DuPont Planetarium
427 Scholar Loop, Aiken, South Carolina 29801
About
DuPont Planetarium in Aiken offers immersive visual experiences including the popular Mesmerica show featuring psychedelic kaleidoscope-style displays. The facility provides relaxing entertainment with stunning visuals and music.
Reviews
Google User
Beautifica360 was the worst date idea I've ever got baited into. It was literally a 90's Screensaver with elevator music on top and a British guy to tell you dance and breath. Even worse, they over booked and instead of moving us to next showing they did put these stupid USCA folding chairs which was not only super uncomfortable, but also annihilated our necks looking up to get an idea of the show. Don't waste your time and money going there. There's not a 0 star button on Google but if there was, It definitely would've been my first 0 star review.
Google User
This was my first visit to the planetarium, and it was a different and enjoyable experience. We came for the Mesmerica show after seeing posts on Facebook that looked interesting. The visuals and music were very relaxing. Kind of like looking through a psychedelic kaleidoscope! I would recommend getting there early or buying VIP tickets for choice seating. We sat in the 2nd row from the top which was pretty good for viewing but still requires a lot of looking up. I can't imagine how the lower seats near the front would strain your neck. All in all, it was a wonderful show and I'd go there again if a future event piques my interest.
Google User
We went to the Mesmerica Show at the Planetarium and had a great time. The show was beautiful and relaxing. This was the first time we had been to the Planetarium, but we will definitely go back to see what else they have to offer. It is a nice facility and is handicap accessible as well, which is important for me.
Google User
I came here for the first time with my husband and in laws for one of the public shows! We reserved tickets online for a 7pm Saturday show, and we're glad we did. Our show was completely full! We saw the "To the Moon and Back" production, which was awesome! It's a great experience for both kids and adults. After the show we went up to the telescope on the roof where James educated us on Mars the moon in several other planets! We will definitely be back again! If you've never been, we highly recommend visiting!
Google User
Mesmerica is trash. Somebody button jammed a bunch of AI generated hippy fractal art and made a slide show. None of the โlightsโ or shapes swell or change with the music. Nothing is synchronized. Itโs literally a slide show with some steel drums and wind chimes. The transitions are jarring or just a simple fade out. The mildly psychedelic images just shift a bit for an average of 10 seconds. But if you blink donโt worry! Youโll see that one again in about 5 minutes. Seats were also not built for the screen. And the projectors are shining in your periphery the whole time. What a cash grab. Waste of money. Oh and some silly British voice tries to hypnotize you.
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