects, and Digistar 7 technologies that bring space to life in an immersive setting that can only be experienced at Longway Planetarium, Michigan’s largest planetarium. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Friday, August 9, 2024, 6:00 PM – 6:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Legend of the Enchanted Reef

New! Legend of the Enchanted Reef  Showing  June 11 - August 25, 2024 | Thurs, Fri & Sat at 7 p.m. Dive in with three friends on the ocean adventure of a lifetime. Join energetic Shorty, intelligent Indigo, and daring sawfish Jake on a colorful coral reef adventure. After a fishing trawler devastates their reef, the trio has no choice but to set out on a quest to find a new home. As they search the sea for a legendary reef, the friends encounter a variety of intriguing environments, from kelp forests to sunken wrecks—and even outer space! Their unforgettable journey brings them face-to-face with an octopus, dolphins, anglerfish, and other exotic creatures. Throughout their adventure, they must avoid hungry sharks, hazardous pollution, and other dangers, as they seek a reef that may be a myth. Legend of the Enchanted Reef is filled with humor and imagination that the whole family will enjoy. The film combines entertainment and education with an important message about the impact of ocean pollution. Recommende… Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Friday, August 9, 2024, 7:00 PM – 7:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Queen: From Mercury With Love

Queen: From Mercury with Love Showing July 11 - August 24, 2024 | Fri/Sat/Sun at 8 p.m.  Experience The Queen Light Show: “From Mercury With Love” in a unique Planetarium setting like no other! Back on the Longway Planetarium schedule by popular demand, this original light show features ten of Queen’s greatest hits, including Bohemian Rhapsody, Another One Bites the Dust, and You’re My Best Friend, all set to amazing visuals and a 7.1 surround sound system! This crowd-pleasing show allows audiences to experience the magic of Queen’s iconic music in an immersive full-dome environment with Digistar 7 technology and two Christie Boxer projectors boasting 4k resolution across the entire 16-meter dome with system brightness of 60,000 lumens. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the scheduled show time. Event Type: Music. Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Friday, August 9, 2024, 8:00 PM – 8:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Sensory-Friendly Feature | Perfect Little Planet

Sensory Friendly Feature: Perfect Little Planet Saturday, August 10, 2024 | 11 a.m. (Doors open at 10:30 a.m.) Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503 Imagine the ultimate space vacation! Discover our solar system through a new set of eyes – a family from another star system seeking the perfect vacation spot. Fly over the surface of Pluto, our best known Dwarf Planet. Dive over the ice cliffs of Miranda. Sail through the rings of Saturn. Feel the lightning storms of Jupiter. Walk on the surface of Mars. Which destination would you choose? A solar system journey for space travelers of all ages. Recommended for ages 5 and older. WATCH TRAILER During sensory-friendly shows, we turn the lights up and turn the sound down to provide a safe, welcoming environment for our friends with special needs. Sensory-friendly shows will now feature open captioning for the hearing-impaired community. Be yourself and find the best spot in the house to enjoy the show! Doors open at 10:30 a.m. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Saturday, August 10, 2024, 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Accidental Astronauts

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503 Follow the adventures of Sy, Annie, and their dog Armstrong as they embark on an unexpected journey into space! Explore the Earth, Sun and Moon system with a wise-cracking starship computer. Follow an asteroid as it crashes into the Moon and bounce along the lunar surface. Get up close and personal with a solar storm, and gain a new appreciation of our home planet. Recommended for ages 3-8. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Saturday, August 10, 2024, 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

STARS | The Powerhouses of the Universe

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. New stars are created every day, born of vast clouds of gas and dust. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the Universe. Journey to the farthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of STARS. Narrated by Mark Hamill. Great for adults and kids ages 5 and older. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Saturday, August 10, 2024, 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Cosmic Colors | New Full Dome Feature

New! Cosmic Colors | Full Dome Feature Showing June 8 - August 25, 2024 | Tues - Sun at 2 p.m. Longway Planetarium  Discover the many reasons for color—like why the sky is blue, and Mars is red. Take a tour within a plant leaf and journey inside the human eye. Investigate x-rays by voyaging to a monstrous black hole and then back to your doctor's office. You will even see the actual color of a dinosaur—based on recent evidence. Get ready for an amazing adventure under a rainbow of cosmic light. Recommended for ages 7+. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Kids. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Saturday, August 10, 2024, 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Skies Over Michigan

Skies Over Michigan  Showing Daily Tues - Sunday | 3 p.m. Longway Planetarium’s astronomy experts take you on a tour of the night sky over Michigan in this live planetarium lecture. Learn about the rotation of the Earth, how to find the North Star, and which constellations and planets are visible in your backyard tonight. Stargazers can come back to this show again and again to find out about recent astronomical events and for seasonal updates on what's visible in the night sky over Michigan.  Don't forget to grab a sky guide in the lobby! Recommended for ages 10 and older. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Science. Lecture. Family. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Saturday, August 10, 2024, 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Legend of the Enchanted Reef

New! Legend of the Enchanted Reef Showing Tues - Sun at 4 p.m. | Thurs - Sat at 7 p.m. Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint MI 48503 Dive in with three friends on the ocean adventure of a lifetime. Join energetic Shorty, intelligent Indigo, and daring sawfish Jake on a colorful coral reef adventure. After a fishing trawler devastates their reef, the trio has no choice but to set out on a quest to find a new home. As they search the sea for a legendary reef, the friends encounter a variety of intriguing environments, from kelp forests to sunken wrecks—and even outer space! Their unforgettable journey brings them face-to-face with an octopus, dolphins, anglerfish, and other exotic creatures. Throughout their adventure, they must avoid hungry sharks, hazardous pollution, and other dangers, as they seek a reef that may be a myth. Legend of the Enchanted Reef is filled with humor and imagination that the whole family will enjoy. The film combines entertainment and education with an important message a… Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Saturday, August 10, 2024, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Legend of the Enchanted Reef

New! Legend of the Enchanted Reef  Showing  June 11 - August 25, 2024 | Thurs, Fri & Sat at 7 p.m. Dive in with three friends on the ocean adventure of a lifetime. Join energetic Shorty, intelligent Indigo, and daring sawfish Jake on a colorful coral reef adventure. After a fishing trawler devastates their reef, the trio has no choice but to set out on a quest to find a new home. As they search the sea for a legendary reef, the friends encounter a variety of intriguing environments, from kelp forests to sunken wrecks—and even outer space! Their unforgettable journey brings them face-to-face with an octopus, dolphins, anglerfish, and other exotic creatures. Throughout their adventure, they must avoid hungry sharks, hazardous pollution, and other dangers, as they seek a reef that may be a myth. Legend of the Enchanted Reef is filled with humor and imagination that the whole family will enjoy. The film combines entertainment and education with an important message about the impact of ocean pollution. Recommende… Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Saturday, August 10, 2024, 7:00 PM – 7:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Queen: From Mercury With Love

Queen: From Mercury with Love Showing July 11 - August 24, 2024 | Fri/Sat/Sun at 8 p.m.  Experience The Queen Light Show: “From Mercury With Love” in a unique Planetarium setting like no other! Back on the Longway Planetarium schedule by popular demand, this original light show features ten of Queen’s greatest hits, including Bohemian Rhapsody, Another One Bites the Dust, and You’re My Best Friend, all set to amazing visuals and a 7.1 surround sound system! This crowd-pleasing show allows audiences to experience the magic of Queen’s iconic music in an immersive full-dome environment with Digistar 7 technology and two Christie Boxer projectors boasting 4k resolution across the entire 16-meter dome with system brightness of 60,000 lumens. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the scheduled show time. Event Type: Music. Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Saturday, August 10, 2024, 8:00 PM – 8:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Accidental Astronauts

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503 Follow the adventures of Sy, Annie, and their dog Armstrong as they embark on an unexpected journey into space! Explore the Earth, Sun and Moon system with a wise-cracking starship computer. Follow an asteroid as it crashes into the Moon and bounce along the lunar surface. Get up close and personal with a solar storm, and gain a new appreciation of our home planet. Recommended for ages 3-8. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Sunday, August 11, 2024, 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

STARS | The Powerhouses of the Universe

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. New stars are created every day, born of vast clouds of gas and dust. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the Universe. Journey to the farthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of STARS. Narrated by Mark Hamill. Great for adults and kids ages 5 and older. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Sunday, August 11, 2024, 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Cosmic Colors | New Full Dome Feature

New! Cosmic Colors | Full Dome Feature Showing June 8 - August 25, 2024 | Tues - Sun at 2 p.m. Longway Planetarium  Discover the many reasons for color—like why the sky is blue, and Mars is red. Take a tour within a plant leaf and journey inside the human eye. Investigate x-rays by voyaging to a monstrous black hole and then back to your doctor's office. You will even see the actual color of a dinosaur—based on recent evidence. Get ready for an amazing adventure under a rainbow of cosmic light. Recommended for ages 7+. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Kids. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Sunday, August 11, 2024, 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Skies Over Michigan

Skies Over Michigan  Showing Daily Tues - Sunday | 3 p.m. Longway Planetarium’s astronomy experts take you on a tour of the night sky over Michigan in this live planetarium lecture. Learn about the rotation of the Earth, how to find the North Star, and which constellations and planets are visible in your backyard tonight. Stargazers can come back to this show again and again to find out about recent astronomical events and for seasonal updates on what's visible in the night sky over Michigan.  Don't forget to grab a sky guide in the lobby! Recommended for ages 10 and older. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Science. Lecture. Family. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Sunday, August 11, 2024, 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Legend of the Enchanted Reef

