Upcoming Events at Kennedy Space Center

Launches & Events

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Come face-to-face with space during special events at Kennedy Space Center. Visitors can watch rockets blast off, meet astronauts and celebrate holidays in space, just to name a few. Make space in your travels for unique and inspiring experiences during your Florida vacation.

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Events Calendar

See what's happening at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex.

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Rocket Launches

Find out about upcoming rocket launch viewing opportunities for Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex.

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Featured Events

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Taste of Space: A Culinary Journey

Nov 05, 2021 06:30 PM - Nov 05, 2021 09:00 PM Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex

This four-course dinner throughout the visitor complex's attractions will showcase seasonal foods created by our Certified Executive Chefs. Plus, don't miss the first-ever Mars-inspired “Marstini” shake-off.

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Taste of Space: Fall Bites!

Oct 08, 2021 - Nov 05, 2021 Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex

Treat your taste buds to fun new seasonal flavors at Orbit Cafe, Moon Rock Cafe and Milky Way. Special menu items, local seasonal beers and exclusive desserts are all on the menu!

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Artist, Astronaut, Earthling: A Nicole Stott Presentation

Oct 16, 2021 03:00 PM Journey To Mars

Join us to hear about astronaut Nicole Stott’s exciting career and the intersection of art and science.

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The four astronauts that make up the Crew-3 mission team

Rocket Launch: October 31, 2021 2:21 AM EDT | NASA's SpaceX Crew-3

Oct 31, 2021 02:21 AM Launch Complex 39A

Four astronauts are set to launch aboard a SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule atop a Falcon 9 rocket, headed for the International Space Station. Learn more about this next Commercial Crew launch.

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Planet Play - NOW OPEN

Planet Play, a new, fully-immersive multiple-story play experience is designed to educate the next generation, ages 2 – 10, about space exploration. Planet Play is an indoor interactive area where children play on the planets with one-of-a-kind digital and physical activities. Parents can enjoy a coffee and wine bar in a comfortable lounge while watching their tiny explorers learn about space.

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RETURN TO THE MOON

Go behind NASA’s gates to the Apollo/Saturn V Center again. Learn more about how you can add this one-of-a-kind attraction to your day with the new transportation reservation process which has been developed with your health and safety in mind.

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