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32 space science Events Found

Apr 23

Take Your Child To Work Day at the NJ State Museum 2026

The New Jersey State Museum hosts NJ State employees for Take Your Child to Work Day featuring multiple planetarium shows: 12:00 PM - The Great Solar System Adventure (grades 2-6), 1:00 PM - We Are Guardians about climate monitoring satellites (grades 4+), 2:00 PM - Messengers of Time and Space about observatories (grades 6+), 3:00 PM - One World, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure Sesame Street show (grades 2 and younger). Each show is 50 minutes long. Arrive 10-15 minutes early. Reserved for NJ State employees in Trenton area only. Request tickets for one showtime only.
New Jersey State Museum
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4/23/26
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Apr 23

Take Your Child To Work Day at the NJ State Museum 2026

Multiple planetarium shows throughout the day: 12:00 PM - The Great Solar System Adventure (grades 2-6), 1:00 PM - We Are Guardians (grades 4+), 2:00 PM - Messengers of Time and Space (grades 6+), 3:00 PM - One World, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure (grades 2 and younger). Event runs from 12:00 PM to 3:45 PM EDT.
NJ State Museum
Free admission
4/23/26
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Apr 23

Take Your Child To Work Day at the NJ State Museum 2026

Special event for NJ State employees featuring multiple planetarium shows: 12:00 PM - The Great Solar System Adventure (grades 2-6), 1:00 PM - We Are Guardians about satellites and climate change (grades 4+), 2:00 PM - Messengers of Time and Space about observatories (grades 6+), 3:00 PM - One World, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure Sesame Street show (grades 2 and younger). Each show is approximately 50 minutes long. Arrive 10-15 minutes early. Reserved for New Jersey State employees working in the Trenton area only.
New Jersey State Museum
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4/23/26
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Apr 25

Laser Light Show: Prince 10-Year Anniversary

Special 10-Year Anniversary Laser Light Show featuring Prince music with vivid laser visuals, dynamic music, and dazzling special effects in America's second-largest planetarium. Includes a 10-minute live star show by an astronomer before the laser show. Gates open at 5:30pm, theatre doors open at 6:10pm.
Saunders Planetarium & Digital Dome Theatre at MOSI
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4/25/26
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Apr 25

Laser Light Show: Prince 10-Year Anniversary

Special 10-Year Anniversary Laser Light Show featuring Prince music with vivid laser visuals, dynamic music, and dazzling special effects in America's second-largest planetarium. Includes a 10-minute live star show by an astronomer before the laser show. Gates open at 5:30pm, theatre doors open at 8:00pm.
Saunders Planetarium & Digital Dome Theatre at MOSI
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4/25/26
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Apr 29

Community Stargazing

Upcoming stargazing event from 8:15PM - 9:30PM. Use telescopes to observe the night sky with McAuliffe Center staff available to answer questions.
May Hall, Framingham State University
Free
4/29/26
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May 4

Science at the Saunders

Science @ the Saunders is an exciting new event series hosted in MOSI's state-of-the-art Saunders Planetarium. This ongoing program invites guests to explore the universe through captivating research talks, immersive star tours, and engaging Q&A sessions. Each session focuses on a unique topic in science, from exoplanets and black holes to star formation and cosmic phenomena. Guests will begin with a guided star tour under our digital dome, followed by a short presentation by a guest speaker. The evening wraps up with an open Q&A. Schedule: 15 min star tour, 20 min research talk, 10 min Q&A. Duration: 1 hour (5:45PM - 7:30PM). Topic TBD.
MOSI - Saunders Planetarium & Digital Dome Theatre
Free
5/4/26
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May 8

Home School Day | May 2026

Home School Day provides discounted admission for home-schooled families to learn about space exploration and engage in STEM activities. Event begins at 8 a.m. with an extra hour to explore before the center opens to the public. Includes classroom-based activities, hands-on experiences, NASA Tram Tour, SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket viewing, and Astronaut Mission Memories presentations.
Space Center Houston
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5/8/26
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May 14

Night Owl Star Party

Come to our Night Owl Star Party at one of the premier dark-sky sites in the East! The focus of this event is firmly on the nightly observing, providing an opportunity to share the wonders of the night sky. During this event, campus will be treated as a dark site after sun down, and only red lights will be permitted. Registration is limited to 100 guests and covers Thursday afternoon through Monday morning. Camping, water, shower/toilet access included. Meal plan available separately. Located at 4300 feet elevation in the National Radio Quiet Zone. Perfect for experienced astronomers and astrophotographers seeking exceptional dark sky conditions.
Spruce Knob Mountain Center
$70.00 - Adult R...
5/14/26
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May 15

Homeschool Explorations: Marshmallow Astronaut

What happens to our bodies in the vacuum of outer space? Explore what happens to our bodies without a space suit, then engineer a model space suit capable of protecting a miniature 'astronaut'. Class is currently full - call to be added to waitlist.
Mobius
$16.00 - per stu...
5/15/26
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May 15

Homeschool Explorations: Marshmallow Astronaut

What happens to our bodies in the vacuum of outer space? Explore what happens to our bodies without a space suit, then engineer a model space suit capable of protecting a miniature 'astronaut'. Suggested Ages: 5 years and up. CLASS FULL - call to be added to waitlist.
Mobius Discovery Center
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5/15/26
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May 15

Homeschool Explorations: Marshmallow Astronaut

What happens to our bodies in the vacuum of outer space? Explore what happens to our bodies without a space suit, then engineer a model space suit capable of protecting a miniature 'astronaut'. Suggested Ages: 5 years and up. Class is full - call to be added to waitlist.
Mobius Science Center
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5/15/26
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May 22