New! Legend of the Enchanted Reef Showing Tues - Sun at 4 p.m. | Thurs - Sat at 7 p.m. Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint MI 48503 Dive in with three friends on the ocean adventure of a lifetime. Join energetic Shorty, intelligent Indigo, and daring sawfish Jake on a colorful coral reef adventure. After a fishing trawler devastates their reef, the trio has no choice but to set out on a quest to find a new home. As they search the sea for a legendary reef, the friends encounter a variety of intriguing environments, from kelp forests to sunken wrecks—and even outer space! Their unforgettable journey brings them face-to-face with an octopus, dolphins, anglerfish, and other exotic creatures. Throughout their adventure, they must avoid hungry sharks, hazardous pollution, and other dangers, as they seek a reef that may be a myth. Legend of the Enchanted Reef is filled with humor and imagination that the whole family will enjoy. The film combines entertainment and education with an important message a… Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Sunday, August 11, 2024, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Accidental Astronauts

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503 Follow the adventures of Sy, Annie, and their dog Armstrong as they embark on an unexpected journey into space! Explore the Earth, Sun and Moon system with a wise-cracking starship computer. Follow an asteroid as it crashes into the Moon and bounce along the lunar surface. Get up close and personal with a solar storm, and gain a new appreciation of our home planet. Recommended for ages 3-8. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Tuesday, August 13, 2024, 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

STARS | The Powerhouses of the Universe

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. New stars are created every day, born of vast clouds of gas and dust. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the Universe. Journey to the farthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of STARS. Narrated by Mark Hamill. Great for adults and kids ages 5 and older. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Tuesday, August 13, 2024, 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Cosmic Colors | New Full Dome Feature

New! Cosmic Colors | Full Dome Feature Showing June 8 - August 25, 2024 | Tues - Sun at 2 p.m. Longway Planetarium  Discover the many reasons for color—like why the sky is blue, and Mars is red. Take a tour within a plant leaf and journey inside the human eye. Investigate x-rays by voyaging to a monstrous black hole and then back to your doctor's office. You will even see the actual color of a dinosaur—based on recent evidence. Get ready for an amazing adventure under a rainbow of cosmic light. Recommended for ages 7+. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Kids. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Tuesday, August 13, 2024, 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Skies Over Michigan

Skies Over Michigan  Showing Daily Tues - Sunday | 3 p.m. Longway Planetarium’s astronomy experts take you on a tour of the night sky over Michigan in this live planetarium lecture. Learn about the rotation of the Earth, how to find the North Star, and which constellations and planets are visible in your backyard tonight. Stargazers can come back to this show again and again to find out about recent astronomical events and for seasonal updates on what's visible in the night sky over Michigan.  Don't forget to grab a sky guide in the lobby! Recommended for ages 10 and older. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Science. Lecture. Family. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Tuesday, August 13, 2024, 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Legend of the Enchanted Reef

New! Legend of the Enchanted Reef Showing Tues - Sun at 4 p.m. | Thurs - Sat at 7 p.m. Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint MI 48503 Dive in with three friends on the ocean adventure of a lifetime. Join energetic Shorty, intelligent Indigo, and daring sawfish Jake on a colorful coral reef adventure. After a fishing trawler devastates their reef, the trio has no choice but to set out on a quest to find a new home. As they search the sea for a legendary reef, the friends encounter a variety of intriguing environments, from kelp forests to sunken wrecks—and even outer space! Their unforgettable journey brings them face-to-face with an octopus, dolphins, anglerfish, and other exotic creatures. Throughout their adventure, they must avoid hungry sharks, hazardous pollution, and other dangers, as they seek a reef that may be a myth. Legend of the Enchanted Reef is filled with humor and imagination that the whole family will enjoy. The film combines entertainment and education with an important message a… Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Tuesday, August 13, 2024, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Accidental Astronauts

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503 Follow the adventures of Sy, Annie, and their dog Armstrong as they embark on an unexpected journey into space! Explore the Earth, Sun and Moon system with a wise-cracking starship computer. Follow an asteroid as it crashes into the Moon and bounce along the lunar surface. Get up close and personal with a solar storm, and gain a new appreciation of our home planet. Recommended for ages 3-8. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Wednesday, August 14, 2024, 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

STARS | The Powerhouses of the Universe

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. New stars are created every day, born of vast clouds of gas and dust. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the Universe. Journey to the farthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of STARS. Narrated by Mark Hamill. Great for adults and kids ages 5 and older. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Wednesday, August 14, 2024, 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Cosmic Colors | New Full Dome Feature

New! Cosmic Colors | Full Dome Feature Showing June 8 - August 25, 2024 | Tues - Sun at 2 p.m. Longway Planetarium  Discover the many reasons for color—like why the sky is blue, and Mars is red. Take a tour within a plant leaf and journey inside the human eye. Investigate x-rays by voyaging to a monstrous black hole and then back to your doctor's office. You will even see the actual color of a dinosaur—based on recent evidence. Get ready for an amazing adventure under a rainbow of cosmic light. Recommended for ages 7+. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Kids. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Wednesday, August 14, 2024, 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Skies Over Michigan

Skies Over Michigan  Showing Daily Tues - Sunday | 3 p.m. Longway Planetarium’s astronomy experts take you on a tour of the night sky over Michigan in this live planetarium lecture. Learn about the rotation of the Earth, how to find the North Star, and which constellations and planets are visible in your backyard tonight. Stargazers can come back to this show again and again to find out about recent astronomical events and for seasonal updates on what's visible in the night sky over Michigan.  Don't forget to grab a sky guide in the lobby! Recommended for ages 10 and older. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Science. Lecture. Family. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Wednesday, August 14, 2024, 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Legend of the Enchanted Reef

New! Legend of the Enchanted Reef Showing Tues - Sun at 4 p.m. | Thurs - Sat at 7 p.m. Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint MI 48503 Dive in with three friends on the ocean adventure of a lifetime. Join energetic Shorty, intelligent Indigo, and daring sawfish Jake on a colorful coral reef adventure. After a fishing trawler devastates their reef, the trio has no choice but to set out on a quest to find a new home. As they search the sea for a legendary reef, the friends encounter a variety of intriguing environments, from kelp forests to sunken wrecks—and even outer space! Their unforgettable journey brings them face-to-face with an octopus, dolphins, anglerfish, and other exotic creatures. Throughout their adventure, they must avoid hungry sharks, hazardous pollution, and other dangers, as they seek a reef that may be a myth. Legend of the Enchanted Reef is filled with humor and imagination that the whole family will enjoy. The film combines entertainment and education with an important message a… Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Wednesday, August 14, 2024, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Accidental Astronauts

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503 Follow the adventures of Sy, Annie, and their dog Armstrong as they embark on an unexpected journey into space! Explore the Earth, Sun and Moon system with a wise-cracking starship computer. Follow an asteroid as it crashes into the Moon and bounce along the lunar surface. Get up close and personal with a solar storm, and gain a new appreciation of our home planet. Recommended for ages 3-8. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Thursday, August 15, 2024, 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

STARS | The Powerhouses of the Universe

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. New stars are created every day, born of vast clouds of gas and dust. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the Universe. Journey to the farthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of STARS. Narrated by Mark Hamill. Great for adults and kids ages 5 and older. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Thursday, August 15, 2024, 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Cosmic Colors | New Full Dome Feature

New! Cosmic Colors | Full Dome Feature Showing June 8 - August 25, 2024 | Tues - Sun at 2 p.m. Longway Planetarium  Discover the many reasons for color—like why the sky is blue, and Mars is red. Take a tour within a plant leaf and journey inside the human eye. Investigate x-rays by voyaging to a monstrous black hole and then back to your doctor's office. You will even see the actual color of a dinosaur—based on recent evidence. Get ready for an amazing adventure under a rainbow of cosmic light. Recommended for ages 7+. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Kids. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Thursday, August 15, 2024, 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Skies Over Michigan

Skies Over Michigan  Showing Daily Tues - Sunday | 3 p.m. Longway Planetarium’s astronomy experts take you on a tour of the night sky over Michigan in this live planetarium lecture. Learn about the rotation of the Earth, how to find the North Star, and which constellations and planets are visible in your backyard tonight. Stargazers can come back to this show again and again to find out about recent astronomical events and for seasonal updates on what's visible in the night sky over Michigan.  Don't forget to grab a sky guide in the lobby! Recommended for ages 10 and older. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Science. Lecture. Family. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Thursday, August 15, 2024, 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Legend of the Enchanted Reef

New! Legend of the Enchanted Reef Showing Tues - Sun at 4 p.m. | Thurs - Sat at 7 p.m. Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint MI 48503 Dive in with three friends on the ocean adventure of a lifetime. Join energetic Shorty, intelligent Indigo, and daring sawfish Jake on a colorful coral reef adventure. After a fishing trawler devastates their reef, the trio has no choice but to set out on a quest to find a new home. As they search the sea for a legendary reef, the friends encounter a variety of intriguing environments, from kelp forests to sunken wrecks—and even outer space! Their unforgettable journey brings them face-to-face with an octopus, dolphins, anglerfish, and other exotic creatures. Throughout their adventure, they must avoid hungry sharks, hazardous pollution, and other dangers, as they seek a reef that may be a myth. Legend of the Enchanted Reef is filled with humor and imagination that the whole family will enjoy. The film combines entertainment and education with an important message a… Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Thursday, August 15, 2024, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Legend of the Enchanted Reef

New! Legend of the Enchanted Reef  Showing  June 11 - August 25, 2024 | Thurs, Fri & Sat at 7 p.m. Dive in with three friends on the ocean adventure of a lifetime. Join energetic Shorty, intelligent Indigo, and daring sawfish Jake on a colorful coral reef adventure. After a fishing trawler devastates their reef, the trio has no choice but to set out on a quest to find a new home. As they search the sea for a legendary reef, the friends encounter a variety of intriguing environments, from kelp forests to sunken wrecks—and even outer space! Their unforgettable journey brings them face-to-face with an octopus, dolphins, anglerfish, and other exotic creatures. Throughout their adventure, they must avoid hungry sharks, hazardous pollution, and other dangers, as they seek a reef that may be a myth. Legend of the Enchanted Reef is filled with humor and imagination that the whole family will enjoy. The film combines entertainment and education with an important message about the impact of ocean pollution. Recommende… Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Thursday, August 15, 2024, 7:00 PM – 7:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Queen: From Mercury With Love

