Denver: BEYOND Laser Light Show & Arcade Day Pass

What happens when you spend an afternoon inside a laser light show that's been on TV?

You get entry to BEYOND's 40-minute laser light and meditation show, plus unlimited access to a retro arcade with over 10,000 free-play games, rotating art installations, and a photo garden. Shows start hourly at :20 past, and your pass works all day across every space in the Church. Book ahead if you're going Friday through Sunday, when the place fills up.

Step-by-step itinerary

Experience BEYOND Light Show and More

• Enter International Church of Cannabis
• Attend Guided Meditation session
• Enjoy Audio Visual Art Installation
• Watch Musical Laser Light Experience
• Explore rotating art installations
• Play games in Retro Arcade Lounge
• Visit art gallery and movie theater
• Relax in Gandhi Garden
• Shop at unique gift shop and lounge

The experience

You walk into the International Church of Cannabis in Denver and realize this isn't what you expected. The BEYOND experience is a 40-minute audio-visual installation that starts on the hour (shows run at :20 past, so you've got a small window to settle in), and it's ranked #1 on both review sites and Yelp for a reason. The room goes dark, the sound wraps around you, and the light moves in ways that don't feel random. It's meditative without being quiet, immersive without being claustrophobic. After it ends, you're not done. Your day pass keeps working.

The real draw, though, is what's outside the main theater. The arcade lounge has over 10,000 games on free play, not the polished, modern kind, but actual vintage cabinets (Galaga, Centipede, Golden Tee) mixed with Mario Kart projected on a 26-foot screen. There's skee ball, ping-pong, every board game you remember from childhood, and yes, Shawn White's actual couch set. The art gallery rotates installations from world-famous artists, and the Gandhi Garden is scattered with photo spots that look nothing like what you'd expect from a Denver attraction. Hours are noon to 8pm Friday through Monday, and 4pm to 8pm Tuesday through Thursday, so timing matters if you're planning around work or other stops.

It's family-friendly during all operating hours, no consumption allowed, which means you might see kids running the arcade alongside adults who came for the BEYOND show. The space feels less like a museum and more like someone converted a church into a place where you can actually spend time without it feeling staged. Your day pass includes everything: the light show, the arcade, the gallery, the lounge. You're not paying per game or per attraction. Strollers and service animals are welcome, and public transit gets you there if you don't have a car.

What’s included

Your day pass includes entry to the BEYOND laser light and meditation experience, unlimited access to the retro arcade lounge with over 10,000 free-play games, the rotating art gallery, the Gandhi Garden, the media room, and the lounge. All games and attractions are included with no additional fees.

Information

Lasts 1h, runs every day with no fixed time and from US$ 25 per person.

Days and timesEvery day

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

AgesAdult (18 to 85 years) · Youth (13 to 17 years) · Child (4 to 12 years) · Under 4: can't be booked

Cancellation and refundsNo refund if you cancel.

Prices and times updated 7 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by International Church of Cannabis

Is this one for you?Right for anyone spending an afternoon in Denver who wants a single ticket covering multiple spaces and activities: the day pass removes the need to decide what to do next, since the arcade, gallery, and garden all stay open during the same hours.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 17 years); Child (4 to 12 years). Children under 4 can't be included in the booking.

What time do shows start?

Shows begin at :20 past the hour (12:20pm, 1:20pm, etc.) and last about 40 minutes. Hours are noon–8pm Fri–Mon, 4–8pm Tue–Thu.

Do I need to pay extra for arcade games?

No. All arcade games are on free play with your day pass: no quarters or tokens needed.

Can I bring a stroller or service animal?

Yes, both are welcome. The space is accessible for strollers and service animals are permitted throughout.

How long should I plan to spend?

The BEYOND show is 40 minutes. Most people spend 2–4 hours total exploring the arcade, gallery, and garden, but you can stay as long as your schedule allows.

Is there parking?

The venue is near public transportation options. Check the location details for nearby parking or transit directions.

What if I miss a show time?

Shows run hourly at :20 past. If you miss one, the next show starts in under an hour, so you can spend time in the arcade or gallery in between.