• Monday

    — Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA), National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), European Space Agency (ESA),
    Kyoto, Japan
    To discuss the scientific achievements from the first two years of observations from the JAXA/NASA X-Ray Imaging and Spectroscopy Mission, XRISM. The X-Ray Imaging and Spectroscopy Mission...
    — Gemini Observatory, National Optical-Infrared Astronomy Research Laboratory (NOIRLab), Maunakea Observatories,
    Hawai'i Island HI, USA
    Event in its 22nd year, inviting STEAM professionals and Maunakea Observatories staff to participate in 80 Hawai'i classroom visits.

    Wednesday

    — Secure World Foundation (SWF), Centre National D’études Spatiales (CNES), Government of France,
    Paris, France
    At Conference Center Pierre Mendès or online.
    $125 – $450

    Thursday

    — Earthlight Foundation,
    Austin TX, USA
    Featuring the Space Cowboy Ball; space entrepreneurs, artists, engineers, dreamers, Orson Scott Card, Robert Zubrin, Dylan Taylor, Frank White, et al; at AT&T Conference Center.
    $599 – $799
    — XPrize Foundation,
    Malibu CA, USA
    Meet the teams currently competing for an XPrize and help choose a winner, learn about breakthrough technology and solutions.
    — Jagiellonian University,
    Kraków, Poland
    Objectives and scope of the PSC 2025: Presentation of current achievements in planetary science Development of planetary and space science in Poland and beyond Integration of the...
    — Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Lab (JHU-APL),
    Online
    Shusaku Kanaya of JAXA will present on the SLIM lander's solar panels, including how they helped the spacecraft operate during multiple lunar day-night cycles. Brian Schratz and...

    Saturday

    — American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA), Federal Business Council,
    Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex FL, USA
    With keynote speaker Astronaut and Former NASA Administrator Charles Bolden. Selected by NASA as an Astronaut in 1980, Bolden flew four space shuttle missions between 1986 and...

    Monday

    — Korean Society for Aeronautical and Space Sciences (KSASS),
    Seoul, South Korea
    Organized Sessions Aerospace Propulsion Low-Carbon Aviation Futures: Innovations in Dynamics, Control, and Optimization Fuel and combustion technology for propulsion Smart Structures Aerodynamics and Multidisciplinary Optimization of Low-Altitude...

    Tuesday

    — Airbus, Northrop Grumman (NG), others,
    Mountain View CA, USA
    Exploring breakthroughs in satellite tech and market dynamics. At the Computer Science Museum, 1401 Shoreline Blvd, Mountain View CA, and in conjunction with MilSat Symposium on October...
    — Cross U Open Innovation Platform for the Space Business,
    Tokyo, Japan
    Described as largest space business event in Asia, 8,000+ participants, 90+ exhibitors and 150+ speakers are expected at 28 events, inviting participants to expand their network and...
    — United Nations Office of Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA),
    United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs coordinates presentations / discussion of Commercial Lunar Operators' Perspectives on the Safety and Sustainability of Lunar Activities; conference includes sessions:...

    Wednesday

    — Airbus, Northrop Grumman (NG), others,
    Mountain View CA, USA
    Sharing insights into space defense strategies and government-commercial collaboration. At the Computer Science Museum, 1401 Shoreline Blvd, Mountain View CA, and in conjunction with Satellite Innovation on...
    — National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA),
    Online
    Presentation by Lingzhi Sun of University of Hawaii: Remotely exploring the interior of the Moon. Join with link here, scroll to today's seminar: https://sservi.nasa.gov/casa-moon-seminar-series Hosted by CASA...

    Thursday

    — International Lunar Observatory Association (ILOA Hawai'i), Maunakea Visitor Information Station (Onizuka Center for International Astronomy "Hale Pōhaku"),
    Hale Pohaku ~9,200 ft, Mauna Kea HI, USA
    4:30 pm - Guests start driving to Hale Pohaku; 4:45 - 5:45 pm - Lecture; 5:58 pm - Sunset; 6:30 - 8:00 pm - Lunar Viewing Directors...

    Friday

  • Saturday

    — Purdue University,
    Online
    Nominations for individuals or teams to receive the inaugural prize will be accepted beginning in August through Nov 1, 2025; Prize recipients to be announced on or...