Queen: From Mercury with Love Showing July 11 - August 24, 2024 | Fri/Sat/Sun at 8 p.m.  Experience The Queen Light Show: “From Mercury With Love” in a unique Planetarium setting like no other! Back on the Longway Planetarium schedule by popular demand, this original light show features ten of Queen’s greatest hits, including Bohemian Rhapsody, Another One Bites the Dust, and You’re My Best Friend, all set to amazing visuals and a 7.1 surround sound system! This crowd-pleasing show allows audiences to experience the magic of Queen’s iconic music in an immersive full-dome environment with Digistar 7 technology and two Christie Boxer projectors boasting 4k resolution across the entire 16-meter dome with system brightness of 60,000 lumens. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the scheduled show time. Event Type: Music. Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Thursday, August 15, 2024, 8:00 PM – 8:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Accidental Astronauts

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503 Follow the adventures of Sy, Annie, and their dog Armstrong as they embark on an unexpected journey into space! Explore the Earth, Sun and Moon system with a wise-cracking starship computer. Follow an asteroid as it crashes into the Moon and bounce along the lunar surface. Get up close and personal with a solar storm, and gain a new appreciation of our home planet. Recommended for ages 3-8. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Friday, August 16, 2024, 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

STARS | The Powerhouses of the Universe

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. New stars are created every day, born of vast clouds of gas and dust. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the Universe. Journey to the farthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of STARS. Narrated by Mark Hamill. Great for adults and kids ages 5 and older. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Friday, August 16, 2024, 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Cosmic Colors | New Full Dome Feature

New! Cosmic Colors | Full Dome Feature Showing June 8 - August 25, 2024 | Tues - Sun at 2 p.m. Longway Planetarium  Discover the many reasons for color—like why the sky is blue, and Mars is red. Take a tour within a plant leaf and journey inside the human eye. Investigate x-rays by voyaging to a monstrous black hole and then back to your doctor's office. You will even see the actual color of a dinosaur—based on recent evidence. Get ready for an amazing adventure under a rainbow of cosmic light. Recommended for ages 7+. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Kids. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Friday, August 16, 2024, 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Skies Over Michigan

Skies Over Michigan  Showing Daily Tues - Sunday | 3 p.m. Longway Planetarium’s astronomy experts take you on a tour of the night sky over Michigan in this live planetarium lecture. Learn about the rotation of the Earth, how to find the North Star, and which constellations and planets are visible in your backyard tonight. Stargazers can come back to this show again and again to find out about recent astronomical events and for seasonal updates on what's visible in the night sky over Michigan.  Don't forget to grab a sky guide in the lobby! Recommended for ages 10 and older. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Science. Lecture. Family. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Friday, August 16, 2024, 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Legend of the Enchanted Reef

New! Legend of the Enchanted Reef Showing Tues - Sun at 4 p.m. | Thurs - Sat at 7 p.m. Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint MI 48503 Dive in with three friends on the ocean adventure of a lifetime. Join energetic Shorty, intelligent Indigo, and daring sawfish Jake on a colorful coral reef adventure. After a fishing trawler devastates their reef, the trio has no choice but to set out on a quest to find a new home. As they search the sea for a legendary reef, the friends encounter a variety of intriguing environments, from kelp forests to sunken wrecks—and even outer space! Their unforgettable journey brings them face-to-face with an octopus, dolphins, anglerfish, and other exotic creatures. Throughout their adventure, they must avoid hungry sharks, hazardous pollution, and other dangers, as they seek a reef that may be a myth. Legend of the Enchanted Reef is filled with humor and imagination that the whole family will enjoy. The film combines entertainment and education with an important message a… Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Friday, August 16, 2024, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Legend of the Enchanted Reef

New! Legend of the Enchanted Reef  Showing  June 11 - August 25, 2024 | Thurs, Fri & Sat at 7 p.m. Dive in with three friends on the ocean adventure of a lifetime. Join energetic Shorty, intelligent Indigo, and daring sawfish Jake on a colorful coral reef adventure. After a fishing trawler devastates their reef, the trio has no choice but to set out on a quest to find a new home. As they search the sea for a legendary reef, the friends encounter a variety of intriguing environments, from kelp forests to sunken wrecks—and even outer space! Their unforgettable journey brings them face-to-face with an octopus, dolphins, anglerfish, and other exotic creatures. Throughout their adventure, they must avoid hungry sharks, hazardous pollution, and other dangers, as they seek a reef that may be a myth. Legend of the Enchanted Reef is filled with humor and imagination that the whole family will enjoy. The film combines entertainment and education with an important message about the impact of ocean pollution. Recommende… Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Friday, August 16, 2024, 7:00 PM – 7:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Queen: From Mercury With Love

Queen: From Mercury with Love Showing July 11 - August 24, 2024 | Fri/Sat/Sun at 8 p.m.  Experience The Queen Light Show: “From Mercury With Love” in a unique Planetarium setting like no other! Back on the Longway Planetarium schedule by popular demand, this original light show features ten of Queen’s greatest hits, including Bohemian Rhapsody, Another One Bites the Dust, and You’re My Best Friend, all set to amazing visuals and a 7.1 surround sound system! This crowd-pleasing show allows audiences to experience the magic of Queen’s iconic music in an immersive full-dome environment with Digistar 7 technology and two Christie Boxer projectors boasting 4k resolution across the entire 16-meter dome with system brightness of 60,000 lumens. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the scheduled show time. Event Type: Music. Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Friday, August 16, 2024, 8:00 PM – 8:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Accidental Astronauts

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503 Follow the adventures of Sy, Annie, and their dog Armstrong as they embark on an unexpected journey into space! Explore the Earth, Sun and Moon system with a wise-cracking starship computer. Follow an asteroid as it crashes into the Moon and bounce along the lunar surface. Get up close and personal with a solar storm, and gain a new appreciation of our home planet. Recommended for ages 3-8. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Saturday, August 17, 2024, 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

STARS | The Powerhouses of the Universe

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. New stars are created every day, born of vast clouds of gas and dust. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the Universe. Journey to the farthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of STARS. Narrated by Mark Hamill. Great for adults and kids ages 5 and older. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Saturday, August 17, 2024, 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Cosmic Colors | New Full Dome Feature

New! Cosmic Colors | Full Dome Feature Showing June 8 - August 25, 2024 | Tues - Sun at 2 p.m. Longway Planetarium  Discover the many reasons for color—like why the sky is blue, and Mars is red. Take a tour within a plant leaf and journey inside the human eye. Investigate x-rays by voyaging to a monstrous black hole and then back to your doctor's office. You will even see the actual color of a dinosaur—based on recent evidence. Get ready for an amazing adventure under a rainbow of cosmic light. Recommended for ages 7+. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Kids. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Saturday, August 17, 2024, 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Skies Over Michigan

Skies Over Michigan  Showing Daily Tues - Sunday | 3 p.m. Longway Planetarium’s astronomy experts take you on a tour of the night sky over Michigan in this live planetarium lecture. Learn about the rotation of the Earth, how to find the North Star, and which constellations and planets are visible in your backyard tonight. Stargazers can come back to this show again and again to find out about recent astronomical events and for seasonal updates on what's visible in the night sky over Michigan.  Don't forget to grab a sky guide in the lobby! Recommended for ages 10 and older. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Science. Lecture. Family. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Saturday, August 17, 2024, 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Legend of the Enchanted Reef

New! Legend of the Enchanted Reef Showing Tues - Sun at 4 p.m. | Thurs - Sat at 7 p.m. Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint MI 48503 Dive in with three friends on the ocean adventure of a lifetime. Join energetic Shorty, intelligent Indigo, and daring sawfish Jake on a colorful coral reef adventure. After a fishing trawler devastates their reef, the trio has no choice but to set out on a quest to find a new home. As they search the sea for a legendary reef, the friends encounter a variety of intriguing environments, from kelp forests to sunken wrecks—and even outer space! Their unforgettable journey brings them face-to-face with an octopus, dolphins, anglerfish, and other exotic creatures. Throughout their adventure, they must avoid hungry sharks, hazardous pollution, and other dangers, as they seek a reef that may be a myth. Legend of the Enchanted Reef is filled with humor and imagination that the whole family will enjoy. The film combines entertainment and education with an important message a… Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Saturday, August 17, 2024, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Legend of the Enchanted Reef

New! Legend of the Enchanted Reef  Showing  June 11 - August 25, 2024 | Thurs, Fri & Sat at 7 p.m. Dive in with three friends on the ocean adventure of a lifetime. Join energetic Shorty, intelligent Indigo, and daring sawfish Jake on a colorful coral reef adventure. After a fishing trawler devastates their reef, the trio has no choice but to set out on a quest to find a new home. As they search the sea for a legendary reef, the friends encounter a variety of intriguing environments, from kelp forests to sunken wrecks—and even outer space! Their unforgettable journey brings them face-to-face with an octopus, dolphins, anglerfish, and other exotic creatures. Throughout their adventure, they must avoid hungry sharks, hazardous pollution, and other dangers, as they seek a reef that may be a myth. Legend of the Enchanted Reef is filled with humor and imagination that the whole family will enjoy. The film combines entertainment and education with an important message about the impact of ocean pollution. Recommende… Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Saturday, August 17, 2024, 7:00 PM – 7:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Queen: From Mercury With Love

Queen: From Mercury with Love Showing July 11 - August 24, 2024 | Fri/Sat/Sun at 8 p.m.  Experience The Queen Light Show: “From Mercury With Love” in a unique Planetarium setting like no other! Back on the Longway Planetarium schedule by popular demand, this original light show features ten of Queen’s greatest hits, including Bohemian Rhapsody, Another One Bites the Dust, and You’re My Best Friend, all set to amazing visuals and a 7.1 surround sound system! This crowd-pleasing show allows audiences to experience the magic of Queen’s iconic music in an immersive full-dome environment with Digistar 7 technology and two Christie Boxer projectors boasting 4k resolution across the entire 16-meter dome with system brightness of 60,000 lumens. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the scheduled show time. Event Type: Music. Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Saturday, August 17, 2024, 8:00 PM – 8:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Accidental Astronauts

