BEYOND Light Show & Meditation

The unusual part of BEYOND is the setting: a former church sanctuary becomes a glowing room of lasers, projected art, rock music, and guided meditation. The show runs about 40 minutes, not a full hour, but your ticket also opens the door to the Church’s free arcade, gallery, movie theater, Gandhi Garden, and photo spots.

I like the easy scheduling, since sessions begin at 20 minutes past the hour, and I like the relaxed, family-friendly tone. You can play Mario Kart, try skee-ball, color, or simply sit in the lounge before or after the show. The main caution is value: at $25, some people will find the 40-minute presentation short, and the meditation seating may not suit everyone.

Key points to know before you go

• A 40-minute laser and projection show: BEYOND combines guided meditation, rock music, and images mapped across the sanctuary.
• Free arcade access included: Play classic games, including Mario Kart and skee-ball, without paying per game.
• Family-friendly and non-consumption: The scheduled BEYOND hours are intended for all ages and do not involve cannabis use.
• More than one room to explore: Your ticket includes the art gallery, movie theater, Gandhi Garden, lounge, and photo spots.
• Show times begin at :20: Build your visit around the session time, then allow extra time for the other spaces.
• A distinctive Denver stop: The venue mixes cannabis-themed culture, fine art, retro games, and a former religious sanctuary.

Entering the International Church of Cannabis

BEYOND takes place at the International Church of Cannabis in Denver. The name can make the venue sound like a nightlife stop, but the scheduled show is specifically family-friendly and non-consumption. You do not need to use cannabis to take part, and the experience is built around art, music, meditation, and play.

That mix is the point. You might begin in the main area with a coloring activity or a video game, then look through the gallery before heading upstairs or into the sanctuary for the presentation. The result feels less like a standard sightseeing tour and more like a small cultural attraction with a playful waiting area.

I would plan to arrive with enough time to look around instead of treating BEYOND as a quick show and leaving. The arcade and other rooms are part of the admission, and they help make the $25 price easier to justify.

The venue also provides plenty of places for photographs. The exact displays can change, since the art installations rotate, but the building is designed for visual discovery. If you enjoy unusual interiors, old-school game rooms, colorful art, and playful displays, bring your phone and give yourself time to explore.

How the hourly timing works

The scheduled presentation starts at 20 minutes past the hour and lasts approximately 40 minutes. The experience is described as being offered hourly seven days a week, while the posted operating information gives a schedule of 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Fridays through Mondays and 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday.

Because the published hours contain different day-by-day details, check the available time when booking and arrive early. The fixed start matters. This is not a drop-in display that you can enter at any point and watch from the middle.

The one-hour booking window is useful for a short Denver itinerary. You can fit BEYOND between meals, museum visits, or an evening outing. Still, if you want to play games and see the gallery, I would reserve at least another 30 to 60 minutes around the show.

The experience is available by mobile ticket, and confirmation is provided at booking. Service animals are allowed, public transportation is nearby, and most people can participate. The venue is also dog friendly, though the supplied information does not explain whether every area or every show time has the same dog policy, so check before bringing a pet.

Inside the BEYOND light show

The main event takes place in the Church’s sanctuary. You sit and watch a combination of guided meditation, audio-visual art, and musical laser lighting. The visuals are projected across the room and work with the architecture rather than appearing on a single flat screen.

The music leans toward classic and psychedelic rock, with some indie-rock flavor. If you enjoy guitar-driven music, the soundtrack may be one of the best parts of the show. It gives the presentation more energy than a quiet spa meditation, while the narration tries to keep the mood thoughtful and inward-looking.

The light effects are colorful and dramatic, but you should not expect a conventional stage concert or a theme-park ride. This is a seated visual presentation with a meditation component. Some people find the combination relaxing and inspiring. Others may find the motivational narration too direct, especially when they want a quiet show without spoken guidance.

That difference in taste is important. BEYOND is not simply a laser concert. It asks you to listen to ideas about reflection and personal growth while watching the images. If you want a calm, guided pause in the middle of a busy day, that can work well. If you prefer music and visuals without commentary, the spoken sections may feel less natural.

Seating has also drawn mixed reactions. Some people find it comfortable enough for the roughly 40-minute show, while others would prefer a mattress or reclining chair for meditation. If physical comfort is a priority, keep your expectations modest. This is a public attraction, not a private meditation studio.

The sanctuary setting adds another layer. The show uses the church interior and its artwork as part of the presentation, which gives it a sense of place that a generic projection room would lack. At the same time, the religious setting paired with psychedelic visuals and rock music will not suit everyone. Go with an open mind about the concept.

The art, mural, and changing installations

Art is not just decoration here. The Church features rotating installations by internationally known artists, and the sanctuary includes a large mural by Okuda San Miguel. The mapped projections play over the artwork, so the room itself becomes part of the visual show.

That is what makes the experience more specific to Denver than a portable light exhibit. You are not watching images in an empty black box. You are seeing a presentation built around an existing building, its mural, and its unusual identity.

The installations change, so the exact visual details may differ over time. If you have visited before, a return trip may offer something new in the gallery or surrounding spaces, although the core BEYOND presentation remains the reason to come.

I especially like this combination of serious art and low-key entertainment. You can study the artwork for a few minutes, then play a classic arcade game. That may sound like an odd pairing, but it keeps the visit from feeling too solemn or too narrowly themed.

The retro arcade and lounge

The free arcade is one of the strongest parts of the admission. You can play classic games without inserting tokens or paying for each round. The available activities include Mario Kart, skee-ball, board games, coloring, and other video games.