    Sunday

    Monday

    — National Space Society (NSS),
    Orlando FL, USA
    In conjunction with University of Central Florida Inaugural Space Week: November 5-6 — The Economist's 3rd Space Economy Summit; November 7 — UCF 2nd Space Symposium
    $295 – $495
    — Committee on Space Research (COSPAR), Cyprus Space Exploration Organisation,
    Nicosia, Cyprus
    Will explore how space exploration and technology can offer solutions to current Earth problems, discuss ongoing and planned space programs, foster international collaboration. Features COSPAR President Pascale...
    €250 – €575
    — European Space Agency (ESA),
    Madrid, Spain
    Features Scott Bolton of SwRI, Haje Korth of JHU, Claire Vallat of ESA, many others; at ESAC.
    — Johns Hopkins University,
    Washington DC, USA
    SpaceNews / Jeff Foust will lead a discussion featuring space industry executives. Speakers include: • John Thornton, CEO, Astrobotic • Marshall Smith, CEO, Starlab Space • Devon...
    Free

    Tuesday

    — Asia-Pacific Satellite Communications Council (APSCC),
    Taipei, Taiwan
    "Bringing Together Space" 26th annual APSCC gathering of the Asia-Pacific satellite and space community, particularly professionals to gain market insights, forge partnerships and facilitate business deals. 500+...
    $650 – $1500
    — Space Frontier Foundation (SFF),
    Online
    Space itself is vast, but space in these sessions is limited. RSVP to hold your spot. Thank you in advance for your involvement and support as we...

    Wednesday

    — The Economist,
    Orlando FL, USA
    "Maximising Returns to Earth: The infinite potential of space"; In conjunction with University of Central Florida Inaugural Space Week: November 3-4 — NSS 9th Space Settlement Summit; November...
    Free – $999
    — National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA),
    Online
    Presentation by Thomas Kruijer of Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory and Katie Goss of University of New Mexico: Interpreting lunar zircon chronology at the nano-scale. Join here: https://sservi.nasa.gov/casa-moon-seminar-series...
    — NASA History Office,
    Online
    David DeVorkin of the National Air and Space Museum discusses the life of George Robert Carruthers, PhD, from DeVorkin's new biography, From the Laboratory to the Moon:...

    Thursday

    — Lunar Development Cooperative (LDC),
    Online
    Lunar Development Cooperative (LDC), New York City for-profit multinational public-private partnership proposed by Michael Castle-Miller, an attorney there, aims to enhance 1967 Outer Space Treaty by fostering...
    $1
    — Students for the Exploration and Development of Space (SEDS),
    Seattle WA, USA
    At the University of Washington.

    Friday

    — University of Central Florida,
    Orlando FL, USA
    Features Kennedy Space Center (KSC) Director Janet Petro, with leaders, researchers and students discussing current innovation / research driving space science, exploration and industry. UCF Space Week...
    Free
    — The University of Washington,
    Spokane WA, USA
    Space Diplomacy Symposium 2025 Co-Sponsored by SPACE LDP (UW Law) and SPDR (UW JSIS). As the numbers and types of space actors increase, the importance of diplomacy...

    Saturday

    — Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex,
    Merritt Island FL, USA
    Be a Star for the Day! Get the VIP treatment at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex! With this exclusive all-day tour, you are a star for the day. In an intimate, small-group setting, experience all...
    — Maunakea Observatories, University of Hawai'i Institute for Astronomy, Maunakea Astronomy Outreach Committee (MKAOC),
    Kailua-Kona HI, USA
    KONA, HAWAI`I (October 23, 2025) – Learners of all ages are invited to Kona Commons Shopping Center in Kailua Kona on Saturday, November 8, 10 a.m. to 3...

    Sunday

    — Center For Inquiry (CFI),
    Worldwide
    Various science and astronomy-related events to be held worldwide, such as star parties, lectures and viewings of his show Cosmos. Sagan Day was created in 2009 to honor...

