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Experience the Thrill: Musical Hits and Laser Light Shows

AARP

Published April 13, 2026

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AARP Long Island is thrilled to sponsor and connect with AARP members and guests at the Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum and Reichert Planetarium in Centerport with Music Laser Light shows! Music lovers can enjoy these immersive visual shows that are projected overhead on a 60-foot dome.

Find our AARP volunteers and staff at opening night performances! Come by the AARP table in the lobby before, during, or after each show and meet us to learn more about what AARP is doing in the local community. Learn about the AARP local resources, contests, giveaways and much more!

Want FREE tickets for opening night laser light shows this year? Please register now. Space is limited. Please note, free tickets are valid for opening night show only.

All shows are located at the Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum and Planetarium at 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport, NY 11721.

Details:

1. Laser U2 FRIDAYS
When: Opening Night May 8, 2026 — 9:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. ET
About: Experience an electrifying laser show set to U2’s greatest hits, from classics like Where the Streets Have No Name and Sunday Bloody Sunday to modern favorites like Beautiful Day.
Registration: https://events.aarp.org/U2May8

2. Laser Bowie SATURDAYS
When: Opening Night May 9, 2026 — 9:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. ET
About: Celebrate David Bowie with a dazzling laser show featuring iconic hits like Starman, Let’s Dance, and Life on Mars.
Registration: https://events.aarp.org/BowieMay9

3. Laser Bruno Mars FRIDAYS
When: Opening Night June 19, 2026 — 9:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. ET
About: Feel the energy of Bruno Mars in a vibrant laser show featuring hits like 24K Magic, Treasure, and more.
Registration: https://events.aarp.org/MarsJun19

Laser Depeche Mode SATURDAYS
When: Opening Night June 20, 2026 — 9:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. ET
About: Experience a stunning laser tribute to Depeche Mode, featuring dark synth hits like Enjoy the Silence and Strangelove.
Registration: https://events.aarp.org/ModeJun20

5. Laser Grateful Dead FRIDAYS
When: Opening Night July 31, 2026 — 9:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. ET
About: Take a psychedelic journey with Grateful Dead, featuring a mesmerizing laser show set to classics like Truckin’ and Sugar Magnolia.
Registration: https://events.aarp.org/DeadJul31

6. Laser Michael Jackson SATURDAYS
When: Opening Night August 1, 2026 — 9:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. ET
About: Celebrate the King of Pop, Michael Jackson, with an energetic laser show featuring hits like Don’t Stop ’Til You Get Enough and The Way You Make Me Feel.
Registration: https://events.aarp.org/MichaelAug1

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7. Laser Prince FRIDAYS
When: Opening Night September 11, 2026 — 9:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. ET
About: Celebrate Prince with a vibrant laser show featuring iconic hits like Purple Rain and Let’s Go Crazy.
Registration: https://events.aarp.org/PrinceSep11

8. Laser Pink Floyd Dark Side of the Moon SATURDAYS
When: Opening Night September 12, 2026 — 9:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. ET
About: Experience a haunting laser show set to The Dark Side of the Moon, featuring atmospheric classics like Money and Brain Damage.
Registration: https://events.aarp.org/PinkFDarkSep12

9. Laser Kiss FRIDAYS
When: Opening Night October 23, 2026 — 9:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. ET
About: Experience an immersive laser show featuring KISS, with classic tracks like Deuce and Strutter brought to life in 3D light and visuals.
Registration: https://events.aarp.org/KissOct23

10. Laser The Weeknd SATURDAYS
When: Opening Night October 24, 2026 — 9:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. ET
About: Immerse yourself in a laser show set to The Weeknd, featuring chart-topping hits like Blinding Lights, Can’t Feel My Face, and Starboy.
Registration: https://events.aarp.org/TheWknd1024

11. Laser Pink Floyd The Wall FRIDAYS
When: Opening Night December 4, 2026 — 9:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. ET
About: Experience a classic laser show set to The Wall, taking audiences on a powerful visual journey through its iconic rock soundscapes.
Registration: https://events.aarp.org/FloydWallDec4

12. Laser Led Zeppelin SATURDAYS
When: Opening Night December 5, 2026 — 9:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. ET
About: Relive the legendary sound of Led Zeppelin in a custom laser show featuring classics like Kashmir and Whole Lotta Love.
Registration: https://events.aarp.org/LedZepDec5