Please note that the below information is outdated as of August 29, 2022. The August 29 launch attempt of the Artemis I mission was called off due to technical issues.
The upcoming launch of NASA's Artemis I is a history-in-the-making moment. Kennedy Space Center is excited to be the launch site of such an incredible mission. Leading up to liftoff, Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex invites you to learn about Artemis I from the experts and have a lot of family-friendly fun along the way.
As we countdown to Artemis I, here is what you can experience at the visitor complex:
Beginning Now:
See Artemis I on the Launch Pad
See Artemis I on the launch pad across Banana Creek. While visiting the Apollo/Saturn V Center, accessible via the Kennedy Space Center Bus Tour, take a step out back and look across the lawn over Banana Creek. You can see the massive Space Launch System (SLS) rocket that will send Artemis I beyond Earth sitting on pad 39B.
Artemis Mission Manual Scavenger Hunt
Now through August 29, explore the visitor complex and complete the Artemis Mission Manual Scavenger Hunt. Pick up a booklet in information or the Space Shop. Answer the questions in your booklet with answers found at six Artemis education stations, and then return to Information or the Space Shop before you leave for a completion prize.
5 Days Until Launch, August 24:
Hear From the Experts: NASA's Artemis I
At Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, there are many opportunities to hear from those working behind the scenes to make historical moments, like Artemis I, possible. From August 24 - August 28, hear the first-hand accounts from NASA and its space partners inside Journey to Mars.
Other Artemis Events This Day
- Artemis Mission Manual Scavenger Hunt
- See Artemis I on the Launch Pad
4 Days Until Launch, August 25:
NASA's Artemis I Special Launch Event
Beginning August 25 and through launch day, NASA and its commercial partners are taking over the bottom floor of Space Shuttle Atlantis®. During this expo, visit numerous stations to learn more about Artemis I. With engaging activities from knowledgeable teams, you'll find they are as informative as they are fun.
Plus don't miss special appearances from some exciting guests of honor:
Space Snoopy: Saturday August 27 and Sunday, August 28 from 12:00 - 2:00 PM
Future NASA Artemis Astronauts*: Sunday, August 28 ONLY:
- Kate Rubins from 10:00 - 11:00 AM
- Stephanie Wilson from 1:00 - 2:00 PM
* These astronauts will be available for photos, but no autographs will be signed.
Other Artemis Events This Day:
- Hear From The Experts: NASA's Artemis I
- Artemis Mission Manual Scavenger Hunt
- See Artemis I on the Launch Pad
3 Days Until Launch, August 26:
LEGO® Education Go For Launch Experience
LEGO minifigures "Command Pilot" Kate and "Mission Specialist" Kyle must complete their pre-flight checklist and are inviting visitor complex guests to help. Beginning August 26 and until launch day, engage in learning activities such as designing, prototyping, and testing using familiar LEGO bricks and LEGO Education learning solutions. Plus, check out the education station inside the LEGO Build to Launch attraction next to the IMAX® theater.
Callisto Technology Demonstration
Experience one of the Artemis I payloads from August 26 - 28 inside Gateway: The Deep Space Launch Complex. Callisto is a technology demonstration from Lockheed Martin, Amazon, and Cisco that brings voice AI on board with Alexa. Webex will also deliver high-quality collaboration tools into the Orion spacecraft cabin. During this demonstration, interact with Callisto just like the unit installed in Orion for the Artemis mission.
Other Artemis Events This Day:
- NASA's Artemis I Special Launch Event
- Hear From The Experts: NASA's Artemis I
- Artemis Mission Manual Scavenger Hunt
- See Artemis I on the Launch Pad
2 Days Until Launch, August 27:
The celebrations continue the weekend before Artemis I with all pre-launch events. Be sure to add the following to your visit leading up to the launch:
- LEGO® Education Go For Launch Experience
- Callisto Technology Demonstration
- NASA's Artemis I Special Launch Event
- Hear From The Experts: NASA's Artemis I
- Artemis Mission Manual Scavenger Hunt
- See Artemis I on the Launch Pad
1 Day Until Launch, August 28:
- LEGO® Education Go For Launch Experience
- Callisto Technology Demonstration
- NASA's Artemis I Special Launch Event
- Hear From The Experts: NASA's Artemis I
- Artemis Mission Manual Scavenger Hunt
- See Artemis I on the Launch Pad
LAUNCH DAY, August 29:
Launch day has arrived! Whether NASA's first launch attempt of Artemis I is successful on August 29 or they try for another day, we will continue to celebrate this moment in space exploration history. Remember, only those with a launch viewing package will be granted admission for launch viewing. However, following the launch or scrub, the visitor complex opens for general admission. We invite you to continue to make the most out of your day by joining us for the remaining events on August 29:
Chat With An Astronaut and Admission Package
For Artemis I, Chat With An Astronaut with veteran NASA astronaut Winston Scott has been expanded. Enjoy a selection of food and beverages while listening to Scott talk about launching in to space, and what it is like to live and work off our home planet. Available as a bundle with admission for those who purchased a launch viewing package, or as an add-on for those without a package, this Chat With An Astronaut is August 29 at 2:00 PM only.
These other events remain open on launch day:
- LEGO® Education Go For Launch Experience
- NASA's Artemis I Special Launch Event
- Artemis Mission Manual Scavenger Hunt
Event and launch information were correct at the time of publishing. All dates and times are subject to change due to the Artemis I launch schedule.