A large projection setup has been used for Mario Kart, which makes the arcade more social than a row of isolated machines. A family can split up between games, or a group of friends can make the waiting period part of the outing rather than dead time.

The room also gives solo visitors something to do. You can browse the memorabilia, sit in the lounge, draw, or watch others play. Couples can make the visit into a casual date night, while families with older children may appreciate having an activity that is not just a seated show.

The retro theme is a real part of the experience, not a token machine in the corner. Still, the arcade is not the main attraction for everyone. If you do not care about old games, you may find that the included extras matter less to you when judging the $25 cost.

Gallery, movie theater, Gandhi Garden, and photo spots

Your admission includes access to more than the sanctuary and arcade. You can also visit the art gallery, movie theater, Gandhi Garden, and the venue’s photo-friendly corners.

These areas help spread the experience across the building. The gallery gives you a slower way to look at the art, while the movie theater and lounge offer a place to sit before the next scheduled show. Gandhi Garden adds an outdoor or garden-oriented pause to a visit otherwise dominated by lights, screens, and games.

The exact amount of time you spend in each area depends on what is open and on the current installations. I would not book this expecting a large museum or a full-day attraction. Think of it as a compact, highly unusual stop with several small rooms and activities attached to the main show.

For photographs, take your time. The venue was designed with many colorful and unconventional backdrops, and the visual style begins before you enter the sanctuary. If you are visiting with friends or family, the arcade and art areas may produce as many memorable pictures as the light show itself.

Is $25 a fair price?

At $25 per person, BEYOND sits in a useful middle range for a Denver activity. The show itself lasts about 40 minutes, so someone interested only in lasers and music may feel the price is high. That concern is fair, especially if the guided meditation does not appeal to you.

The value improves when you use the rest of the admission. Free arcade play can add a meaningful amount of time, particularly for families or groups. Gallery access, the movie theater, Gandhi Garden, and the lounge give you reasons to arrive early or stay after the presentation.

I would see the ticket this way:

• Good value for families: Children and adults can move between games, art, and the show.
• Good value for groups: You have shared activities before and after the presentation.
• Reasonable for curious solo visitors: The venue offers more than one thing to explore.
• Less convincing for light-show purists: The presentation is relatively short, and the meditation narration is central.
• Worth considering for repeat visits: Rotating art may give the building a different feel over time.

There is no refund or change option after booking, so choose your time carefully. Since the experience is scheduled rather than flexible, confirm that the selected session works with your Denver plans.

Who will enjoy BEYOND most

I would recommend BEYOND to anyone who likes unusual local attractions and does not need every activity to fit a familiar category. It works especially well for couples looking for a casual date, families with children old enough to enjoy arcade games, and friends who want something more playful than a standard gallery visit.

It also suits people who enjoy psychedelic rock, projection art, meditation, and retro culture. You do not need to identify with every part of the Church’s theme. The show is open to people who simply want to see an offbeat art and entertainment space.

I would be more cautious if you dislike motivational narration, prefer complete silence during meditation, or expect a large-scale laser spectacle. One criticism of the experience is that some of the spoken material can feel like generic social-media advice. Another is that the seating may not be ideal for a long, restful meditation.

The venue’s cannabis identity may also be a personal consideration. The scheduled show is non-consumption and family-friendly, but the theme is clearly part of the building’s character. If that makes you uncomfortable, the setting may distract from the artwork and music.

Practical tips for a smoother visit

Book a time that lets you arrive before the session begins. Since the show starts at :20 past the hour, arriving just before that point gives you little time to find the room, use the facilities, or look around.

I would use the arcade and gallery as a buffer. Come early, play a few games, inspect the current art, then take your seat. Afterward, stay long enough to see the areas you skipped.

Wear something that lets you sit comfortably for about 40 minutes. The experience is seated, and not everyone finds the chairs suited to meditation. If you are visiting with children, explain that the light show includes loud rock music, bright projections, and guided narration.

The attraction is easy to fit into a wider Denver day because it lasts about an hour in its basic format. You may want more time if the arcade is a major reason for your visit. Public transportation is nearby, and mobile tickets make entry simple.

Should you book the BEYOND light show?

Book BEYOND if you want a distinctive, low-pressure Denver activity that combines art, music, meditation, games, and an unusual building. The free arcade and other rooms make the $25 price more reasonable than a ticket for a short light show alone.

Skip it if you want a purely visual laser performance, dislike guided motivational narration, or expect soft reclining meditation seats. For most people, the safest choice is to treat BEYOND as a compact cultural attraction with a 40-minute centerpiece, not as a long concert or formal meditation retreat.

If that sounds like your kind of evening, reserve your time, arrive early, and save room for Mario Kart after the lights come up.

FAQ

How long does the BEYOND show last?

The show lasts approximately 40 minutes. The overall visit can be longer because your ticket includes the arcade, gallery, movie theater, Gandhi Garden, lounge, and other areas.

What time does the show start?

Show times begin at 20 minutes past the hour. The experience is offered hourly, with posted operating information ranging from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. depending on the day, so check the available booking time.

Is cannabis consumption part of the experience?

No. All BEYOND hours are described as non-consumption and family-friendly.

What is included with the $25 ticket?

Admission includes the guided meditation, audio-visual art installation, musical laser light experience, retro arcade lounge, art gallery, movie theater, Gandhi Garden, and other photo spots throughout the Church.

Can children attend BEYOND?

Yes. The scheduled BEYOND experience is family-friendly, and the venue includes activities such as video games, coloring, board games, and skee-ball.

Can I cancel or change my booking?

No. The experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason after booking.