Adventure Science Center

Laser Queen
2022-02-05 18:15 - 19:00 (America/Chicago)

The Little Star That Could
2022-02-05 10:30 - 11:30 UTC
SOMETIMES, BEING AVERAGE CAN ALSO BE SPECIAL!26 minutesRecommended for ages 3–7 Captions are available for The Little Star That Could—ask a team member as you enter the planetarium. Learn about accessibility at ASC. The Little Star That Could is part of our Early Explorers pre-K lineup!

Laser Zeppelin
2022-02-04 18:15 - 19:15 (America/Chicago)

Polaris
2022-02-03 14:15 - 15:00 (America/Chicago), 2022-01-01 12:45 - 13:30 (America/Chicago), 2021-12-31 11:15 - 12:00 UTC, 2021-12-30 11:15 - 12:00 UTC, 2021-12-29 11:15 - 12:00 UTC, 2021-12-28 11:15 - 12:00 UTC
THE SPACE SUBMARINE AND THE MYSTERY OF THE POLAR NIGHTJames and Vladimir become friends, talk about their respective regions and observe the stars together, wondering why the night is so long at the poles of the Earth. Novice astronomers, they are trying to solve this mystery by reasoning and observation. Thanks to the rigor of James and the inventive genius of Vladimir, their scientific adventure leads them to build an observatory and then an improvised spaceship. During a trip around the Earth, extended to Mars and Saturn, they get their answer and discover that the planets have similarities but also differences. 29 minutesRecommended for ages 4–12 Polaris is part of our Early Explorers pre-K lineup!

Explore
2022-02-03 12:45 - 13:10 (America/Chicago)

One World, One Sky
2022-01-15 10:30 - 11:00 UTC
27 minutesRecommended for ages 2–7 Captions are available for One World, One Sky—ask a team member as you enter the planetarium. Learn about accessibility at ASC. One World, One Sky is part of our Early Explorers pre-K lineup!

Laser Prince
2022-01-07 18:15 - 19:00 (America/Chicago)
Experience the music of Prince in stunning lasers under the dome!Hop in your Little Red Corvette and join the Housequake at the Sudekum Planetarium! We'll party like it's 1999 and get Delirious with laser lights and the music of Prince! Don't wait, Purple Rain or shine, the show will go on.CreamHousequake1999KissPartymanLittle Red CorvetteWhen Doves CryDeliriousPurple RainHot SummerLet’s Go CrazyTrack selections are subject to change.This show contains some explicit lyrics. Recommended for ages 16 and up.This program contains flashing lights that may affect guests who are susceptible to photosensitive epilepsy or other photosensitivities.

Foo Fighters: The Colours and the Lasers
2022-01-01 18:15 - 19:00 (America/Chicago)

Natural Selection
2022-01-01 14:15 - 14:56 (America/Chicago) | Adventure Science Center, Nashville

Polaris
2022-01-01 12:45 - 13:30 (America/Chicago)
THE SPACE SUBMARINE AND THE MYSTERY OF THE POLAR NIGHTJames and Vladimir become friends, talk about their respective regions and observe the stars together, wondering why the night is so long at the poles of the Earth. Novice astronomers, they are trying to solve this mystery by reasoning and observation. Thanks to the rigor of James and the inventive genius of Vladimir, their scientific adventure leads them to build an observatory and then an improvised spaceship. During a trip around the Earth, extended to Mars and Saturn, they get their answer and discover that the planets have similarities but also differences. Captions are available for Polaris—ask a team member as you enter the planetarium. Learn about accessibility at ASC. 29 minutesRecommended for ages 4–12

Nightwatch
2022-01-01 11:15 - 12:00 (America/Chicago)
WHAT CAN YOU SEE IN THE SKY ON THE NEXT CLEAR NIGHT?Nightwatch is a live program where one of our awesome planetarium educators shows you how to locate and identify naked-eye constellations, bright stars, planets and any other interesting sky objects visible on the day of your visit. 30 minutesRecommended for ages 6 and up

Laser Holidays
2021-12-31 17:15 - 18:00 (America/Chicago)
Classic and modern holiday favorites set to fantastic lasers!
Take holiday lights to an epic new level with a festive laser show that unites modern and classic hits with stunning laser lights. It's electrifying for all ages.

