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New! Buy your IMAX tickets online, CLICK HERE TO BUY TICKETS.
Tickets also available at box offices and by phone (surcharge will apply) at 202-633-IMAX (4629). Showtimes are subject to change; call for current information.
BUGS 3D
Bugs! in 3D New
Bugs! in 3D is a live-action nature drama filmed in awe inspiring, totally immersive 3D. Shot on location in Borneo and in a purpose built house in England, Bugs! explores the dramatic and savage lives of an Old World preying mantis and a beautiful butterfly. Narrated by Judi Dench. Presented by Terminix. 42 minutes
Showtimes -10:20 am, 12:15 pm, 3:10pm daily.
PULSE: a STOMP Odyssey
PULSE: a STOMP Odyssey New
Pulse: Take a different kind of journey with the performers of STOMP as sights and sounds explode across the continents in a rare celebration of the universal language of rhythm. Percussion groups from Brazil, Japan, and Africa connect you with the pulse of the world! 42 minutes
Showtimes -6 pm and 8 pm daily
Cirque du Soleli
Cirque du Soleil—Journey of Man
This stunning production filmed on location at natural and historical landmarks around the world, puts the viewer right in the middle of performances by the acclaimed performance troupe. 39 Minutes
Showtimes -7 pm daily.
LOCKHEED MARTIN IMAX® THEATER - National Air and Space Museum
 
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Straight Up: Helicopters in Action
Straight Up: Helicopters in Action
Fly along harrowing vistas around the world with elite helicopter crews as they save endangered animals, deliver U.N. humanitarian aid, conduct Coast Guard mountain and sea rescues and apprehend drug smugglers, while Marines undertake a reconnaisance mission in a Cobra. Narrated by Martin Sheen. 42 minutes
Showtimes -10:15 am, 4 pm, 6pm
 
Space Station
Space Station (3D)
Watching the first-ever IMAX 3D space film, audiences will literally feel a part of this critical mission taking place 220 miles above Earth. Narrated by Tom Cruise. 47 minutes
Showtimes -11:10 am, 12:15 pm, 1:55pm, 3 pm, 5 pm
 
To Fly!
To Fly!
Feel the Earth drop away beneath you on an 1800s balloon ascent; rocket across the Arizona skies with the U.S. Navy's Blue Angels; soar on a hang glider off the coast of Hawaii; and blast off into space on a Saturn rocket. 27 minutes
Showtimes -1:15pm
 
JOHNSON IMAX® THEATER - National Museum of Natural History
 
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PULSE: a STOMP Odyssey
PULSE: a STOMP Odyssey New
Pulse: Take a different kind of journey with the performers of STOMP as sights and sounds explode across the continents in a rare celebration of the universal language of rhythm. Percussion groups from Brazil, Japan, and Africa connect you with the pulse of the world! 42 minutes
Showtimes -6 pm and 8 pm daily.
Cirque du Soleli
Cirque du Soleil—Journey of Man
This stunning production filmed on location at natural and historical landmarks around the world, puts the viewer right in the middle of performances by the acclaimed performance troupe. 39 Minutes
Showtimes -7 pm daily.
 
BUGS 3D
Bugs! in 3D New
Bugs! in 3D is a live-action nature drama filmed in awe inspiring, totally immersive 3D. Shot on location in Borneo and in a purpose built house in England, Bugs! explores the dramatic and savage lives of an Old World preying mantis and a beautiful butterfly. Narrated by Judi Dench. Presented by Terminix. 42 minutes
Showtimes -10:20 am, 12:15 pm, 3:10pm daily.
 
T-REX
T-REX: Back to the Cretaceous (3D)
Take a prehistoric adventure as T-REX: Back to the Cretaceous slices through the mysteries and the millenia to bring dinosaurs to life with the awesome size and thrilling feel of IMAX 3D. "Outdoing Jurassic Park and its sequel, T-REX puts its dinosaurs visually in your lap"- The New York Times 46 minutes
Showtimes -11:15 am, 1:10pm, 2:10 pm, 4:05 pm, 5 pm daily
 
     
Jazz Cafe
IMAX & Jazz Cafe
Washington's newest jazz club, the IMAX & Jazz Café in the Atrium of the Smithsonian's Natural History Museum charges no cover and features live music, great food and IMAX films. Open every Friday night from 5:30 - 10:00p.m."The Smithsonian's Jazzy Display!" -Eric Brace, The Washington Post
Showtimes - PULSE: a STOMP Odyssey 6pm 8pm; Cirque du Soleil—Journey of Man 7pm.
 
EINSTEIN PLANETARIUM - National Air and Space Museum
 
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Infinity Express
Infinity Express
Voyage through the solar system, past the Milky Way, to the very edge of the known universe and back, powered by all-new digital dome technology. It's a journey both thrilling and thought provoking. Ages 5-Adult.
Showtimes -10:30am 11:00am 11:30am 12:30pm 1:00pm 1:30pm 2:00pm 2:30pm 3:00pm 3:30pm 4:00pm 4:30pm 5:00pm
   
The Stars Tonight The Stars Tonight—Live—Open Your Eyes To The Skies
Using the Zeiss VIa planetarium projector, staff members share the wonders of our night sky, pointing out visible stars, constellations, and other current celestial hightlights. Ages 6-Adult.
Showtimes -12:00pm
 
PRICING
Daily Single Show Combo Ticket
Single Admission $7.50 $12.00
Youth (2-12) $6.00 $10.00
Seniors (55+) $6.00 $10.00
 
  • Box offices are located at The National Museum of Natural History and at the National Air and Space Museum. Box offices open at 10 am each day and close after the start of the last scheduled show.
  • Combo prices are valid when purchasing two or more shows per person. Combo discount is only available when purchasing in person at the Box Office or by phone.
  • Tickets are now available by phone by calling 202-633-IMAX (4629) or 1-877-WDC-IMAX (1-877-932-4629). Agents are available 7 days a week from 10 am to 5 pm, EST., except December 25th.
  • There is a $2.00 per ticket fee (non-refundable) for tickets ordered by telephone.
  • No REFUNDS or EXCHANGES.
Upcoming Events
Visit the IMAX & Jazz Café in the Atrium of the Smithsonian's Natural History Museum. No cover. Live music. Great food and stunning IMAX films. Open Every Friday from 5:30-10:00p.m...
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Note: Show schedules at all theaters and planetarium are subject to change without notice.
Call 202-633-IMAX for the most up to date information.
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