MAX POWER
At Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex
Get closer to the people, technology, and innovations shaping the future of space exploration. From thrilling live entertainment and NASA experts to interactive exhibits and unique space industry experiences, MAX POWER brings discovery to life at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex.
From November 6-8, 2026, special events and experiences will spotlight the teams, technologies, and visionaries behind NASA’s most remarkable milestones. Explore the weekend’s lineup below.
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During Max Power, November 6-8, 2026Explore Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex during Max Power with a $17.76 savings on one-day admission.
NASA and Space Partner Activations
NASA and many partners within the space industry are joining the visitor complex for MAX POWER. As you explore, stop by each organization’s station to meet these players in our nation’s space story. Get up close to interactive models, speak to the experts directly, learn from compelling displays, and maybe take home some unique souvenirs.
See the complete list of who will be on site during MAX POWER.
Please note that their locations on the day of are subject to change based on operational requirements.
Rocket Garden, NASA Central, and Atlantis North Lawn
- Firefly Aerospace’s Blue Ghost Lander
- Florida Institute of Technology — Ortega Observatory
Space Shuttle Atlantis® Activations
- NASA with model rockets and spacecraft, photo opportunities, immersive displays, and exhibits
- American space art and artifacts display from the NASA archives
- L3Harris Technologies – Top Floor
Gateway: The Deep Space Launch Complex® Activations
- Blue Origin with 16-foot New Glenn rocket model (1/20th scale)
- Club for the Future
- 联合发射联盟
- 塞拉空间
- Rocketdyne
- 波音公司
- Lunar Outpost with RC MAPP Rover
Heroes and Legends Conference Facility Activations
- 8th Flying Training Squadron at Vance Air Force Base
- Helo Girls
- Florida Institute of Technology’s Observatory
- American space art and artifacts display from the NASA archives
- Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) simulator and exhibition
- 45th Security Forces Squadron — Ghost Robotics Ground Drone
Center for Space Education
Located next to Gateway
NASA’s Autonomous Lunar Surface Mobility Robotic Demonstration:
- Infrastructure Pilot Excavator (IPEx) – Robotic Excavator
- The Mobility Coordinator (M-Coor): Autonomous Software for Lunar Surface Mobility
Journey Through Spaceflight History
Board the Kennedy Space Center Bus Tour for a closer look at the historic launch sites and working facilities where generations of American space exploration took flight.
Daily Event Schedule
8 events
Gravity Industries: Reimagining Human Flight
Location: Atlantis North Lawn
Richard Browning -- Inventor of the world's first jet suit. See the suit up close as he shares the story of human flight.
Building the Moon Base: How Industry is Working to Make It Happen
Location: Universe Theater
Moderated by: Jim Geffre -- Moon Base Program Operations Director & Deputy Program Manager -- NASA Brice Howard -- Director of Mission Solutions -- Intuitive Machines Farah Zuberi -- Director of Spacecraft Mission Management --Firefly Aerospace Jacki Cortese -- Vice President; Civil Space -- Blue Origin John Thornton -- CEO -- Voyager
Thunderbirds Meet & Greet
Location: Rocket Garden
The Thunderbirds perform for people all around the world to display the pride, precision, and professionalism the U.S. Air Force represents. The Thunderbirds will be headlining NASA’s MAX POWER event, November 7th and 8th. Meet the crew before they fly during a meet and greet.
Dream Chaser Presentation
Location: Journey To Mars
April Spinale -- Product Architect -- Sierra Space
Marketing the Moon
Location: Journey To Mars
Trina Patterson -- Chief Marketing Officer, Firefly Aerospace
Space Partner Presentation
Location: Journey To Mars
- All day
S.T.E.A.M. Team Activities
Location: Main Visitor Complex
Using hands-on activities, the S.T.E.A.M. Team interacts with visitors in a fun, educational manner to learn about science, technology, engineering, arts, and math.
- All day
American Space Art and Artifacts Display
Location: Space Shuttle Atlantis & Heroes and Legends Conference Facility
For a limited time, a select aviation and spaceflight art exhibit curated from the NASA art collection will be on display in Space Shuttle Atlantis® and the Heroes and Legends Conference Facility. Make sure to see it before it returns to the vault.