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503 Follow the adventures of Sy, Annie, and their dog Armstrong as they embark on an unexpected journey into space! Explore the Earth, Sun and Moon system with a wise-cracking starship computer. Follow an asteroid as it crashes into the Moon and bounce along the lunar surface. Get up close and personal with a solar storm, and gain a new appreciation of our home planet. Recommended for ages 3-8. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Sunday, August 18, 2024, 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

STARS | The Powerhouses of the Universe

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. New stars are created every day, born of vast clouds of gas and dust. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the Universe. Journey to the farthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of STARS. Narrated by Mark Hamill. Great for adults and kids ages 5 and older. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Sunday, August 18, 2024, 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Cosmic Colors | New Full Dome Feature

New! Cosmic Colors | Full Dome Feature Showing June 8 - August 25, 2024 | Tues - Sun at 2 p.m. Longway Planetarium  Discover the many reasons for color—like why the sky is blue, and Mars is red. Take a tour within a plant leaf and journey inside the human eye. Investigate x-rays by voyaging to a monstrous black hole and then back to your doctor's office. You will even see the actual color of a dinosaur—based on recent evidence. Get ready for an amazing adventure under a rainbow of cosmic light. Recommended for ages 7+. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Kids. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Sunday, August 18, 2024, 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Skies Over Michigan

Skies Over Michigan  Showing Daily Tues - Sunday | 3 p.m. Longway Planetarium’s astronomy experts take you on a tour of the night sky over Michigan in this live planetarium lecture. Learn about the rotation of the Earth, how to find the North Star, and which constellations and planets are visible in your backyard tonight. Stargazers can come back to this show again and again to find out about recent astronomical events and for seasonal updates on what's visible in the night sky over Michigan.  Don't forget to grab a sky guide in the lobby! Recommended for ages 10 and older. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Science. Lecture. Family. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Sunday, August 18, 2024, 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Legend of the Enchanted Reef

New! Legend of the Enchanted Reef Showing Tues - Sun at 4 p.m. | Thurs - Sat at 7 p.m. Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint MI 48503 Dive in with three friends on the ocean adventure of a lifetime. Join energetic Shorty, intelligent Indigo, and daring sawfish Jake on a colorful coral reef adventure. After a fishing trawler devastates their reef, the trio has no choice but to set out on a quest to find a new home. As they search the sea for a legendary reef, the friends encounter a variety of intriguing environments, from kelp forests to sunken wrecks—and even outer space! Their unforgettable journey brings them face-to-face with an octopus, dolphins, anglerfish, and other exotic creatures. Throughout their adventure, they must avoid hungry sharks, hazardous pollution, and other dangers, as they seek a reef that may be a myth. Legend of the Enchanted Reef is filled with humor and imagination that the whole family will enjoy. The film combines entertainment and education with an important message a… Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Sunday, August 18, 2024, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Accidental Astronauts

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503 Follow the adventures of Sy, Annie, and their dog Armstrong as they embark on an unexpected journey into space! Explore the Earth, Sun and Moon system with a wise-cracking starship computer. Follow an asteroid as it crashes into the Moon and bounce along the lunar surface. Get up close and personal with a solar storm, and gain a new appreciation of our home planet. Recommended for ages 3-8. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Tuesday, August 20, 2024, 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

STARS | The Powerhouses of the Universe

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. New stars are created every day, born of vast clouds of gas and dust. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the Universe. Journey to the farthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of STARS. Narrated by Mark Hamill. Great for adults and kids ages 5 and older. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Tuesday, August 20, 2024, 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Cosmic Colors | New Full Dome Feature

New! Cosmic Colors | Full Dome Feature Showing June 8 - August 25, 2024 | Tues - Sun at 2 p.m. Longway Planetarium  Discover the many reasons for color—like why the sky is blue, and Mars is red. Take a tour within a plant leaf and journey inside the human eye. Investigate x-rays by voyaging to a monstrous black hole and then back to your doctor's office. You will even see the actual color of a dinosaur—based on recent evidence. Get ready for an amazing adventure under a rainbow of cosmic light. Recommended for ages 7+. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Kids. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Tuesday, August 20, 2024, 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Skies Over Michigan

Skies Over Michigan  Showing Daily Tues - Sunday | 3 p.m. Longway Planetarium’s astronomy experts take you on a tour of the night sky over Michigan in this live planetarium lecture. Learn about the rotation of the Earth, how to find the North Star, and which constellations and planets are visible in your backyard tonight. Stargazers can come back to this show again and again to find out about recent astronomical events and for seasonal updates on what's visible in the night sky over Michigan.  Don't forget to grab a sky guide in the lobby! Recommended for ages 10 and older. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Science. Lecture. Family. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Tuesday, August 20, 2024, 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Legend of the Enchanted Reef

New! Legend of the Enchanted Reef Showing Tues - Sun at 4 p.m. | Thurs - Sat at 7 p.m. Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint MI 48503 Dive in with three friends on the ocean adventure of a lifetime. Join energetic Shorty, intelligent Indigo, and daring sawfish Jake on a colorful coral reef adventure. After a fishing trawler devastates their reef, the trio has no choice but to set out on a quest to find a new home. As they search the sea for a legendary reef, the friends encounter a variety of intriguing environments, from kelp forests to sunken wrecks—and even outer space! Their unforgettable journey brings them face-to-face with an octopus, dolphins, anglerfish, and other exotic creatures. Throughout their adventure, they must avoid hungry sharks, hazardous pollution, and other dangers, as they seek a reef that may be a myth. Legend of the Enchanted Reef is filled with humor and imagination that the whole family will enjoy. The film combines entertainment and education with an important message a… Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Tuesday, August 20, 2024, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Accidental Astronauts

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503 Follow the adventures of Sy, Annie, and their dog Armstrong as they embark on an unexpected journey into space! Explore the Earth, Sun and Moon system with a wise-cracking starship computer. Follow an asteroid as it crashes into the Moon and bounce along the lunar surface. Get up close and personal with a solar storm, and gain a new appreciation of our home planet. Recommended for ages 3-8. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Wednesday, August 21, 2024, 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

STARS | The Powerhouses of the Universe

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. New stars are created every day, born of vast clouds of gas and dust. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the Universe. Journey to the farthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of STARS. Narrated by Mark Hamill. Great for adults and kids ages 5 and older. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Wednesday, August 21, 2024, 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Cosmic Colors | New Full Dome Feature

New! Cosmic Colors | Full Dome Feature Showing June 8 - August 25, 2024 | Tues - Sun at 2 p.m. Longway Planetarium  Discover the many reasons for color—like why the sky is blue, and Mars is red. Take a tour within a plant leaf and journey inside the human eye. Investigate x-rays by voyaging to a monstrous black hole and then back to your doctor's office. You will even see the actual color of a dinosaur—based on recent evidence. Get ready for an amazing adventure under a rainbow of cosmic light. Recommended for ages 7+. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Kids. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Wednesday, August 21, 2024, 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Skies Over Michigan

Skies Over Michigan  Showing Daily Tues - Sunday | 3 p.m. Longway Planetarium’s astronomy experts take you on a tour of the night sky over Michigan in this live planetarium lecture. Learn about the rotation of the Earth, how to find the North Star, and which constellations and planets are visible in your backyard tonight. Stargazers can come back to this show again and again to find out about recent astronomical events and for seasonal updates on what's visible in the night sky over Michigan.  Don't forget to grab a sky guide in the lobby! Recommended for ages 10 and older. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Science. Lecture. Family. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Wednesday, August 21, 2024, 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Legend of the Enchanted Reef

New! Legend of the Enchanted Reef Showing Tues - Sun at 4 p.m. | Thurs - Sat at 7 p.m. Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint MI 48503 Dive in with three friends on the ocean adventure of a lifetime. Join energetic Shorty, intelligent Indigo, and daring sawfish Jake on a colorful coral reef adventure. After a fishing trawler devastates their reef, the trio has no choice but to set out on a quest to find a new home. As they search the sea for a legendary reef, the friends encounter a variety of intriguing environments, from kelp forests to sunken wrecks—and even outer space! Their unforgettable journey brings them face-to-face with an octopus, dolphins, anglerfish, and other exotic creatures. Throughout their adventure, they must avoid hungry sharks, hazardous pollution, and other dangers, as they seek a reef that may be a myth. Legend of the Enchanted Reef is filled with humor and imagination that the whole family will enjoy. The film combines entertainment and education with an important message a… Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Wednesday, August 21, 2024, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Accidental Astronauts

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503 Follow the adventures of Sy, Annie, and their dog Armstrong as they embark on an unexpected journey into space! Explore the Earth, Sun and Moon system with a wise-cracking starship computer. Follow an asteroid as it crashes into the Moon and bounce along the lunar surface. Get up close and personal with a solar storm, and gain a new appreciation of our home planet. Recommended for ages 3-8. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Thursday, August 22, 2024, 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

STARS | The Powerhouses of the Universe

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. New stars are created every day, born of vast clouds of gas and dust. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the Universe. Journey to the farthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of STARS. Narrated by Mark Hamill. Great for adults and kids ages 5 and older. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Thursday, August 22, 2024, 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Cosmic Colors | New Full Dome Feature

New! Cosmic Colors | Full Dome Feature Showing June 8 - August 25, 2024 | Tues - Sun at 2 p.m. Longway Planetarium  Discover the many reasons for color—like why the sky is blue, and Mars is red. Take a tour within a plant leaf and journey inside the human eye. Investigate x-rays by voyaging to a monstrous black hole and then back to your doctor's office. You will even see the actual color of a dinosaur—based on recent evidence. Get ready for an amazing adventure under a rainbow of cosmic light. Recommended for ages 7+. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Kids. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Thursday, August 22, 2024, 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Skies Over Michigan