    Monday

    — Academy for the Relentless Exploration of Space (ARES),
    El Paso TX, USA
    Featuring astrogeology, Spaceport America tour, et al with Kirby Runyon and Mark Wagner.
    — Rocket Lab,
    Online
    Rocket Lab Corporation (Nasdaq: RKLB), provider of launch services and space systems, will release its financial results for the 3rd quarter 2025 following the close of USA...

    Tuesday

    — International Astronomical Union (IAU), University of Jordan,
    Amman, Jordan
    Held every 3 years under the auspices of the International Astronomical Union (IAU), MEARIM brings together astronomers, space scientists, researchers, academics and policymakers with space agency and...

    Wednesday

    — University of Hawai’i at Mānoa,
    Honolulu HI, USA
    In-person, with oral presentations live-streamed for a remote audience. Focus on insights from orbital and in-situ missions, modeling, and experiments.​​​​​​​
    — Global Space Enablers Network (GSEN),
    Online
    Meet fellow space system builders around the world at Net Connect, the 6th since founding of GSEN at International Astronautical Congress 2024 in Milan, Italy.
    Free
    — National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA),
    Online
    Presentation by Mousumi Roy of University of New Mexico: Diffusion / Exchange Driven Equilibration During Melt-Wallrock Interaction on the Moon. Join here: https://sservi.nasa.gov/casa-moon-seminar-series Hosted by CASA Moon,...
    — Lockheed Martin, SpaceNews,
    Online
    Guests: Todd Harrison, Senior Fellow, American Enterprise Institute Patrick Binning, Johns Hopkins Whiting School of Engineering Todd Stevens, Vice President, Strike, Deterrence & Missile Defense, Lockheed Martin...
    Free
    — Maryland Space Business Roundtable (MSBR),
    Greenbelt MD, USA
    Luncheon speaker is Kevin Kelly, Partner at Actum, to speak on Federal science and space budgets, policy and programs. Notice to furloughed government personnel: MSBR recognizes that...

    Thursday

    — Intuitive Machines (IM),
    Online
    Intuitive Machines (NASDAQ: LUNR) will have a conference call before the market opens at 9:00 AM on Thursday, November 13, to discuss 3rd Quarter financial results.

    Friday

    — Zhenwei International Exhibition Group,
    Shenzhen, China
    At Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center (Bao'an); 400,000+ expected to attend. (CASC) is scheduled to unveil its commercial space tourism program. Event has an aerospace and...
    — MDA Space,
    Online
    MDA Space Ltd. (TSX: MDA), a trusted mission partner to the rapidly expanding global space industry, today announced that it will release its third quarter 2025 financial...
    — CountFromAbove, European Space Agency (ESA),
    Bremen, Germany
    "From Idea to Startup in 54 Hours". At Digital Industry Hub Bremen, Konrad-Zuse-Straße 6a 28359 Bremen, Germany. Limited to 50 tickets except to watch the pitches on...
    €5 – €100

    Saturday

    — American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) San Francisco Section,
    Mountain View CA, USA
    At Moffett Field Museum, which may be viewed before and after the banquet
    $20 – $40

    Monday

    — American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) San Francisco Section,
    Online
    09:00-10:30 PST; Webinar with Arum Sharma of Center for Space Medicine Research at Cedars-Sinai.
    — United Nations Office of Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA),
    Vienna, Austria
    Commercial Lunar Operators' Perspectives on the Safety and Sustainability of Lunar Activities; session titles include: Working Group on Legal Aspects of Space Resources, World Intellectual Property Organization...
    — Lunar and Planetary Institute (LPI), Universities Space Research Association (USRA),
    Online
    Includes updates on Europa Clipper, JUICE, Juno, New Horizons, JAXA Mission to Saturn Workshop; Online only.
    Free
    — Dubai Airshow, United Arab Emirates Space Agency (UAESA), Airbus,
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
    “Space” is one of 9 conference tracks. One speaker is Andreas Heitmann, Program Director, SpaceFounders, a space-tech accelerator, supporting 70+ startups from 20 countries that have collectively...

