Ever wonder what it would be like to fly to Mars? NASA – and others – have their sights set on the Red Planet and they’re building the technology to get us there! Destination Mars: The New Frontier gives you an up-close look at humanity’s most epic endeavor.

Explore the work being done around the globe to help make the dream of getting humans to Mars a reality. Fly through the International Space Station, where astronauts are already living and working in space, and follow the rockets and vehicles that will take humans beyond the Moon and, one day, all the way to Mars! Travel along as we imagine this remarkable journey.

Mesmerica 360 is a fully immersive music and art cinematic projection show. This experience blends the atmospheric music of James Hood with visually stunning graphics and imagery. Mesmerica is presented in the planetarium on select Friday evenings. For more information, a schedule, and ticket purchases, go to: tickets.mesmerica.com/albuquerque.

To book a private group showing, please contact sales@mesmerica.com. Once a price quote is sent from Mesmerica, a museum representative will contact you to verify the date and time, and schedule any other activities at the museum.

Mesmerica is a separate organization from the museum, so tickets can only be purchased through their website or in person on the night of the shows, based on availability. Inquiries should be sent to boxoffice@jameshood.com.

This show explores the relationship between the Earth, Moon and Sun with the help of Coyote, an amusing character adapted from Native American oral traditions who has many misconceptions about our home planet and its most familiar neighbors.

His confusion about the universe makes viewers think about how the Earth, Moon and Sun work together as a system. Native American stories are used throughout the show to help distinguish between myths and science.

Come to this program with any questions you may have about astronomy.  During this live, interactive show, audience members are asked what they are interested in learning about the sky and that influences what is discussed.  The presenters will do their best to not only answer your questions but illustrate with available visuals on the dome.

Explore the never-ending world of fractals in this award-winning and inspiring planetarium program. The shows take audiences on a journey through the infinitely complex patterns known as fractals. This live, narrated show explores the fractal patterns in nature as well showing how math can become incredibly beautiful. The abstract landscapes that emerge from simple equations inspire fascination and wonder as they bring us face to face with the infinite.

Shows frequently sell out.  Purchase tickets in advance from the Fractal Foundation

How did life on Earth begin? Take a high-speed tour of key events since the Big Bang that set the stage for life. Starting with the first stars and ending with the tremendous biological diversity on Earth today, Life: A Cosmic Story shows how the human pedigree is actually 13.7 billion years in the making. Narrated by Oscar-winning actress Jodie Foster.