Skies Over Michigan  Showing Daily Tues - Sunday | 3 p.m. Longway Planetarium’s astronomy experts take you on a tour of the night sky over Michigan in this live planetarium lecture. Learn about the rotation of the Earth, how to find the North Star, and which constellations and planets are visible in your backyard tonight. Stargazers can come back to this show again and again to find out about recent astronomical events and for seasonal updates on what's visible in the night sky over Michigan.  Don't forget to grab a sky guide in the lobby! Recommended for ages 10 and older. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Science. Lecture. Family. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Thursday, August 22, 2024, 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Legend of the Enchanted Reef

New! Legend of the Enchanted Reef Showing Tues - Sun at 4 p.m. | Thurs - Sat at 7 p.m. Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint MI 48503 Dive in with three friends on the ocean adventure of a lifetime. Join energetic Shorty, intelligent Indigo, and daring sawfish Jake on a colorful coral reef adventure. After a fishing trawler devastates their reef, the trio has no choice but to set out on a quest to find a new home. As they search the sea for a legendary reef, the friends encounter a variety of intriguing environments, from kelp forests to sunken wrecks—and even outer space! Their unforgettable journey brings them face-to-face with an octopus, dolphins, anglerfish, and other exotic creatures. Throughout their adventure, they must avoid hungry sharks, hazardous pollution, and other dangers, as they seek a reef that may be a myth. Legend of the Enchanted Reef is filled with humor and imagination that the whole family will enjoy. The film combines entertainment and education with an important message a… Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Thursday, August 22, 2024, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Legend of the Enchanted Reef

New! Legend of the Enchanted Reef  Showing  June 11 - August 25, 2024 | Thurs, Fri & Sat at 7 p.m. Dive in with three friends on the ocean adventure of a lifetime. Join energetic Shorty, intelligent Indigo, and daring sawfish Jake on a colorful coral reef adventure. After a fishing trawler devastates their reef, the trio has no choice but to set out on a quest to find a new home. As they search the sea for a legendary reef, the friends encounter a variety of intriguing environments, from kelp forests to sunken wrecks—and even outer space! Their unforgettable journey brings them face-to-face with an octopus, dolphins, anglerfish, and other exotic creatures. Throughout their adventure, they must avoid hungry sharks, hazardous pollution, and other dangers, as they seek a reef that may be a myth. Legend of the Enchanted Reef is filled with humor and imagination that the whole family will enjoy. The film combines entertainment and education with an important message about the impact of ocean pollution. Recommende… Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Thursday, August 22, 2024, 7:00 PM – 7:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Queen: From Mercury With Love

Queen: From Mercury with Love Showing July 11 - August 24, 2024 | Fri/Sat/Sun at 8 p.m.  Experience The Queen Light Show: “From Mercury With Love” in a unique Planetarium setting like no other! Back on the Longway Planetarium schedule by popular demand, this original light show features ten of Queen’s greatest hits, including Bohemian Rhapsody, Another One Bites the Dust, and You’re My Best Friend, all set to amazing visuals and a 7.1 surround sound system! This crowd-pleasing show allows audiences to experience the magic of Queen’s iconic music in an immersive full-dome environment with Digistar 7 technology and two Christie Boxer projectors boasting 4k resolution across the entire 16-meter dome with system brightness of 60,000 lumens. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the scheduled show time. Event Type: Music. Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Thursday, August 22, 2024, 8:00 PM – 8:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Accidental Astronauts

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503 Follow the adventures of Sy, Annie, and their dog Armstrong as they embark on an unexpected journey into space! Explore the Earth, Sun and Moon system with a wise-cracking starship computer. Follow an asteroid as it crashes into the Moon and bounce along the lunar surface. Get up close and personal with a solar storm, and gain a new appreciation of our home planet. Recommended for ages 3-8. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Friday, August 23, 2024, 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

STARS | The Powerhouses of the Universe

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. New stars are created every day, born of vast clouds of gas and dust. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the Universe. Journey to the farthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of STARS. Narrated by Mark Hamill. Great for adults and kids ages 5 and older. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Friday, August 23, 2024, 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Cosmic Colors | New Full Dome Feature

New! Cosmic Colors | Full Dome Feature Showing June 8 - August 25, 2024 | Tues - Sun at 2 p.m. Longway Planetarium  Discover the many reasons for color—like why the sky is blue, and Mars is red. Take a tour within a plant leaf and journey inside the human eye. Investigate x-rays by voyaging to a monstrous black hole and then back to your doctor's office. You will even see the actual color of a dinosaur—based on recent evidence. Get ready for an amazing adventure under a rainbow of cosmic light. Recommended for ages 7+. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Kids. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Friday, August 23, 2024, 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Skies Over Michigan

Skies Over Michigan  Showing Daily Tues - Sunday | 3 p.m. Longway Planetarium’s astronomy experts take you on a tour of the night sky over Michigan in this live planetarium lecture. Learn about the rotation of the Earth, how to find the North Star, and which constellations and planets are visible in your backyard tonight. Stargazers can come back to this show again and again to find out about recent astronomical events and for seasonal updates on what's visible in the night sky over Michigan.  Don't forget to grab a sky guide in the lobby! Recommended for ages 10 and older. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Science. Lecture. Family. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Friday, August 23, 2024, 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Legend of the Enchanted Reef

New! Legend of the Enchanted Reef Showing Tues - Sun at 4 p.m. | Thurs - Sat at 7 p.m. Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint MI 48503 Dive in with three friends on the ocean adventure of a lifetime. Join energetic Shorty, intelligent Indigo, and daring sawfish Jake on a colorful coral reef adventure. After a fishing trawler devastates their reef, the trio has no choice but to set out on a quest to find a new home. As they search the sea for a legendary reef, the friends encounter a variety of intriguing environments, from kelp forests to sunken wrecks—and even outer space! Their unforgettable journey brings them face-to-face with an octopus, dolphins, anglerfish, and other exotic creatures. Throughout their adventure, they must avoid hungry sharks, hazardous pollution, and other dangers, as they seek a reef that may be a myth. Legend of the Enchanted Reef is filled with humor and imagination that the whole family will enjoy. The film combines entertainment and education with an important message a… Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Friday, August 23, 2024, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Legend of the Enchanted Reef

New! Legend of the Enchanted Reef  Showing  June 11 - August 25, 2024 | Thurs, Fri & Sat at 7 p.m. Dive in with three friends on the ocean adventure of a lifetime. Join energetic Shorty, intelligent Indigo, and daring sawfish Jake on a colorful coral reef adventure. After a fishing trawler devastates their reef, the trio has no choice but to set out on a quest to find a new home. As they search the sea for a legendary reef, the friends encounter a variety of intriguing environments, from kelp forests to sunken wrecks—and even outer space! Their unforgettable journey brings them face-to-face with an octopus, dolphins, anglerfish, and other exotic creatures. Throughout their adventure, they must avoid hungry sharks, hazardous pollution, and other dangers, as they seek a reef that may be a myth. Legend of the Enchanted Reef is filled with humor and imagination that the whole family will enjoy. The film combines entertainment and education with an important message about the impact of ocean pollution. Recommende… Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Friday, August 23, 2024, 7:00 PM – 7:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Queen: From Mercury With Love

Queen: From Mercury with Love Showing July 11 - August 24, 2024 | Fri/Sat/Sun at 8 p.m.  Experience The Queen Light Show: “From Mercury With Love” in a unique Planetarium setting like no other! Back on the Longway Planetarium schedule by popular demand, this original light show features ten of Queen’s greatest hits, including Bohemian Rhapsody, Another One Bites the Dust, and You’re My Best Friend, all set to amazing visuals and a 7.1 surround sound system! This crowd-pleasing show allows audiences to experience the magic of Queen’s iconic music in an immersive full-dome environment with Digistar 7 technology and two Christie Boxer projectors boasting 4k resolution across the entire 16-meter dome with system brightness of 60,000 lumens. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the scheduled show time. Event Type: Music. Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Friday, August 23, 2024, 8:00 PM – 8:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Accidental Astronauts

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503 Follow the adventures of Sy, Annie, and their dog Armstrong as they embark on an unexpected journey into space! Explore the Earth, Sun and Moon system with a wise-cracking starship computer. Follow an asteroid as it crashes into the Moon and bounce along the lunar surface. Get up close and personal with a solar storm, and gain a new appreciation of our home planet. Recommended for ages 3-8. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Saturday, August 24, 2024, 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

STARS | The Powerhouses of the Universe

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. New stars are created every day, born of vast clouds of gas and dust. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the Universe. Journey to the farthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of STARS. Narrated by Mark Hamill. Great for adults and kids ages 5 and older. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Saturday, August 24, 2024, 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Cosmic Colors | New Full Dome Feature

New! Cosmic Colors | Full Dome Feature Showing June 8 - August 25, 2024 | Tues - Sun at 2 p.m. Longway Planetarium  Discover the many reasons for color—like why the sky is blue, and Mars is red. Take a tour within a plant leaf and journey inside the human eye. Investigate x-rays by voyaging to a monstrous black hole and then back to your doctor's office. You will even see the actual color of a dinosaur—based on recent evidence. Get ready for an amazing adventure under a rainbow of cosmic light. Recommended for ages 7+. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Kids. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Saturday, August 24, 2024, 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Skies Over Michigan

Skies Over Michigan  Showing Daily Tues - Sunday | 3 p.m. Longway Planetarium’s astronomy experts take you on a tour of the night sky over Michigan in this live planetarium lecture. Learn about the rotation of the Earth, how to find the North Star, and which constellations and planets are visible in your backyard tonight. Stargazers can come back to this show again and again to find out about recent astronomical events and for seasonal updates on what's visible in the night sky over Michigan.  Don't forget to grab a sky guide in the lobby! Recommended for ages 10 and older. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Science. Lecture. Family. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Saturday, August 24, 2024, 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Legend of the Enchanted Reef

