After arriving at Kamo’oalewa on June 7, China asteroid sample return mission planned to collect at least 100 grams via anchoring-drilling, hover-sampling and touch-and-go techniques; scheduled to depart Apr 24, 2027 and return to Earth Nov 29, 2027.
JAXA Hayabusa 2 mission to flyby S-type asteroid 98943 Torifune within 1 to 10 km of the asteroid's surface at a relative velocity of approximately 5 km/s. The mission is planned to rendezvous with asteroid 1998 KY26 in 2031, after returning samples from (162173) Ryugu to Earth in 2020.
SPC, publisher of Space Calendar and Lunar Enterprise Daily, observes 50 years since inception and looks towards the next 50 years of publishing-broadcasting from Earth, the surface of the Moon, and perhaps far beyond with its affiliated International Lunar Observatory Association and other enterprises.
Those in fields of chemistry, biology, planetary science and astrophysics are invited to explore the origins of life and habitability on Earth and beyond. The program will feature the latest discoveries in prebiotic chemistry, the evolution of early life, and habitability across the Solar System and exoplanets, as well as […]
Occurs 07:30 HST / 17:30 UTC; Earth aphelion is the point in its elliptical orbit where it is farthest from the Sun, occurring annually in early July; at aphelion , Earth is about 94.5 million miles from the Sun, or roughly 3% farther than its closest point, perihelion, in January.
Featured speakers this year include Astronaut Naoko Yamazaki, JAXA President Hiroshi Yamakawa, Aarti Holla-Maini of UNOOSA; expecting 2,000+ participants from 35+ countries, with focus areas commercial space and cislunar economy. SPACETIDE seeks to provide a platform for global leaders across diverse industries to tackle shared challenges and co-create a sustainable […]
Key Speakers: Gloria Cannochi, Non-LTE effects on stars; René Doyon, High-res instrumentation; Luca Fossati, Non-LTE effects on exoplanets; Ulrike Heiter, Precise stellar abundances, and more.
Bringing together experts in chemistry, biology, planetary science and astrophysics to explore the origins of life and planetary habitability on Earth and beyond. At Museum National d'Histoire Naturelle and Sorbonne Université.
11:00 EDT featuring Vic Paulson, discussing her work on Designated Lunar Areas (DLAs) and Overlap, a digital simulation sandbox for testing DLA governance regimes at the lunar south pole. Although the lunar activity accelerates, the governance frameworks being written for surface coordination today have never been tested against the conditions they will face. […]
At the Centre des Congrès de la Villette; a forum to unite the French and European space community, promoting innovation, investment, and strategic dialogue. It supports France’s ambition to strengthen its position in the global space economy and helps align stakeholders around common goals for sustainable and competitive space development.
Closest Earth approach, peak brightness for viewing, tracking and studies.
This conference aims to gather leading scholars, industry experts, and technological pioneers from around the world to discuss the latest research achievements and technological trends in the fields of communication, navigation, and aerospace, providing an integrated platform for the exchange of innovative ideas and industrial practices.
A workshop highlighting the science of debris disks in Cambridge, after the successes of Victoria 2018, Budapest 2019, EAS 2021, Jena 2022 and Tucson 2024. Debris disks are the disks of dust, gas, asteroids and comets found around nearby stars. Their dust and gas components are readily detectable, providing a […]
Launch set 19:43 Baikonur Time UTC+5 | 14:43 UTC | 04:43 HST for crewed mission to International Space Station: Roscosmos Cosmonauts Commander Pyotr Dubrov and Flight Engineer Anna Kikina, and NASA Astronaut Flight Engineer Anil Menon. The trio will spend ~8 months at the station.
Provides a forum that brings together experts in aeronautics and astronautics to share new ideas and findings.
Planned demonstration of in-space cryogenic storage and transferal by Eta Space and funded by NASA Tipping Point. Expected to be in orbit for 9 months.
