Star Party and Laser Fright Light Show – FREE

Star Party and Laser Fright Light Show – FREE

Get ready for a magical night of Halloween fun and cosmic wonder at our first-ever Star Party with the Astronomical Society of Long Island (ASLI). This FREE event is perfect for all ages — come in costume, bring your curiosity, and get ready to be amazed!

Visitors will have the opportunity to look through telescopes at the Moon, Saturn, and other celestial wonders in the night sky.

There will be crafts for kids! Including a Halloween or space-themed paper lantern or a glowing spooky nebula!

Do you have the courage to sit through the most terrifying laser experience ever? Songs include “Monster Mash” by Boris Pickett, “Close Encounters of the Third Kind” by John Williams, “Attack of the Radioactive Hamsters” by Weird Al Yankovic, “Frankenstein” by Edgar Winters Group, “Iron Man” by Black Sabbath, and more!

Whether you’re a stargazer, a Halloween lover, or just looking for a unique night out, this is one event you won’t want to miss!

Wednesday, October 29, 2025
6:00PM – 10:00PM
8:00PM – Laser Fright Light show for $10
The museum gift shop will also be open in the planetarium from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm.

Vanderbilt Museum and Planetarium
180 Little Neck Road
Centerport, NY

In Case of Clouds or Rain: No stars? No problem! Crafts will move indoors to the planetarium at 7:00 pm, and our “Fright Lights” Laser Show will light up the dome at 8:00 pm—rain or shine.