Celebrate National Space Day all weekend at The Tech with Space Exploration Weekend, May 1 to May 3. This family-friendly event invites aspiring astronauts to dive into hands-on space programming, watch Space: The New Frontier in IMAX®, and take a spin on the Jet Pack Chair as its send-off celebration begins. Inspired by the excitement and “moon joy” surrounding NASA’s Artemis II lunar flyby, the weekend brings today’s renewed spirit of exploration a little closer to home.
From designing postcards that will launch into space to building a habitat for future Mars missions, Space Exploration Weekend brings real space science to life in fun, memorable ways for kids and grown-ups alike. Guests can explore The Tech’s 50+ interactive exhibits across two floors while imagining what the next era of lunar exploration could make possible.
Highlights:
– Hands-on space activities, including: Postcards from Space, Space Origami, and Nebula Spin Art
– Space: The New Frontier screenings in IMAX®
– Jet Pack Chair experience
– Mars Pod Habitat building challenge in The Tech Studio
– Story time featuring Mae Among the Stars
All activities and one IMAX film are included with museum admission.
Happens on the following Dates:
May 1, 2026, 10:00am to 3:00pm Timezone: Pacific Time (US & Canada)
May 2, 2026, 10:00am to 5:00pm Timezone: Pacific Time (US & Canada)
May 3, 2026, 11:00am to 5:00pm Timezone: Pacific Time (US & Canada)