    Tuesday

    — International Astronomical Union (IAU),
    Online
    The Consultative Committee on Time & Frequency Task Group on Moon Timing is organizing an online workshop on the definition of Moon time, on November 18th, 2025,...
    — Smarter Shows Ltd, German Aerospace Center (DLR), Italian Space Agency (ASI),
    Bremen, Germany
    Join over 10,000 professionals from the entire space supply chain. Meeting face-to-face plays a crucial role in propelling the space industry forward, and what better place to...
    — Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA), Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA),
    Cebu City, Philippines
    The APRSAF-31 will be held in Cebu City, Philippines on 18 November to 21 November 2025, under the theme “Empowering the Region through Space Ecosystems in Action”....

    Wednesday

    — International Lunar Observatory Association (ILOA Hawai'i),
    Online
    15:30-18:30 HST; Please RSVP to info@iloa.org to join the ILOA Galaxy Forum and learn more about Hawai'i lunar and space initiatives! At the Forum, ILOA Director Steve...
    — National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA),
    Online
    11:00-12:00 MST; Presentation by Scott Eckley of NASA Johnson Space Center: Utilization of X-ray computed tomography during the preliminary examination of unopened Apollo drive tube samples 73001...
    — Foothill College, Astronomical Society of the Pacific, SETI (Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence) Institute,
    Los Altos CA, USA
    Silicon Valley Astronomy Lecture Series, Celebrating its 26th anniversary, Presents Dr. Alfonso Davila (NASA Ames Research Center) for a free, illustrated, non-technical lecture entitled: The Search for...
    — Novaspace,
    Bogotá, Colombia
    Latin America space event that gathers senior decision-makers from satellite companies. Organized by Novaspace, it serves as a platform for networking, business development and discussions on the...
    €1200
    — Space Energy Insights, Space Frontier Foundation (SFF), Ilago,
    Mandelieu, Côte d'Azur, France
    Space Energy Insights, in partnership with Space Frontier Foundation, holds the world’s only conference dedicated to space-based solar power, uniting experts across energy, space, defense, policy, law,...

    Thursday

    — Lunar Surface Innovation Consortium (LSIC), Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Lab (JHU-APL),
    Online
    We will take this hour to hear from speakers who would have given surface-power-related presentations at the Fall Meeting: William Smith (Infinity Fuel Cell and Hydrogen) "Surviving...
    — SPACETIDE, Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA), Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA),
    Cebu, Philippines
    Join “Space Industry Connect” Bridging the Asia-Pacific Space Ecosystem at APRSAF-31 in Cebu As a program partner, SPACETIDE is supporting the Space Industry Connect (SIC) business matching...

    Friday

    — Doc Waller's Earth and Space Report,
    Online
    Presented by Megan Watzke of Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics; 19:00 Eastern Time (New York); free Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/8952645644?pwd=ZmozcWFlK0JJSXJ2MGdWeEMxQTVEUT09&omn=83922057002 Meeting ID: 895 264 5644 Passcode: 634305 Host...

    Sunday

    — National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA),
    Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex FL, USA
    Steve Frick, Space Shuttle Atlantis Commander (STS-122) and Pilot (STS-110), describes his route to become an astronaut and personal accounts and experiences with Q&A, Space Shuttle Atlantis®...
    $206

    Monday

    — Ejtemaat Events, International Outer Space Association (INTOSPASS),
    Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
    In2Space brings together global and regional leaders from both traditional and new-space sectors alongside experts in ground-based satellite infrastructure. The conference will feature insightful presentations, interactive workshops...
    $200 – $1700

    Tuesday

    — American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) Space Resources Technical Committee,
    Online
    Kathryn Hadler of European Space Resources Innovation Centre (ESRIC) presents on In-Situ Resource Utilization, followed by Q&A. Will be recorded and later available at American Institute for...
    Free

    Wednesday

    — Canadian Space Agency (CSA-ASC),
    Toronto ON, Canada
    Artemis 2 crew member Hansen will present his children's book in English and French at the Toronto Public Library, Cedarbrae branch, at 10:30 AM ET (UTC-5). Titled...
    — European Space Agency (ESA),
    Bremen, Germany
    To shape strategies for next 3 years and discuss progress of Strategy 2040. Director General Josef Aschbacher will present Elevating the Future of Europe Through Space proposal. Will...
    — Space Faculty, World Robot Olympiad, Aramco,
    Marina Bay Sands / Sands Expo and Convention Centre, Singapore
    Introducing youth to artificial intelligence, virtual reality, space, robotics. Includes WRO 2025: International Final events; follows regional robot competitions worldwide, for many ages and skill levels.