New! Legend of the Enchanted Reef Showing Tues - Sun at 4 p.m. | Thurs - Sat at 7 p.m. Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint MI 48503 Dive in with three friends on the ocean adventure of a lifetime. Join energetic Shorty, intelligent Indigo, and daring sawfish Jake on a colorful coral reef adventure. After a fishing trawler devastates their reef, the trio has no choice but to set out on a quest to find a new home. As they search the sea for a legendary reef, the friends encounter a variety of intriguing environments, from kelp forests to sunken wrecks—and even outer space! Their unforgettable journey brings them face-to-face with an octopus, dolphins, anglerfish, and other exotic creatures. Throughout their adventure, they must avoid hungry sharks, hazardous pollution, and other dangers, as they seek a reef that may be a myth. Legend of the Enchanted Reef is filled with humor and imagination that the whole family will enjoy. The film combines entertainment and education with an important message a… Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Saturday, August 24, 2024, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Legend of the Enchanted Reef

New! Legend of the Enchanted Reef  Showing  June 11 - August 25, 2024 | Thurs, Fri & Sat at 7 p.m. Dive in with three friends on the ocean adventure of a lifetime. Join energetic Shorty, intelligent Indigo, and daring sawfish Jake on a colorful coral reef adventure. After a fishing trawler devastates their reef, the trio has no choice but to set out on a quest to find a new home. As they search the sea for a legendary reef, the friends encounter a variety of intriguing environments, from kelp forests to sunken wrecks—and even outer space! Their unforgettable journey brings them face-to-face with an octopus, dolphins, anglerfish, and other exotic creatures. Throughout their adventure, they must avoid hungry sharks, hazardous pollution, and other dangers, as they seek a reef that may be a myth. Legend of the Enchanted Reef is filled with humor and imagination that the whole family will enjoy. The film combines entertainment and education with an important message about the impact of ocean pollution. Recommende… Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Saturday, August 24, 2024, 7:00 PM – 7:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Queen: From Mercury With Love

Queen: From Mercury with Love Showing July 11 - August 24, 2024 | Fri/Sat/Sun at 8 p.m.  Experience The Queen Light Show: “From Mercury With Love” in a unique Planetarium setting like no other! Back on the Longway Planetarium schedule by popular demand, this original light show features ten of Queen’s greatest hits, including Bohemian Rhapsody, Another One Bites the Dust, and You’re My Best Friend, all set to amazing visuals and a 7.1 surround sound system! This crowd-pleasing show allows audiences to experience the magic of Queen’s iconic music in an immersive full-dome environment with Digistar 7 technology and two Christie Boxer projectors boasting 4k resolution across the entire 16-meter dome with system brightness of 60,000 lumens. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the scheduled show time. Event Type: Music. Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Saturday, August 24, 2024, 8:00 PM – 8:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Accidental Astronauts

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503 Follow the adventures of Sy, Annie, and their dog Armstrong as they embark on an unexpected journey into space! Explore the Earth, Sun and Moon system with a wise-cracking starship computer. Follow an asteroid as it crashes into the Moon and bounce along the lunar surface. Get up close and personal with a solar storm, and gain a new appreciation of our home planet. Recommended for ages 3-8. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Sunday, August 25, 2024, 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

STARS | The Powerhouses of the Universe

Accidental Astronauts Showing July 9 - August 25, 2024 | Sat & Sun at Noon Every star has a story. Some are as old as time, faint and almost forgotten. Others burn bright and end their lives in powerful explosions. New stars are created every day, born of vast clouds of gas and dust. Through every phase of their existence, stars release the energy that powers the Universe. Journey to the farthest reaches of our galaxy and experience both the awesome beauty and destructive power of STARS. Narrated by Mark Hamill. Great for adults and kids ages 5 and older. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Sunday, August 25, 2024, 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Cosmic Colors | New Full Dome Feature

New! Cosmic Colors | Full Dome Feature Showing June 8 - August 25, 2024 | Tues - Sun at 2 p.m. Longway Planetarium  Discover the many reasons for color—like why the sky is blue, and Mars is red. Take a tour within a plant leaf and journey inside the human eye. Investigate x-rays by voyaging to a monstrous black hole and then back to your doctor's office. You will even see the actual color of a dinosaur—based on recent evidence. Get ready for an amazing adventure under a rainbow of cosmic light. Recommended for ages 7+. WATCH TRAILER Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Kids. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Sunday, August 25, 2024, 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Skies Over Michigan

Skies Over Michigan  Showing Daily Tues - Sunday | 3 p.m. Longway Planetarium’s astronomy experts take you on a tour of the night sky over Michigan in this live planetarium lecture. Learn about the rotation of the Earth, how to find the North Star, and which constellations and planets are visible in your backyard tonight. Stargazers can come back to this show again and again to find out about recent astronomical events and for seasonal updates on what's visible in the night sky over Michigan.  Don't forget to grab a sky guide in the lobby! Recommended for ages 10 and older. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Science. Lecture. Family. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Sunday, August 25, 2024, 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Legend of the Enchanted Reef

New! Legend of the Enchanted Reef Showing Tues - Sun at 4 p.m. | Thurs - Sat at 7 p.m. Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint MI 48503 Dive in with three friends on the ocean adventure of a lifetime. Join energetic Shorty, intelligent Indigo, and daring sawfish Jake on a colorful coral reef adventure. After a fishing trawler devastates their reef, the trio has no choice but to set out on a quest to find a new home. As they search the sea for a legendary reef, the friends encounter a variety of intriguing environments, from kelp forests to sunken wrecks—and even outer space! Their unforgettable journey brings them face-to-face with an octopus, dolphins, anglerfish, and other exotic creatures. Throughout their adventure, they must avoid hungry sharks, hazardous pollution, and other dangers, as they seek a reef that may be a myth. Legend of the Enchanted Reef is filled with humor and imagination that the whole family will enjoy. The film combines entertainment and education with an important message a… Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Sunday, August 25, 2024, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Skies Over Michigan

Skies Over Michigan  Showing Daily Tues - Sunday | 3 p.m. Longway Planetarium’s astronomy experts take you on a tour of the night sky over Michigan in this live planetarium lecture. Learn about the rotation of the Earth, how to find the North Star, and which constellations and planets are visible in your backyard tonight. Stargazers can come back to this show again and again to find out about recent astronomical events and for seasonal updates on what's visible in the night sky over Michigan.  Don't forget to grab a sky guide in the lobby! Recommended for ages 10 and older. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Science. Lecture. Family. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Tuesday, August 27, 2024, 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Skies Over Michigan

Skies Over Michigan  Showing Daily Tues - Sunday | 3 p.m. Longway Planetarium’s astronomy experts take you on a tour of the night sky over Michigan in this live planetarium lecture. Learn about the rotation of the Earth, how to find the North Star, and which constellations and planets are visible in your backyard tonight. Stargazers can come back to this show again and again to find out about recent astronomical events and for seasonal updates on what's visible in the night sky over Michigan.  Don't forget to grab a sky guide in the lobby! Recommended for ages 10 and older. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Science. Lecture. Family. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Wednesday, August 28, 2024, 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Skies Over Michigan

Skies Over Michigan  Showing Daily Tues - Sunday | 3 p.m. Longway Planetarium’s astronomy experts take you on a tour of the night sky over Michigan in this live planetarium lecture. Learn about the rotation of the Earth, how to find the North Star, and which constellations and planets are visible in your backyard tonight. Stargazers can come back to this show again and again to find out about recent astronomical events and for seasonal updates on what's visible in the night sky over Michigan.  Don't forget to grab a sky guide in the lobby! Recommended for ages 10 and older. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Science. Lecture. Family. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Thursday, August 29, 2024, 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Legend of the Enchanted Reef

New! Legend of the Enchanted Reef  Showing  June 11 - August 25, 2024 | Thurs, Fri & Sat at 7 p.m. Dive in with three friends on the ocean adventure of a lifetime. Join energetic Shorty, intelligent Indigo, and daring sawfish Jake on a colorful coral reef adventure. After a fishing trawler devastates their reef, the trio has no choice but to set out on a quest to find a new home. As they search the sea for a legendary reef, the friends encounter a variety of intriguing environments, from kelp forests to sunken wrecks—and even outer space! Their unforgettable journey brings them face-to-face with an octopus, dolphins, anglerfish, and other exotic creatures. Throughout their adventure, they must avoid hungry sharks, hazardous pollution, and other dangers, as they seek a reef that may be a myth. Legend of the Enchanted Reef is filled with humor and imagination that the whole family will enjoy. The film combines entertainment and education with an important message about the impact of ocean pollution. Recommende… Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Thursday, August 29, 2024, 7:00 PM – 7:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Skies Over Michigan

Skies Over Michigan  Showing Daily Tues - Sunday | 3 p.m. Longway Planetarium’s astronomy experts take you on a tour of the night sky over Michigan in this live planetarium lecture. Learn about the rotation of the Earth, how to find the North Star, and which constellations and planets are visible in your backyard tonight. Stargazers can come back to this show again and again to find out about recent astronomical events and for seasonal updates on what's visible in the night sky over Michigan.  Don't forget to grab a sky guide in the lobby! Recommended for ages 10 and older. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Science. Lecture. Family. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Friday, August 30, 2024, 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Legend of the Enchanted Reef

