The Rock-afire Explosion Lives On
Nostalgia, music, and one of the rarest shows in America
Step into an iconic 1980s animatronic experience, still performing today. This seasonal show runs summer daily and select weekends in cooler months, weather permitting.
The Rock-afire Explosion Lives On
Nostalgia, music, and one of the rarest shows in America
Step into an iconic 1980s animatronic experience, still performing today. This seasonal show runs summer daily and select weekends in cooler months, weather permitting.
Rock-afire Explosion
At Volo Museum
Step back into one of the most famous and nostalgic shows from the 1980s pizza-and-animatronic entertainment craze. The Rock-afire Explosion is a beloved piece of pop culture history, and Volo Museum is proud to be home to one of only two publicly operating licensed Rock-afire Explosion shows in the country.
Our show performs on a fully enclosed stage in an outdoor courtyard setting, making it a unique seasonal experience for fans, families, and visitors traveling from across the country.
Rock-afire Explosion Highlights:
- Included with Platinum, Gold, or Volo Museum Pass admission
- One of only two publicly operating licensed shows in the country
- Concert-quality sound and fully programmed animatronic performance
- Meticulously maintained to preserve the original experience
- A must-see destination for fans traveling from across the country
- Exclusive licensed merchandise available on-site
Rock-afire Courtyard
Grab a seat in our shaded courtyard and enjoy the show with pizza, drinks, and a relaxed atmosphere perfect for fans to gather.
Official Merchandise
Take home official Rock-afire merchandise you won’t find anywhere else, with new items released throughout the season.
Plan Your Visit
Traveling in to see the Rock-afire Explosion? Find tickets, lodging, and everything you need to plan your trip with ease.
This year’s opening celebration is a big one.
2026 Season Kick-Off Event
This year’s opening celebration is a big one.
For the first time in more than 30 years, Creative Engineering has produced an all-new full Rock-afire Explosion show featuring many of the original voices and musicians. This brand-new Volo-exclusive show will be unveiled on June 6.
The event will also include the release of new licensed merchandise, and Aaron Fechter is expected to attend. Additional special guests may include original character voices, musicians, programmers, and others connected to Rock-afire history, with the possibility of live performances.
We don’t know exactly what the day will bring — we just know it’s going to be big.
This is a moment fans won’t want to miss:
- All-new show by Creative Engineering, featuring original voices and musicians
- First-ever public debut of this Volo-exclusive performance
- Special guest appearance by Aaron Fechter
- Additional guests including voices, musicians, and programmers
- New exclusive merchandise released that day
- Possible live performances and surprises throughout the event
We told you something big was coming… here it is.
IT’S OFFICIAL — JUNE 6 JUST GOT EVEN BIGGER
Joining our Rock-afire Explosion Season Opening:FULLY RESTOCKED merch — including items that have been SOLD OUT
BRAND NEW Rock-afire merchandise you’ve never seen before
And now… the part we can’t fully predict 👀
We’ve received strong interest and verbal commitments from:
Brandon (Dook), Shalisa (Mitzi), Shooter Jennings (Fatz), Rick (Beach Bear), Madden, Cole Bennett, programmers Hunter & Ceddy, and more.
These appearances are NOT guaranteed — but if they happen… this could become one of the most historic Rock-afire gatherings ever.
Plus live performances by Aaron Fechter and special guests throughout the day.
No matter what unfolds, one thing is certain: June 6 is going to be unforgettable.
Be there.
Hear It From Aaron Himself
Aaron Fechter shares what’s coming June 6 — and why anything could happen.
Ready to Experience Rock-afire Like Never Before?
June 6 is shaping up to be a once-in-a-generation event. Don’t miss your chance to be part of it.
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