    Friday

    — National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA),
    Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex FL, USA
    Includes: Private bus tour behind NASA’s gates, making stops at iconic Kennedy Space Center landmarks. Pending spaceflight operations stops may include outside the Vehicle Assembly Building and panoramic views of Launch Complex 39’s Pads A and B. Plus, the...
    $190

    Sunday

    — National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA),
    Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex FL, USA
    Wilcutt piloted Space Shuttle missions STS-68 and STS-79, and commanded STS-89 and STS-106. With over 1,007 hours in space on 4 missions, Wilcutt has received the NASA...
    $77 – $121
  • Monday

    — Space Renaissance International (SRI),
    Online
    Guy Pignolet & Julien Leveneur to discuss the global Cake-O'Peace project to help advancement of our common objectives of space settlements. - October 4th, 2025 - -...
    — Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE), Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA), Japan Society for Aeronautical and Space Sciences,
    Sendai, Japan
    The International Conference on Space Robotics (iSpaRo) is a new conference aiming to provide a framework for scientists and industry experts to engage in fruitful discussions and...

    Tuesday

    — American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA),
    Online
    AIAA Day of Giving to help raise US$100,000 for programs that inspire and prepare the next generation of aerospace leaders. Your support powers: Hands-on STEM programs like...
    — Thales Alenia Space,
    Torino, Italy
    High-level industry forum exploring the potential opportunities of an advanced, long-term Lunar ecosystem. Join leading experts as they uncover the critical topics influencing the development of the Lunar...

    Wednesday

    — National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA),
    Online
    11:00-12:00 MST; Presentation by William Bottke of Southwest Research Institute - Boulder: New Views on Terrestrial Planet Formation and Early Lunar Bombardment. Join here: https://sservi.nasa.gov/casa-moon-seminar-series Hosted by...
    — Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee,
    Washington DC, USA
    Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee, including Senators Maria Cantwell and Ted Cruz, to quiz Jared Isaacman on his plans and philosophy were he to be confirmed...
    — United Kingdom Space Agency (UKSA), UK Space Trade Associations, Space Scotland, Scottish Enterprise,
    Glasgow, Scotland
    2,300+ expected to attend for 100+ speakers. Show features: investors forum, space law symposium. Focus on industry-government meetings. At Scottish Event Campus.
    Free – £142
    — Moon Village Association (MVA),
    Torino, Italy
    Moon Village Association (MVA) is a non-governmental organization that promotes international collaboration for the development of lunar exploration and utilization. The 9th Global Moon Village Workshop & Symposium...
    €240 – €390

    Thursday

    — Norweign Space Agency,
    Oslo, Norway
    "New Space Race, New Business, New Resilience" event with focus on Norway, the Nordics and Europe and how they can increase autonomy, business and capabilities in space....
    Nkr6,875

    Friday

    — National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA),
    Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex FL, USA
    Includes: Private bus tour behind NASA’s gates, making stops at iconic Kennedy Space Center landmarks. Pending spaceflight operations stops may include outside the Vehicle Assembly Building and panoramic views...
    $190

    Saturday

    — National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA),
    Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex FL, USA
    Thomas "Tom" D. Jones flew on 4 space shuttle missions (STS-59, STS-68, STS-80, and STS-98), spending 53 total days in space and leading 3 spacewalks to install...
    $77 – $121
    — American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) Los Angeles Section,
    Lennox CA, USA
    3I/ATLAS and Interstellar Objects, with Avi Loeb. 11:00-12:00 PT, at Lennox Library and Online. Author / Harvard Professor Loeb presents online.
    — SPACETIDE,
    Tokyo, Japan
    Career event specializing in the space industry; 25 companies actively recruiting will exhibit, including large corporations, startups and government agencies, for positions including engineering and business professionals....

