Whether touring the Rocket Garden, or boarding a full-scale replica of the Space Shuttle Explorer, visitors are guaranteed to gain a new perspective on the incredible feats accomplished by the space program.
Worlds apart from Orlando's Theme Parks - but only 45 minutes away. Plan on a full day to explore NASA's launch headquarters, located on a huge island wildlife refuge eight times the size of Manhattan. Each year, millions of visitors from across the world make the trek to this hub of technology and discovery, where many of mankind's greatest accomplishments take place.
At Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, you get the unique chance to tour - up close - NASA's launch and landing facilities. Experience interactive simulators, live shows and jaw-dropping encounters with massive rockets. As well as have the opportunity to meet a real member of NASA's Astronaut Corps. It's all what you can expect from an inspiring day at Kennedy Space Center.
Summer Events:
Space Block Party (July 3 – 5, 2026)
- Kick off the summer with a high-energy weekend of music, interactive activities, and space exploration at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. Enjoy live DJ sets, hands-on activities throughout the park, special rover appearances, and interactive experiences celebrating planetary exploration. This limited-time weekend adds a festive atmosphere to an already iconic destination.
STS‑135 Anniversary – Atlantis’ Final Mission (July 10 – 12, 2026)
- Commemorate the final flight of Space Shuttle Atlantis with a special anniversary weekend honoring STS‑135. Guests can experience presentations, astronaut appearances (subject to availability), and interactive storytelling that brings the final chapter of the Space Shuttle Program to life. Visitors will also have the chance to leave their mark on a commemorative display celebrating this historic mission.
Moon Fest 2026 (July 17 – 19, 2026)
- Moon Fest 2026 celebrates the enduring legacy of lunar exploration and humanity’s return to the Moon. Marking the anniversary of Apollo 11, this immersive weekend blends vintage-inspired fun with hands-on lunar activities, photo opportunities, expert presentations, and storytelling from Apollo to Artemis. Guests are invited to step back in time ,and look forward in a uniquely engaging atmosphere.
60th Anniversary of the Kennedy Space Center Bus Tour (July 22, 2026)
- Celebrate 60 years of exploration with one of Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex’s most iconic experiences. The Bus Tour anniversary honors decades of unforgettable journey routes and behind-the-scenes access to America’s spaceport. Special themed elements and limited-time enhancements invite guests to experience the legacy of space exploration in motion.
Artemis Fest (July 24 – 26, 2026)
- Artemis Fest brings guests face-to-face with the future of space exploration. This parkwide celebration highlights the people, technology, and missions driving humanity’s return to the Moon and beyond. Meet subject matter experts, explore interactive experiences, and engage with the next era of human spaceflight through immersive storytelling across the Visitor Complex.
Aviation & Spaceflight Weekend (July 31 – August 2, 2026)
- Aviation & Spaceflight Weekend celebrates the science, innovation, and people behind flight — from the skies above to space beyond Earth. Guests can enjoy special aircraft moments, meet pilots and astronauts, explore aviation-focused activities, and experience immersive storytelling that connects aviation history with space exploration.