NASA ARTEMIS P2 craft surpasses another full year in lunar orbit since 2011; 1 of 5 satellites launched 2007 to study Earth magnetosphere
Mexican-American engineer and NASA Astronaut José Hernández has a life story of perseverance. 18:00-19:00 EDT | 22:00-23:00 UTC | 12:00-13:00 HST. Born in 1962 to migrant farmworker parents, he spent his early years working in the fields and learned English at age 12. He went on to earn a Bachelor […]
10:00-16:00 EDT, in celebration of the first USA spacecraft to successfully land on another planet, the Viking probe on Mars, July 20, 1976, at Virginia Air and Space Science Center, 600 Settlers Landing Road at NASA Langley, "Vikings", space industry professionals, and students will present public talks, poster sessions, and […]
First Human mission to land on Moon in 1969; 1st steps by humans on another World taken by Commander Neil Armstrong and Lunar Module Pilot Buzz Aldrin; Command Module piloted by Michael Collins.
First USA spacecraft to successfully land on another planet commemorated today for its accomplishment 50 years ago; originally scheduled for July 4, landing was delayed until this day in 1976 due to rough landing site.
Celebrating the 1st people walking on the Moon / another celestial body – International Moon Day has been a recognized / endorsed declaration by the United Nations since 2022.
Purdue University will bestow its newest honor – the Neil Armstrong Space Prize – upon those whose contributions to space in the preceding decade are deemed the most consequential for humanity. Prize recipients to be announced on or before July 20, 2026.
At Farnborough International Exhibition & Conference Centre; received 100,358 visitors from 114 countries in 2024.
Hosted by SSERVI Central Team at NASA Ames Research Center, Moffett Field CA, USA; online option available. The Forum will feature in-depth analyses of research targeting human and robotic exploration of the Moon and other planetary bodies. Attendees will hear updates and results from leading mission scientists and engineers, and […]
Gathering top experts in Moon and Mars architectures, systems, science, human health, innovation, policy. July 21: Workshops and Tours. July 22-23: Plenary Sessions. At Rice University. Confirmed participants include Vanessa Wyche, Director of NASA Johnson Space Center; Shawna Pandya, Physician and Astronaut Candidate; Mike Gold, President of Civil & International […]
NASA spacecraft in extended mission phase reaches 27th full year of operations in space; instruments able to detect X-ray sources 100 times fainter than any previous X-ray telescope; launched 1999.
AAS hosts, and AIAA co-hosts, specifically AAS Space Flight Mechanics Committee and AIAA Astrodynamics Technical Committee. At Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa.
In celebration of the 25th anniversary of the creation of the Astrophysics Group at the University of Exeter, we are pleased to announce the international conference “Discs on the Exe”. The conference will cover observations and theory of circumstellar discs, ranging from the formation of discs during star formation, to the […]
14:37 UTC / 04:37 HST.
Emanating from ~6km-wide comet with 5.3-year Solar orbit, visible in constellation Aquarius near star Delta Aquarii, fast, faint meteors peak on this night, best seen from the Southern Hemisphere; the bright Moon in 2026 may make the best viewing several days earlier.
The International Research Conference is a federated organization dedicated to bringing together a significant number of diverse scholarly events for presentation within the conference program. Events will run over a span of time during the conference depending on the number and length of the presentations. With its high quality, it […]
to be held December 2-4, 2026 in Venice, Italy. Interstellar space is not the domain of any one discipline. It demands insight from across the full spectrum of human knowledge, creativity, and professional practice. While this includes science, engineering, philosophy, communications, media, policy, and the arts, these are only examples. We […]
Includes ~150 meetings covering the fields of COSPAR Scientific Commissions / Panels / Task Groups, such as SC B: The Earth-Moon System, Planets, and Small Bodies of the Solar System. At Fortezza da Basso.
From 02 to 07 August 2026, a few thousand geoscientists across diverse disciplines will gather at the 23rd annual meeting of the Asia Oceania Geosciences Society at the Fukuoka International Congress Centre, Japan.