    Monday

    — Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee,
    Washington DC, USA
    The Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee is scheduled to vote at 17:30 EST.
    — Nirvana MICE,
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
    Meet, engage, network with industry representatives, and discover the latest advancements from global space exploration pioneers. Industry, governments, regulators, investors, international space agencies and academics share knowledge...
    — Arizona State University (ASU),
    Tempe AZ, USA
    22 plenary speakers are confirmed, and 200+ contributed abstracts are accepted. At Arizona State University. The symposium will cover all major topics on high-energy and particle astrophysics, cosmology,...

    Tuesday

    Wednesday

    — Maryland Space Business Roundtable (MSBR),
    Greenbelt MD, USA
    11:30-13:00 EST, with Shawn Domagal-Goldman, Deputy Director of the Sciences and Exploration Directorate at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center.
    — Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden,
    Online
    Kellie Walters on Controlled Environment Vegetable Physiology. NASA-partnered Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden program Growing Beyond Earth supports NASA goals of feeding Astronauts on ISS, Moon, Mars. 15:00...
    — NASA Planetary Science Division (PSD),
    Online
    NASA’s Planetary Science Division (PSD) Planetary Research Programs will host a webinar at 13:00 Eastern Standard Time to celebrate the accomplishments of Planetary Research over the last...
    — Italian Space Agency (ASI), Fiera Roma,
    Fiera di Roma, Italy
    SHAPING THE FUTURE OF SPACE: "The future is not what it used to be" (Mark Strand) NSE, the benchmark event for the International Space Industry is back...

    Thursday

    — American Astronautical Society (AAS), American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA),
    College Station TX, USA
    In cooperation with the American Astronautical Society (AAS) and the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA), and sponsored by: Department of Aerospace Engineering, College of Engineering,...
    $40

    Friday

    — The Space Show,
    Online
    Dr. David Livingston interviews Manuel Cuba of Helix Space in Luxembourg. Since 2022, Helix Space is a Private Research Institution accredited by the Ministry of Economy of...

    Monday

    — Arizona State University (ASU), National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA),
    Tempe AZ, USA
    Over the next few decades, the exoplanet community is poised to advance closer to answering a fundamental question about the universe and humanity's place in it: Are...

    Tuesday

    Thursday

    — International Conference of Applied Science and Engineering Technology (IFERP), Shinawatra University of Thailand,
    Bangkok, Thailand
    Conference theme is "WCASET Nexus: Where Science, Education and Technology Converge" and offers both in-person and virtual participation; includes sessions on space science and technology.

    Saturday

    — American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) Los Angeles Section,
    Rolling Hills Estates CA, USA
    Moderated by Madhu Thangavelu. 10:00-17:00 PT. Panels include: Cis-Lunar / Lunar, Artemis, Starship / SLS, Space Architecture / Philosophy / Art / Agriculture, others. Online participation available;...

    Sunday

    — Chinese Society of Astronautics (CSA),
    Wenchang, Hainan, China
    With theme "Exploring New Industrial Models, Empowering the New Aerospace Economy". 2025 marks a crucial stage for the Hainan Free Trade Port, coinciding with the full-scale customs...

    Tuesday

    Wednesday

    Friday

    — Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex,
    Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex FL, USA
    The stars are aligning for a brand-new show at Holidays in Space! Get ready for a nighttime spectacle that's out-of-this-world.

    Saturday

    — Cranbrook Institute of Science,
    Bloomfield Hills MI, USA
    Journey back 2000 years to Bethlehem as recorded sightings of significant astronomical occurrences during related historical events are examined to offer a possible scientific explanation for the...

    Sunday

    Monday

    — Adler Planetarium,
    Chicago IL, USA
    The year is 2096. Space tourism is booming, and you’ve signed up for a quick trip around the Solar System with Space Express Tours! Space Express Tours⁠—the...
    $20 – $40

    Wednesday

    — Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex,
    Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex FL, USA
    Private bus tour behind NASA gates, making stops at iconic Kennedy Space Center landmarks. Pending spaceflight operations stops may include outside the Vehicle Assembly Building and panoramic views of Launch Complex 39. Plus, the tour will drive...
    $190
    — Westport Astronomical Society (WAS),
    Westport CT, USA
    If skies are clear, this all volunteer-run, non-profit organization is open to the public 20:00-22:00 for star viewing.
  • Sunday

    — American Astronomical Society (AAS),
    Phoenix AZ, USA
    The 247th AAS meeting (joint with the High Energy Astrophysics and Historical Astronomy Divisions) will be held 4-8 January in Phoenix, Arizona. At Phoenix Convention Center, 100...

