The Vanderbilt Planetarium's laser show series continues with two iconic nights of music and light. Friday brings the cosmic jams of the Grateful Dead — expect swirling visuals synced to classic Dead cuts filling the dome. Saturday shifts gears to the King of Pop with Laser Michael Jackson, a high-energy tribute in light and sound.

Both shows run about an hour and are open to all ages. Arrive 15 minutes early — no entry once the show begins. At $20 a ticket, it's one of the best evenings out on the North Shore.

Laser Grateful Dead: Friday, September 4, 9:30 PM
Laser Michael Jackson: Saturday, September 5, 9:30 PM
Where: Vanderbilt Museum & Planetarium, 180 Little Neck Rd, Centerport, NY
Cost: $20 per person