NASA Curiosity (Mars Science Laboratory) rover surpasses another full year of operations on Mars surface today; launched Nov 26, 2011 – landed Aug 5, 2012 (Pacific Daylight Time).
At CSIR International Convention Centre. Key topics are Earth Observation, Developing Space Tourism, Space Supply Manufacturing. Cultural tours are offered.
Participants will receive theoretical and hands-on training in electron imaging and X-ray spectroscopy for application to planetary samples. This training opportunity is targeted at approximately 5 participants and will focus on increasing the availability of these skills for planetary research. Electron microbeam imaging and analysis are now standard and crucial […]
NASA craft surpasses another full year in space today, having launched Aug 12, 2018; probe came within ~6.16M km of the Sun on Dec 24, 2024 which is ~7 times closer than any prior spacecraft, traveling faster than any other human-made object at ~692,000 km/hr.
Includes presentation of the Neil Armstrong Award of Excellence, activities for the new class of Astronaut Scholars, 2-day Technical Conference where Scholars present their research, Professional Expo, and Innovators Reception, Gala & After-Party. At Omni Houston Hotel, 4 Riverway.
NASA astrophysics 9-month mission to gather ultraviolet light information for understanding origins of stars / planets / life.
Key themes include: Characterizing exoplanet-host solar-like stars; Star-planet interactions; Planet populations around solar-like stars. At University of Liège.
CNSA to launch CE-7 mission which is planned to land at Moon South Pole to survey environment and resources with Relay Satellite, Orbiter, Lander (Rashid-2 from UAE), Rover, Mini-Flying Probe; lander has national science payloads as well as 6 international instruments integrated from Egypt, Bahrain, Italy, Russia, Switzerland, Thailand and […]
India orbiter surpasses another full year in lunar polar orbit since reaching the Moon in 2019; Chandrayaan-2 lander and rover were unsuccessful in lunar landing.
Chandrayaan-3 Vikram lander and Pragyan rover celebrated today after successfully landing on Moon in 2023; marking India as the 4th country to land on Moon, and 1st near the Moon South Pole.
40th Annual Small Satellite Conference expects ~5,000 attendees, will spotlight technologies driving constellation success and celebrate thousands of people whose vision and collaboration have propelled the industry forward over the past four decades. Student discount on registration fee; winners of student competition receive up to US$10,000.
Oslo Spaceport Norway offers monthly a knowledgeable speaker and opportunity for networking, 17:00-20:00 local time; free entry but registration required. Ground Control is for everyone who's curious about what's happening in space and why it matters. Whether you work in the sector or have never thought about it before — […]
With 93% of the Moon falling into Earth's umbral shadow, maximum eclipse 18:19 HST // 04:12 UTC on August 28, visible from the Americas, Europe, Africa, and parts of Asia.
NASA spacecraft surpasses another full year in space today, launched 2012; adding to the understanding of Earth radiation belt environment and its variability.
Roman will be >12.7 meters long – about the length of a semi-truck trailer – and >4.4 meters wide when fully deployed. Its primary mirror is 2.4 meters in diameter, which is the same size as the Hubble Space Telescope's primary mirror. It will have sensitivity and resolution comparable to […]
Under US$77.5M NASA CLPS contract, IM 3rd Nova-C Trinity lander, to Reiner Gamma ‘lunar swirl’ 7.5°N, 59.0°W with 4 NASA payloads: Lunar Vertex, CADRE, MoonLIGHT retroreflector, LUSEM; various private payloads.
ESA Jupiter Icy Moons Explorer (JUICE) expected to perform its second flyby of Earth this month, arriving at Jupiter in 2031.
Launch to SSO for 3rd satellite in the Sentinel-3 constellation for optical, radar and altimetry data and for Fluorescence Explorer ("FLEX") of ESA Earth Explorer program to map vegetation fluorescence as a way to quantify photosynthetic activity.
