Step into a world of celestial enchantment with your loved ones at Galaxy Lights, powered by Reliant, and get ready to embark on an extraordinary holiday journey that’s out of this world! Here’s what you can look forward to on this cosmic adventure:
Enter the Deep Space Backyard
Take an awe-inspiring journey through the solar system in our Deep Space Backyard. Wander beneath a canopy of twinkling stars and capture larger-than-life displays in the backdrop of the cosmos.
Cozy up and watch the crystal fireworks, sponsored by HEB, burst to life on a stunning 40-foot-tall cascading display, radiating galaxy-inspired colors that will leave you in awe.
Experience not one but two kinetic light shows sponsored by Wellby Financial, where vibrant shapes and patterns come to life in a mesmerizing choreography above the Main Plaza.
And don’t forget to catch the original film “Holidays in Space.” It features real footage of astronauts celebrating holidays and captivating interviews with retired astronauts about their holiday experiences in space.
Live Presentations Exploring the Science of Light
Join us for an interactive live show, “Celebrate Light.” This engaging experience will illuminate the role of light in how we perceive colors and its connection to space exploration.
Dazzling Activations, Starlit Memories
Visit our up-lit silhouette displays portraying various celestial constellations. Follow their radiant path to a 200-foot LED light tunnel synchronized with festive holiday music. As you stroll through, you’ll get an up-close look at the massive models of each planet to accompany you.
Hop onto our interactive light pods, featuring 290 multicolor platforms, nestled under the wing of our historic NASA 905 shuttle carrier aircraft. If you’re seeking a more spectacular view, ascend the shuttle carrier and shuttle replica model to witness the mesmerizing Saturn V rocket lights.
Relish the enchanting atmosphere created by the gently falling snowflakes on the projection wall and enhanced by our snow machine, all while you savor our holiday treats like a delightful cup of hot cocoa and s’mores.
Marvel at a sparkling model of Earth and a prism tree, perfect for capturing that Instagram-worthy holiday picture at our Earth and snow globe photo station.
Big & Bright Activations Highlighting Texas’ Role in Space Exploration
Celebrate the spirit of collaboration and the International Space Station (ISS) with our Lights Around the World display. It boasts a magnificent 15-foot wreath and six towering 20-foot-lit aluminum trees representing each ISS partner: the United States, Canada, Europe, Japan, Russia, and Italy.
These impressive trees are enveloped by radiant, glowing stars, adorning the SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket, culturally adorned as a tribute to each partner nation. And, of course, don’t miss the opportunity to capture a festive and memorable holiday selfie beneath the massive 40-foot-tall, 100-foot-long shooting star!
Galaxy Lights is an extraordinary celestial celebration of the holidays. Join us for an evening filled with cosmic cheer, exploration, and unbridled joy this holiday season. We can’t wait to share this enchanting experience with you!