12 events
WeFlip Duo
Location: NASA Central
Watch as the WeFlip duo teaches basic science concepts and then demonstrates how they put them to work with acrobatics! This show is the perfect blend of education and fun!
WeFlip Duo
Location: NASA Central
Watch as the WeFlip duo teaches basic science concepts and then demonstrates how they put them to work with acrobatics! This show is the perfect blend of education and fun!
Gravity Industries: Reimagining Human Flight
Location: Atlantis North Lawn
Richard Browning -- Inventor of the world's first jet suit. See the suit up close as he shares the story of human flight.
Learn About Crew Health and Performance Exploration Analog
Location: Journey To Mars
Dr. Suzanne Bell -- NASA
WeFlip Duo
Location: NASA Central
Watch as the WeFlip duo teaches basic science concepts and then demonstrates how they put them to work with acrobatics! This show is the perfect blend of education and fun!
美国宇航局（NASA）的南希·格蕾丝·罗曼空间望远镜
Location: Journey To Mars
Julie McEnery -- NASA
Moon Base Surface Systems Transportation
Location: Journey To Mars
Jeff Brink -- Flight Systems Engineer, Deep Space Logistics -- NASA
MAX POWER Parade
Location: Main Visitor Complex
Never seen before at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, the MAX POWER Parade will feature corvettes carrying NASA astronauts, the Viera High School Marching Band (Nov. 7), Titusville High School Marching Band (Nov. 8), rover models, Americana stilt walkers, the WeFlip team, a roving D.J. and more!
Space Partner Presentation
Location: Journey To Mars
AJ Gemer -- Chief Technology Officer -- Lunar Outpost
WeFlip Duo
Location: NASA Central
Watch as the WeFlip duo teaches basic science concepts and then demonstrates how they put them to work with acrobatics! This show is the perfect blend of education and fun!
- All day
S.T.E.A.M. Team Activities
Location: Main Visitor Complex
Using hands-on activities, the S.T.E.A.M. Team interacts with visitors in a fun, educational manner to learn about science, technology, engineering, arts, and math.
- All day
American Space Art and Artifacts Display
Location: Space Shuttle Atlantis & Heroes and Legends Conference Facility
For a limited time, a select aviation and spaceflight art exhibit curated from the NASA art collection will be on display in Space Shuttle Atlantis® and the Heroes and Legends Conference Facility. Make sure to see it before it returns to the vault.
12 events
WeFlip Duo
Location: NASA Central
Watch as the WeFlip duo teaches basic science concepts and then demonstrates how they put them to work with acrobatics! This show is the perfect blend of education and fun!
WeFlip Duo
Location: NASA Central
Watch as the WeFlip duo teaches basic science concepts and then demonstrates how they put them to work with acrobatics! This show is the perfect blend of education and fun!
From Shuttle to Artemis
Samantha Fuchs -- L3Harris Lead, Program Management; RS-25
Space Reactor-1 Freedom
Location: Journey To Mars
Cynthia Simmons -- NASA The first fission-powered interplanetary spacecraft -- will pioneer the transcontinental railway to Mars, delivering SkyFall and opening a new era of science and exploration.
WeFlip Duo
Location: NASA Central
Watch as the WeFlip duo teaches basic science concepts and then demonstrates how they put them to work with acrobatics! This show is the perfect blend of education and fun!
NASA Astronaut Raja Chari
Location: Journey To Mars
Discover the experiences, challenges, and rewards of being a NASA astronaut during this engaging presentation.
MAX POWER Parade
Location: Main Visitor Complex
Never seen before at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, the MAX POWER Parade will feature corvettes carrying NASA astronauts, the Viera High School Marching Band (Nov. 7), Titusville High School Marching Band (Nov. 8), rover models, Americana stilt walkers, the WeFlip team, a roving D.J. and more!
联合发射联盟
Location: Journey To Mars
Kate Berg -- Structural Dynamics Engineer Cale Anderson -- Software Development Engineer
Space Partner Presentation
Location: Journey To Mars
WeFlip Duo
Location: NASA Central
Watch as the WeFlip duo teaches basic science concepts and then demonstrates how they put them to work with acrobatics! This show is the perfect blend of education and fun!