New! Legend of the Enchanted Reef  Showing  June 11 - August 25, 2024 | Thurs, Fri & Sat at 7 p.m. Dive in with three friends on the ocean adventure of a lifetime. Join energetic Shorty, intelligent Indigo, and daring sawfish Jake on a colorful coral reef adventure. After a fishing trawler devastates their reef, the trio has no choice but to set out on a quest to find a new home. As they search the sea for a legendary reef, the friends encounter a variety of intriguing environments, from kelp forests to sunken wrecks—and even outer space! Their unforgettable journey brings them face-to-face with an octopus, dolphins, anglerfish, and other exotic creatures. Throughout their adventure, they must avoid hungry sharks, hazardous pollution, and other dangers, as they seek a reef that may be a myth. Legend of the Enchanted Reef is filled with humor and imagination that the whole family will enjoy. The film combines entertainment and education with an important message about the impact of ocean pollution. Recommende… Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Friday, August 30, 2024, 7:00 PM – 7:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Skies Over Michigan

Skies Over Michigan  Showing Daily Tues - Sunday | 3 p.m. Longway Planetarium’s astronomy experts take you on a tour of the night sky over Michigan in this live planetarium lecture. Learn about the rotation of the Earth, how to find the North Star, and which constellations and planets are visible in your backyard tonight. Stargazers can come back to this show again and again to find out about recent astronomical events and for seasonal updates on what's visible in the night sky over Michigan.  Don't forget to grab a sky guide in the lobby! Recommended for ages 10 and older. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Science. Lecture. Family. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Saturday, August 31, 2024, 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Legend of the Enchanted Reef

New! Legend of the Enchanted Reef  Showing  June 11 - August 25, 2024 | Thurs, Fri & Sat at 7 p.m. Dive in with three friends on the ocean adventure of a lifetime. Join energetic Shorty, intelligent Indigo, and daring sawfish Jake on a colorful coral reef adventure. After a fishing trawler devastates their reef, the trio has no choice but to set out on a quest to find a new home. As they search the sea for a legendary reef, the friends encounter a variety of intriguing environments, from kelp forests to sunken wrecks—and even outer space! Their unforgettable journey brings them face-to-face with an octopus, dolphins, anglerfish, and other exotic creatures. Throughout their adventure, they must avoid hungry sharks, hazardous pollution, and other dangers, as they seek a reef that may be a myth. Legend of the Enchanted Reef is filled with humor and imagination that the whole family will enjoy. The film combines entertainment and education with an important message about the impact of ocean pollution. Recommende… Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Saturday, August 31, 2024, 7:00 PM – 7:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Skies Over Michigan

Skies Over Michigan  Showing Daily Tues - Sunday | 3 p.m. Longway Planetarium’s astronomy experts take you on a tour of the night sky over Michigan in this live planetarium lecture. Learn about the rotation of the Earth, how to find the North Star, and which constellations and planets are visible in your backyard tonight. Stargazers can come back to this show again and again to find out about recent astronomical events and for seasonal updates on what's visible in the night sky over Michigan.  Don't forget to grab a sky guide in the lobby! Recommended for ages 10 and older. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Science. Lecture. Family. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Sunday, September 1, 2024, 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Skies Over Michigan

Skies Over Michigan  Showing Daily Tues - Sunday | 3 p.m. Longway Planetarium’s astronomy experts take you on a tour of the night sky over Michigan in this live planetarium lecture. Learn about the rotation of the Earth, how to find the North Star, and which constellations and planets are visible in your backyard tonight. Stargazers can come back to this show again and again to find out about recent astronomical events and for seasonal updates on what's visible in the night sky over Michigan.  Don't forget to grab a sky guide in the lobby! Recommended for ages 10 and older. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Science. Lecture. Family. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Tuesday, September 3, 2024, 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Skies Over Michigan

Skies Over Michigan  Showing Daily Tues - Sunday | 3 p.m. Longway Planetarium’s astronomy experts take you on a tour of the night sky over Michigan in this live planetarium lecture. Learn about the rotation of the Earth, how to find the North Star, and which constellations and planets are visible in your backyard tonight. Stargazers can come back to this show again and again to find out about recent astronomical events and for seasonal updates on what's visible in the night sky over Michigan.  Don't forget to grab a sky guide in the lobby! Recommended for ages 10 and older. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Science. Lecture. Family. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Wednesday, September 4, 2024, 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Skies Over Michigan

Skies Over Michigan  Showing Daily Tues - Sunday | 3 p.m. Longway Planetarium’s astronomy experts take you on a tour of the night sky over Michigan in this live planetarium lecture. Learn about the rotation of the Earth, how to find the North Star, and which constellations and planets are visible in your backyard tonight. Stargazers can come back to this show again and again to find out about recent astronomical events and for seasonal updates on what's visible in the night sky over Michigan.  Don't forget to grab a sky guide in the lobby! Recommended for ages 10 and older. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Science. Lecture. Family. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Thursday, September 5, 2024, 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Legend of the Enchanted Reef

New! Legend of the Enchanted Reef  Showing  June 11 - August 25, 2024 | Thurs, Fri & Sat at 7 p.m. Dive in with three friends on the ocean adventure of a lifetime. Join energetic Shorty, intelligent Indigo, and daring sawfish Jake on a colorful coral reef adventure. After a fishing trawler devastates their reef, the trio has no choice but to set out on a quest to find a new home. As they search the sea for a legendary reef, the friends encounter a variety of intriguing environments, from kelp forests to sunken wrecks—and even outer space! Their unforgettable journey brings them face-to-face with an octopus, dolphins, anglerfish, and other exotic creatures. Throughout their adventure, they must avoid hungry sharks, hazardous pollution, and other dangers, as they seek a reef that may be a myth. Legend of the Enchanted Reef is filled with humor and imagination that the whole family will enjoy. The film combines entertainment and education with an important message about the impact of ocean pollution. Recommende… Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Thursday, September 5, 2024, 7:00 PM – 7:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Skies Over Michigan

Skies Over Michigan  Showing Daily Tues - Sunday | 3 p.m. Longway Planetarium’s astronomy experts take you on a tour of the night sky over Michigan in this live planetarium lecture. Learn about the rotation of the Earth, how to find the North Star, and which constellations and planets are visible in your backyard tonight. Stargazers can come back to this show again and again to find out about recent astronomical events and for seasonal updates on what's visible in the night sky over Michigan.  Don't forget to grab a sky guide in the lobby! Recommended for ages 10 and older. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Science. Lecture. Family. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Friday, September 6, 2024, 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

First Friday (live format)

Join us every first Friday of the month for talks on astronomy and local science topics. Check our website for the topic each month. Click the link below.  First Fridays at Longway Planetarium are funded in part by the Genesee County Arts Education and Cultural Enrichment Millage. Your tax dollars are at work. Event Type: Education. Planetarium Show. Science. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Friday, September 6, 2024, 6:00 PM – 6:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, Michigan 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

First Friday | Live Format

Join us every first Friday of the month for talks on astronomy and local science topics. Check our website for the topic each month. Click the link below. First Fridays at Longway Planetarium are funded in part by the Genesee County Arts Education and Cultural Enrichment Millage. Your tax dollars are at work. Event Type: Education. Planetarium Show. Science. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Friday, September 6, 2024, 6:00 PM – 6:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, Michigan 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Legend of the Enchanted Reef

New! Legend of the Enchanted Reef  Showing  June 11 - August 25, 2024 | Thurs, Fri & Sat at 7 p.m. Dive in with three friends on the ocean adventure of a lifetime. Join energetic Shorty, intelligent Indigo, and daring sawfish Jake on a colorful coral reef adventure. After a fishing trawler devastates their reef, the trio has no choice but to set out on a quest to find a new home. As they search the sea for a legendary reef, the friends encounter a variety of intriguing environments, from kelp forests to sunken wrecks—and even outer space! Their unforgettable journey brings them face-to-face with an octopus, dolphins, anglerfish, and other exotic creatures. Throughout their adventure, they must avoid hungry sharks, hazardous pollution, and other dangers, as they seek a reef that may be a myth. Legend of the Enchanted Reef is filled with humor and imagination that the whole family will enjoy. The film combines entertainment and education with an important message about the impact of ocean pollution. Recommende… Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Friday, September 6, 2024, 7:00 PM – 7:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Skies Over Michigan

Skies Over Michigan  Showing Daily Tues - Sunday | 3 p.m. Longway Planetarium’s astronomy experts take you on a tour of the night sky over Michigan in this live planetarium lecture. Learn about the rotation of the Earth, how to find the North Star, and which constellations and planets are visible in your backyard tonight. Stargazers can come back to this show again and again to find out about recent astronomical events and for seasonal updates on what's visible in the night sky over Michigan.  Don't forget to grab a sky guide in the lobby! Recommended for ages 10 and older. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Science. Lecture. Family. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Saturday, September 7, 2024, 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Legend of the Enchanted Reef

New! Legend of the Enchanted Reef  Showing  June 11 - August 25, 2024 | Thurs, Fri & Sat at 7 p.m. Dive in with three friends on the ocean adventure of a lifetime. Join energetic Shorty, intelligent Indigo, and daring sawfish Jake on a colorful coral reef adventure. After a fishing trawler devastates their reef, the trio has no choice but to set out on a quest to find a new home. As they search the sea for a legendary reef, the friends encounter a variety of intriguing environments, from kelp forests to sunken wrecks—and even outer space! Their unforgettable journey brings them face-to-face with an octopus, dolphins, anglerfish, and other exotic creatures. Throughout their adventure, they must avoid hungry sharks, hazardous pollution, and other dangers, as they seek a reef that may be a myth. Legend of the Enchanted Reef is filled with humor and imagination that the whole family will enjoy. The film combines entertainment and education with an important message about the impact of ocean pollution. Recommende… Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Saturday, September 7, 2024, 7:00 PM – 7:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Skies Over Michigan

Skies Over Michigan  Showing Daily Tues - Sunday | 3 p.m. Longway Planetarium’s astronomy experts take you on a tour of the night sky over Michigan in this live planetarium lecture. Learn about the rotation of the Earth, how to find the North Star, and which constellations and planets are visible in your backyard tonight. Stargazers can come back to this show again and again to find out about recent astronomical events and for seasonal updates on what's visible in the night sky over Michigan.  Don't forget to grab a sky guide in the lobby! Recommended for ages 10 and older. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Science. Lecture. Family. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Sunday, September 8, 2024, 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Skies Over Michigan