Public Planetarium Film: Big Astronomy

Take a journey through observatories used by professional astronomers in the gorgeous mountains of Chile, one of the best astronomical observing locations on Earth. Our planetarium is transformed into a giant observatory dome as astronomers investigate the Solar System and the distant observable Universe. Visit with the technicians from an array of STEM disciplines who build, maintain, and operate these huge instruments. Recommended for: Families and all ages. Length: 27 minutes. All tickets are open seating. Doors open 30 minutes before showtime. Online registration closes 4:00PM on 5/22. Walk-ins welcome, dependent on availability - Exact cash only accepted. Food/drink and strollers are not allowed in the Planetarium. Parking passes required for FSU campus.
Christa McAuliffe Center Planetarium
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5/22/26
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May 23

Life in the Solar System Day Camp

3-day camp exploring astronomy, solar systems, lunar cycles, geology, and greenhouse effect through hands-on science and activities. Focus on understanding why Earth is perfectly positioned for life.
ONSC @ Lake Fayetteville
Free
5/23/26
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May 23

Community Stargazing

Upcoming stargazing event from 8:45PM - 10:00PM. Use telescopes to observe the night sky! McAuliffe Center staff are available to answer your questions about telescopes and our Universe. Weather-dependent event.
May Hall, Framingham State University
Free
5/23/26
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May 23

Community Stargazing

Upcoming stargazing event from 8:45PM - 10:00PM. Use telescopes to observe the night sky with McAuliffe Center staff available to answer questions.
May Hall, Framingham State University
Free
5/23/26
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May 23

Community Stargazing

Participants of all ages are welcome! Use telescopes to observe the night sky! McAuliffe Center staff are available to answer your questions about telescopes and our Universe. This event is weather-dependent. In case of inclement weather or conditions inconducive for observing, this event will be canceled. Parking is available in the Salem End Lot and unmarked spaces in McCarthy Center lot. Stop by any time between 8:45pm - 10:00PM.
May Hall, Framingham State University
Free (assumed)
5/23/26
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May 31

Destination Solar System

This out-of-this world jaunt takes place on board the fastest ship in the Space Express fleet. For a safe and immersive experience, doors close at showtime. Please arrive early, as late entry isn't available. Running from now through May 2026.
Gottlieb Planetarium
Free
5/31/26
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Jun 8

Near Space Education 2026 Weekly Summer Camps

Weekly space exploration and STEM-focused summer camps running from June 8 - July 24, 2026.
Virtual
Free
6/8/26
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Jun 15

Hands-On Science Camp 2026

Summer science camp for Pre-K through 8th grade students with over 25 classes including chemistry, earth science, space science, engineering, biology, robotics, and more. Weeklong camps run from June 15 - August 7, 2026 (no camps the week of July 4). Morning, afternoon, and full-day options available with supervised lunch break. Extended day option available for full-day attendees. Scholarships available based on financial need. Enrollment opens February 2026.
California Science Center
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6/15/26
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Jun 15

Camp Tech Revolution at Fusion Academy - San Mateo Foster City

Camp Tech Revolution is the World's #1 Tech Camp offering over 60 cutting-edge courses in Robotics, Coding, Game Design, Minecraft, Roblox, AI, Video Production, YouTube, STEM & Medicine, Digital Art, Graphic Design and more. Weekly camps for ages 6-14 with regular hours 9am-3pm, optional early arrival 8am-9am, and extended day until 5:45pm. Features small class sizes (1:4 to 1:8 staff ratio), hands-on learning, and take-home projects.
Fusion Academy - San Mateo Foster City
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6/15/26
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Jun 19

Paint & Sip: Waxing Crescent Moon

Join us for an astronomically fun evening at Chabot Space & Science Center's Paint & Sip workshop focusing on the Waxing Crescent Moon. Adults 21+ only.
Chabot Space & Science Center
$45.00 - $45, Me...
6/19/26
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Jun 29

Astrophysics in Minecraft Portland2

A week-long STEM camp where participants ages 10-14 explore astrophysical phenomena through Minecraft simulations. Campers will investigate concepts from Interstellar, Mars terraforming, planetary habitability, and celestial body characteristics. Using command-line tools, participants collect and analyze data on gravity, temperature, atmosphere, radiation levels, and more across different virtual worlds. The camp culminates in presentations showcasing findings and learning outcomes.
University of Southern Maine - Portland
$495.00 - Base c...
6/29/26
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Jun 30

STEM Summer Camps for K-12 Students

Virginia Tech's immersive STEM Summer Camps offer hands-on introduction to robotics, coding, cybersecurity, drone technology, and space science. Camps include: Engineer a Robot Limb (Free for grades 2-5, June 30 - July 2), Flight Lab: Drone Dynamics in Action (Middle and high school dates through July), Data & Sensor Technology Exploration (Grades 6-12, July sessions), and Science of Flight and Data Detectives (Grades 2-5). Meals and snacks provided, virtual orientation required, parking available via ParkMobile app Zone #85129.
Virginia Tech Academic Building One
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6/30/26
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Jul 1

Science Camp for Teens - Session 1: Land, Sea, Air & Space

Ten-day overnight science camp exploring volcanoes, ocean, forest, environment, and space through daily field trips on Hawaii Island. Activities include geology, marine science, oceanography, biology, botany, zoology, climate, meteorology, astronomy, space science and engineering. Includes hiking, swimming, snorkeling, data collection, rocket building and launching. Ages 13-17, grades 8-12. $375 deposit required, full payment due May 25th. Scholarships available.
Pahala Plantation Cottages
$2,895.00 - Regi...
7/1/26
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