    Monday

    — Universities Space Research Association (USRA), Lunar and Planetary Institute (LPI),
    Montréal, Quebec, Canada
    A Volatile Excursion from Mercury and the Moon to the Kuiper Belt and Beyond. At Dawson College.
    $125 – $275
    — University of Hong Kong Laboratory for Space Research (HKU-LSR), National Astronomical Observatories of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (NAOC-CAS), Chilean Astronomical Society,
    Hong Kong, China
    The 7th China-Chile Bilateral Astronomy Conference for 2026 will be organized by the Laboratory for Space Research, FoS, the University of Hong Kong, in collaboration with the...

    Tuesday

    — Lunar Exploration Analysis Group (LEAG),
    Laurel MD, USA
    At Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory or online, registration required, no fee. In-person attendees who self-identify as early career or new to the lunar community are...
    Free

    Wednesday

    — National Science Foundation (NSF),
    Online / Washington DC, USA
    From 15:00-16:00 EST, National Science Foundation (NSF) Growing Convergence Research (GCR) working group will provide guidance on preparing GCR proposals, address frequently asked questions and be available...

    Thursday

    — Howard Astronomical League,
    Columbia MD, USA
    Hubble Space Telescope Outreach Coordinator Faith Vowler of NASA will present at this public meeting, 19:00; online option available; at Robinson Nature Center, 6692 Cedar Lane.

    Friday

    Saturday

    Monday

    — American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA),
    Hyatt Regency Orlando Orlando, FL, United States
    AIAA SciTech Forum—the premier aerospace R&D event of the year exploring the science, technologies, and capabilities that are transforming aerospace.

    Tuesday

    — Space Frontier Foundation (SFF),
    Online
    Finishing out the Original Trilogy is a 3rd Space Policy Town Hall at 9 pm EST / 8 pm CST / 7 pm MST / 6 pm...
    — NASA Small Bodies Assessment Group (SBAG),
    Baltimore MD, USA
    At the Johns Hopkins University Mt. Washington campus in Baltimore MD and online. Early-career researchers and students are encouraged to apply for both early-career opportunities and travel...

    Wednesday

    Thursday

    — Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA),
    Tokyo, Japan
    From 1300-1600 JST at Miraikan Hall; led by the Artemis program, which is being carried out through international cooperation, humanity is returning to the Moon and even...
    — Griffith Observatory,
    Los Angeles CA, USA
    Griffith Observatory broadcasts this public program live 19:00-20:30 PST from the Leonard Nimoy Event Horizon Theater. Join the Observatory's curatorial staff as they examine and explain the...
    — GW:UK,
    Nottingham, UK
    1st meeting of the GW:UK initiative to bring researchers to celebrate 10 years of gravitational wave discoveries and engage in community-building activities; at University of Nottingham.

    Friday

    — International Astronautical Federation (IAF),
    Online
    International Astronautical Federation recognizes achievements in the space community via many awards, such as World Space, International Cooperation, Hall of Fame, Diversity, Excellence in Industry, more. Submit...

    Saturday

    — Nichelle Nichols Foundation,
    Huntsville AL, USA
    Occurring until Jan 19; Offering space, aviation and robotics program for girls ages 14-18, inspiring young women to aim for the stars.
    — Society of Photo-Optical Instrumentation Engineers (SPIE),
    San Francisco CA, USA
    Occurring until Jan 22; SPIE Photonics West and subconference on Optical Power Delivery, key to development of Space Solar Power.

    Sunday

    — Pacific Telecommunications Council (PTC),
    Honolulu HI, USA
    Occurring until Jan 18-21; Topics, include but are not limited to: Satellite, Sustainability, Networking Technologies, Applications and Their Implications, Developing Regions and Emerging Markets, Governance and Ethics,...

    Monday

    — University of Groningen, Space Research Organisation Netherlands,
    Groningen, Netherlands
    In-person registrations for the conference are full // Registration for virtual participation is open. The planets that are best understood are the four terrestrial planets of our own...

    Tuesday