Skies Over Michigan  Showing Daily Tues - Sunday | 3 p.m. Longway Planetarium’s astronomy experts take you on a tour of the night sky over Michigan in this live planetarium lecture. Learn about the rotation of the Earth, how to find the North Star, and which constellations and planets are visible in your backyard tonight. Stargazers can come back to this show again and again to find out about recent astronomical events and for seasonal updates on what's visible in the night sky over Michigan.  Don't forget to grab a sky guide in the lobby! Recommended for ages 10 and older. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Science. Lecture. Family. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Tuesday, September 10, 2024, 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Skies Over Michigan

Skies Over Michigan  Showing Daily Tues - Sunday | 3 p.m. Longway Planetarium’s astronomy experts take you on a tour of the night sky over Michigan in this live planetarium lecture. Learn about the rotation of the Earth, how to find the North Star, and which constellations and planets are visible in your backyard tonight. Stargazers can come back to this show again and again to find out about recent astronomical events and for seasonal updates on what's visible in the night sky over Michigan.  Don't forget to grab a sky guide in the lobby! Recommended for ages 10 and older. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Science. Lecture. Family. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Wednesday, September 11, 2024, 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Skies Over Michigan

Skies Over Michigan  Showing Daily Tues - Sunday | 3 p.m. Longway Planetarium’s astronomy experts take you on a tour of the night sky over Michigan in this live planetarium lecture. Learn about the rotation of the Earth, how to find the North Star, and which constellations and planets are visible in your backyard tonight. Stargazers can come back to this show again and again to find out about recent astronomical events and for seasonal updates on what's visible in the night sky over Michigan.  Don't forget to grab a sky guide in the lobby! Recommended for ages 10 and older. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Science. Lecture. Family. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Thursday, September 12, 2024, 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Legend of the Enchanted Reef

New! Legend of the Enchanted Reef  Showing  June 11 - August 25, 2024 | Thurs, Fri & Sat at 7 p.m. Dive in with three friends on the ocean adventure of a lifetime. Join energetic Shorty, intelligent Indigo, and daring sawfish Jake on a colorful coral reef adventure. After a fishing trawler devastates their reef, the trio has no choice but to set out on a quest to find a new home. As they search the sea for a legendary reef, the friends encounter a variety of intriguing environments, from kelp forests to sunken wrecks—and even outer space! Their unforgettable journey brings them face-to-face with an octopus, dolphins, anglerfish, and other exotic creatures. Throughout their adventure, they must avoid hungry sharks, hazardous pollution, and other dangers, as they seek a reef that may be a myth. Legend of the Enchanted Reef is filled with humor and imagination that the whole family will enjoy. The film combines entertainment and education with an important message about the impact of ocean pollution. Recommende… Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Thursday, September 12, 2024, 7:00 PM – 7:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Skies Over Michigan

Skies Over Michigan  Showing Daily Tues - Sunday | 3 p.m. Longway Planetarium’s astronomy experts take you on a tour of the night sky over Michigan in this live planetarium lecture. Learn about the rotation of the Earth, how to find the North Star, and which constellations and planets are visible in your backyard tonight. Stargazers can come back to this show again and again to find out about recent astronomical events and for seasonal updates on what's visible in the night sky over Michigan.  Don't forget to grab a sky guide in the lobby! Recommended for ages 10 and older. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Science. Lecture. Family. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Friday, September 13, 2024, 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Second Friday | History of the Universe Series

Learn about the formation of the Universe, including the concepts of the big bang theory, inflation theory, and recombination in the very first lecture of this 12-part series. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Friday, September 13, 2024, 6:00 PM – 6:45 PM. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Legend of the Enchanted Reef

New! Legend of the Enchanted Reef  Showing  June 11 - August 25, 2024 | Thurs, Fri & Sat at 7 p.m. Dive in with three friends on the ocean adventure of a lifetime. Join energetic Shorty, intelligent Indigo, and daring sawfish Jake on a colorful coral reef adventure. After a fishing trawler devastates their reef, the trio has no choice but to set out on a quest to find a new home. As they search the sea for a legendary reef, the friends encounter a variety of intriguing environments, from kelp forests to sunken wrecks—and even outer space! Their unforgettable journey brings them face-to-face with an octopus, dolphins, anglerfish, and other exotic creatures. Throughout their adventure, they must avoid hungry sharks, hazardous pollution, and other dangers, as they seek a reef that may be a myth. Legend of the Enchanted Reef is filled with humor and imagination that the whole family will enjoy. The film combines entertainment and education with an important message about the impact of ocean pollution. Recommende… Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Friday, September 13, 2024, 7:00 PM – 7:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Sensory-Friendly Feature | In My Backyard

Sensory Friendly Feature: In My Backyard Saturday, August 10, 2024 | 11 a.m. (Doors open at 10:30 a.m.) Longway Planetarium | 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503 Join children’s entertainer Fred Penner from TV’s Nickelodeon as he explores things large and small, from the colors of the rainbow, to the reasons for the seasons. Through the use of entertaining songs and immersive environments, children are encouraged to participate while learning about the planets, constellations, meteors, the moon, and more. Geared towards the youngest stargazers and scientists, In My Backyard is sure to instill a sense of wonder and exploration while encouraging children to explore their own backyards. Recommended for ages 4-7. WATCH TRAILER During sensory-friendly shows, we turn the lights up and turn the sound down to provide a safe, welcoming environment for our friends with special needs. Sensory-friendly shows will now feature open captioning for the hearing-impaired community. Be yourself and find the best spot in the… Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Saturday, September 14, 2024, 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Skies Over Michigan

Skies Over Michigan  Showing Daily Tues - Sunday | 3 p.m. Longway Planetarium’s astronomy experts take you on a tour of the night sky over Michigan in this live planetarium lecture. Learn about the rotation of the Earth, how to find the North Star, and which constellations and planets are visible in your backyard tonight. Stargazers can come back to this show again and again to find out about recent astronomical events and for seasonal updates on what's visible in the night sky over Michigan.  Don't forget to grab a sky guide in the lobby! Recommended for ages 10 and older. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Science. Lecture. Family. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Saturday, September 14, 2024, 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Legend of the Enchanted Reef

New! Legend of the Enchanted Reef  Showing  June 11 - August 25, 2024 | Thurs, Fri & Sat at 7 p.m. Dive in with three friends on the ocean adventure of a lifetime. Join energetic Shorty, intelligent Indigo, and daring sawfish Jake on a colorful coral reef adventure. After a fishing trawler devastates their reef, the trio has no choice but to set out on a quest to find a new home. As they search the sea for a legendary reef, the friends encounter a variety of intriguing environments, from kelp forests to sunken wrecks—and even outer space! Their unforgettable journey brings them face-to-face with an octopus, dolphins, anglerfish, and other exotic creatures. Throughout their adventure, they must avoid hungry sharks, hazardous pollution, and other dangers, as they seek a reef that may be a myth. Legend of the Enchanted Reef is filled with humor and imagination that the whole family will enjoy. The film combines entertainment and education with an important message about the impact of ocean pollution. Recommende… Event Type: Planetarium Show. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Saturday, September 14, 2024, 7:00 PM – 7:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48503. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Skies Over Michigan

Skies Over Michigan  Showing Daily Tues - Sunday | 3 p.m. Longway Planetarium’s astronomy experts take you on a tour of the night sky over Michigan in this live planetarium lecture. Learn about the rotation of the Earth, how to find the North Star, and which constellations and planets are visible in your backyard tonight. Stargazers can come back to this show again and again to find out about recent astronomical events and for seasonal updates on what's visible in the night sky over Michigan.  Don't forget to grab a sky guide in the lobby! Recommended for ages 10 and older. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Science. Lecture. Family. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Sunday, September 15, 2024, 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Skies Over Michigan

Skies Over Michigan  Showing Daily Tues - Sunday | 3 p.m. Longway Planetarium’s astronomy experts take you on a tour of the night sky over Michigan in this live planetarium lecture. Learn about the rotation of the Earth, how to find the North Star, and which constellations and planets are visible in your backyard tonight. Stargazers can come back to this show again and again to find out about recent astronomical events and for seasonal updates on what's visible in the night sky over Michigan.  Don't forget to grab a sky guide in the lobby! Recommended for ages 10 and older. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Science. Lecture. Family. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Tuesday, September 17, 2024, 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Skies Over Michigan

Skies Over Michigan  Showing Daily Tues - Sunday | 3 p.m. Longway Planetarium’s astronomy experts take you on a tour of the night sky over Michigan in this live planetarium lecture. Learn about the rotation of the Earth, how to find the North Star, and which constellations and planets are visible in your backyard tonight. Stargazers can come back to this show again and again to find out about recent astronomical events and for seasonal updates on what's visible in the night sky over Michigan.  Don't forget to grab a sky guide in the lobby! Recommended for ages 10 and older. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Science. Lecture. Family. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Wednesday, September 18, 2024, 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.

Skies Over Michigan

Skies Over Michigan  Showing Daily Tues - Sunday | 3 p.m. Longway Planetarium’s astronomy experts take you on a tour of the night sky over Michigan in this live planetarium lecture. Learn about the rotation of the Earth, how to find the North Star, and which constellations and planets are visible in your backyard tonight. Stargazers can come back to this show again and again to find out about recent astronomical events and for seasonal updates on what's visible in the night sky over Michigan.  Don't forget to grab a sky guide in the lobby! Recommended for ages 10 and older. Once a show has started, there will be no late seating. Please arrive before the show begins. Event Type: Planetarium Show. Science. Lecture. Family. Institute: Longway Planetarium. Thursday, September 19, 2024, 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM. Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St. Flint, MI. For more info visit 67766.blackbaudhosting.com.