Red, White, & Boom

• Parking lot opens at 6:15 pm (tickets are required for entry, but parking is FREE!)
• Fort Negley Blvd. will be closed to through traffic
• Event access is exclusive to ticket holders

• After-hours access to air-conditioned exhibits
• Themed hands-on activities (think: shiny, sparkly science)
• Live Science demonstrations (times coming soon)
• Magic shows (times coming soon)

The science center will close at 9:00 pm, at which point all guests will transition to the upper parking lot for fireworks viewing. Restroom access will remain available until 10:00 pm.

Upgrade your night with a full-dome experience in the Sudekum Planetarium:

Nightwatch — $9
6:50 pm | ~35 minutes
Arrive at planetarium doors by 6:45 pm

Pop 'Til You Drop (Laser Show) — $11
7:35 pm | ~37 minutes
Arrive at planetarium doors by 7:30 pm

David Bowie (Laser Show) — $11
8:30 pm | ~45 minutes
Arrive at planetarium doors by 8:25 pm

Please note: advance tickets are only available through combo ticket purchase below. Additional show tickets may be available onsite while supplies last.

Starting at 9:00 pm, guests will transition outdoors for fireworks viewing. Restroom access will remain available until 10:00 pm. 

• Fireworks begin around 9:30 pm and end around 10:00 pm
• DJ live broadcast of fireworks music 
• Outdoor games: cornhole, giant checkers, Connect Four, bubbles

• Due to nearby construction, some views may be partially obstructed. Guests will still enjoy a visible fireworks experience in a more relaxed, family-friendly environment away from downtown crowds.
  
  Please note: Standard-height lawn chairs are only allowed on the pavement. The grass area is reserved for blankets and ground-level chairs.

• Local food trucks available ($)
• Or bring your own picnic (BYOP encouraged)