Skating – Vince Guaraldi Trio
Little St. Nick – The Beach Boys
Let It Snow – Dean Martin
Tennessee Christmas – Amy Grant
You’re A Mean One Mr. Grinch – Thurl Ravenscoft
Winter Wonderland - Michael Bublé
Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree – Brenda Lee
Carol of the Bells - Josh Wilson
Christmas All Over Again – Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers
Christmas On The Square – Dolly Parton
All I want For Christmas Is You – Mariah Carey
New Year's Eve Polka (5-4-3-2-1) - Jimmy Fallon with "Weird" Al Yankovic and The Roots
Wizards In Winter – Trans Siberian Orchestra

Track selections are subject to change.
37 minutesRecommended ages 6 and upCategories: laser show, great for kids, available for private events
This program contains flashing lights that may affect guests who are susceptible to photosensitive epilepsy or other photo-sensitivities.

Nightwatch
2021-12-31 15:45 - 16:30, 2021-12-31 12:45 - 13:30, 2021-12-30 12:30 - 13:15, 2021-12-29 12:30 - 13:15, 2021-12-28 12:30 - 13:15, 2021-12-27 12:30 - 13:15 (America/Chicago)
25 minutes
Recommended ages 9 and up
Categories: fulldome, astronomy, available for private events

Captions are available for Explore—ask a team member as you enter the planetarium. Learn about accessibility at ASC.

Space Explorers ISS Experience Adapt
2021-12-31 14:15 - 15:00, 2021-12-30 13:30 - 14:15, 2021-12-29 13:30 - 14:15, 2021-12-28 13:30 - 14:15, 2021-12-27 13:30 - 14:15 (America/Chicago)
About Space Explorers: The ISS Experience: The largest production ever filmed in space, Space Explorers: The ISS Experience is an epic immersive film that invites you to join eight astronauts on life-changing missions aboard the International Space Station. Shot over two years using specialized 3D 360-degree cameras, and with exclusive access to the crew, the film offers an intimate take on the joy, wonder and dangers of life in orbit. Discover the crew’s unique challenges as they adapt to microgravity, perform critical science experiments and operations, and respond to potential catastrophic emergencies. Get access to their full experience through moments of camaraderie, shared meals, and personal video logs. Looking back at Earth, share the astronauts' incredible responsibility to foster hope for humans, our planet and life itself.

Happy Noon Year (SOLD OUT)
2021-12-31 10:00 - 15:00 UTC
Event Notice:Advance ticket purchase is now required for this event. We have been watching the Davidson County COVID-19 Dashboard via ASafeNashville.org and are aware of the rise in active COVID-19 cases. As a result, we have decided to reduce the capacity of our Happy Noon Year event this Friday, December 31st from 10 am to 1 pm and will require advanced ticket purchase. Walk-up ticket purchases for the event will not be permitted in order to help us safely maintain the capacity that best allows for proper social distancing. We are also strongly encouraging all visitors and staff to mask, regardless of vaccination status. If you or your children are not able to receive the vaccine/booster or comfortably wear an appropriate face covering, we ask that you not visit the science center at this time. Getting tested for COVID-19 before visiting friends and/or family or public places is another effective measure to help slow the spread. We are dedicated to providing a fun and safe experience and appreciate your cooperation and understanding. Here’s to hoping for a better new year! We made it to 2022!Our annual, sell-out New Year's celebration is just around the corner. Can you believe it? Join us for a morning of games, activities, experiments, and more all leading up to our New Year's Eve "ball drop" at 12:00 pm (noon). Festivities will begin at 10:00 am and end at 1:00 pm, but the science center will remain open until 6:00 pm. It's a kid-friendly party that gets everyone to bed on time. What to Expect: Floor ActivitiesFeelin 22 - 2022 is sure to be the year of Taylor. It feels like the perfect night to make some Red-era inspired wearable art to celebrate 2022!Winter Olympics - The 2022 Winter Olympics will kick off in Beijing on February 4th. Get ready for the games with an Olympic-style engineering challenge. Year of The Tiger - 2022 will be the Year of the Tiger! Learn more about the Chinese Zodiac in Innovation Incubator and make a headpiece inspired by the animal of the year.Aquaculture - The United Nations has declared 2022 the Year of Aquaculture, aka Aquafarming. Stop by and find out what that means, and investigate some aquatic science!Pop Some Bubbly - A chemistry-inspired celebration of all things bubbly, fizzy, and sparkling! Live Science Shows @ 10:30 & 11:30Farewell 2021! Let’s send off 2021 in style with exciting fire and explosion-filled science! Find out what gives fireworks their bright colors and countdown together as we head into 2022!This is a sell-out event. Event tickets are required for all guests and members. Purchase your tickets today to guarantee your spot at the party.