- All day
S.T.E.A.M. Team Activities
Location: Main Visitor Complex
Using hands-on activities, the S.T.E.A.M. Team interacts with visitors in a fun, educational manner to learn about science, technology, engineering, arts, and math.
- All day
American Space Art and Artifacts Display
Location: Space Shuttle Atlantis & Heroes and Legends Conference Facility
For a limited time, a select aviation and spaceflight art exhibit curated from the NASA art collection will be on display in Space Shuttle Atlantis® and the Heroes and Legends Conference Facility. Make sure to see it before it returns to the vault.
Future Engineers: The Truss Build Challenge
With your family or small group, put your engineering skills to work! Together, build the strongest truss you can using rod-and-connector materials. Add the challenge to your visit during MAX POWER.
Event Sponsors:
FIREFLY AEROSPACE
Title Sponsor
INTUITIVE MACHINES
Speaker Series Sponsor
L3HARRIS TECHNOLOGIES
FLORIDA POWER & LIGHT COMPANY
Sponsor
Learn More about Max Power
NASA’s first-ever Max Power event brings together the people and technology shaping the future of American aerospace. Explore the different experiences available that weekend at NASA’s official Max Power website.
常见问题
Max Power at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex
What is Max Power at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex?
What is Max Power at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex?
From November 6-8, 2026, special events and experiences will spotlight the teams, technologies, and visionaries behind NASA’s most remarkable milestones. Enjoy a one-of-a-kind weekend featuring a unique space-themed parade, interactive exhibitions, meet-and-greets with astronauts and experts from NASA and its commercial partners, and powerful storytelling that brings America’s space program to life for all ages.
When is Max Power at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex?
When is Max Power at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex?
Our Max Power events take place Saturday, November 7, and Sunday, November 8, with some previews on Friday, November 6.
Hours of Operation:
Friday, November 6: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday, November 7: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sunday, November 8: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Where do I get tickets?
Where do I get tickets?
What does my ticket include?
What does my ticket include?
Admission tickets include access to all attractions, the Kennedy Space Center Bus Tour, including stops at The Gantry at LC-39 and the Apollo/Saturn V Center. Your ticket also includes access to presentations, entertainment, and shows included with admission. Premium experiences that may include special tours and activities would require a separate ticket and would not be included with daily admission. Check back for additional information and updates.
What is there to do at Max Power at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex? How much time do I need to do everything?
What is there to do at Max Power at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex? How much time do I need to do everything?
Plan to spend a full day at the visitor complex if you want to see and do the top offerings. For instance, you can spend four (4) to five (5) hours on just the Bus Tour and Space Shuttle AtlantisÔ. You should plan ample time for the special offerings taking place, including presentations, the parade, and S.T.E.A.M activities. To fully enjoy all of the Max Power parks included in NASA’s event, you should plan on two full days.
Does my ticket include the other things happening at all the NASA’s Max Power events?
Does my ticket include the other things happening at all the NASA’s Max Power events?
Each location/park participating in NASA’s Max Power Event has separate tickets for its individual offering and activities. Please visit NASA’s webpage for more information and details. Click here.
Is parking included in the ticket price?
Is parking included in the ticket price?
Parking costs are separate from your admission ticket. The visitor complex parking lot accommodates motorcycles, automobiles, and oversized vehicles such as RVs. Parking for visitors with disabilities is available in Lot 5 with a valid parking permit. Rideshare and taxi drop-offs and pick-ups in Lot 4 are permitted with proof of fare. Parking is accessible 30 minutes before complex opening.
停车费用
- 摩托车 - $5.00
- 汽车 - 15.00 美元
- Oversized vehicles, motor homes, or RVs – $20.00
How do I get to Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex?
How do I get to Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex?
Just 45 minutes from Orlando International Airport, the guest entrance is located on Space Commerce Way. We highly recommend searching for “Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex” and NOT “Kennedy Space Center” when searching for us in your GPS.
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