Japan's X-Ray Imaging and Spectroscopy Mission (XRISM), studying galactic plasma, surpasses another full year in space today at ~550-km LEO, having launched 2023.
A major European meeting on planetary science. Originally known as the European Planetary Science Congress, the first EPSC was held in Berlin in 2006. EPSC is the main dissemination platform for the European planetary science community and is the annual meeting of Europlanet. EPSC meetings cover the entire scope of […]
At Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC); Chair is Saeed Al Mansoori of MBRSC; Co-Chair is Gerard Galet of CNES (Centre National d'Études Spatiales) French space agency. No cost to attend.
Resupply mission to ISS set for 21:10 UTC+5 | 16:10 UTC | 06:10 HST is 15:40.
Industry tour of Denver space companies Friday 08:30-12:00; Astronauts Eileen Collins and Scott Kelly present at the Saturday event, 17:00-20:30. At Inverness Denver Hilton Golf & Spa Resort. Benefits the scholarship fund.
Inaugural event to convene researchers, policymakers and practitioners to advance understanding of self-sufficient structures in extreme environments, including the Moon. Begins September 11 at 19:00 CEST (UTC+2) and ends September 13 at 23:00 CEST (UTC+2). ISRUtech Sweden AB, Kauppila 41, 952 96 Lappträsk info (at) isru.tech Moonbase Lappträsk / ISRU.tech is […]
Dates TBC.
Campbell was first appointed in September 2020. She was reappointed for an additional year, 14 Sep 2025 - 14 Sep 2026. It is rare that a President of the Canadian Space Agency serves longer than a one-year term, and Campbell becomes only the third to complete a full five-year term. Past […]
Usually held in collaboration with NASA Glenn and Case Western Reserve University and usually held at the university.
Planning for 2.5 days of hybrid oral sessions and an in-person poster session. There will be no registration fee. Some travel support will be available to students and early careers, albeit more limited than recent years.
27th year of this top scientific conference in the USA devoted to Space Domain Awareness (SDA) and Space Situational Awareness (SSA) expects 1,000+ in-person attendees and 200+ participating online, representing 25+ countries. The event brings together policymakers and experts from the private sector, academia, the military and government agencies. At […]
Global Experts Group on Sustainable Lunar Activities continues discussions on ongoing workstreams and priorities related to the sustainable exploration and use of the Moon, with focus on expert dialogue, coordination, and long-term strategic planning for responsible lunar activities. 16th Operational Meeting: December 16, 2026
Oslo Spaceport Norway offers monthly a knowledgeable speaker and opportunity for networking, 17:00-20:00 local time; free entry but registration required. Ground Control is for everyone who's curious about what's happening in space and why it matters. Whether you work in the sector or have never thought about it before — […]
Join observers around the world in learning about lunar science and exploration (and sharing your own Moon work!), making celestial observations, and honoring cultural and personal connections to the Moon. 1.3M+ people in 127+ countries and all 7 continents participate. You can participate in International Observe the Moon Night from […]
NASA Mars Atmosphere and Volatile Evolution (MAVEN) spacecraft reaches 12 years of operations in Mars orbit after insertion on this day 2014; continuing to study upper atmosphere.
Highlighting the role of Texas in the commercial space economy, innovators, investors, contractors and NASA reps will participate in immersive exhibits including lunar bases, launch systems, and more. 2,000+ attendees expected. 150,000+ Texans are employed in space organizations there, and the Texas Space Commission has awarded US$126M+ to advance space […]
14:02 HST (04:02 UTC); the Sun rises exactly in east traveling through sky for 12 hours, sets exactly in west; every place on Earth experiences a ~12-hour day.
Observed today is 1st planetary defense / asteroid deflection test success: NASA DART crashed into minor-planet moon Dimorphos of asteroid Didymos on this day in 2022, shortening Dimorphos’ orbital period.
16:49 UTC (06:49 HST).
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) first dedicated multi-wavelength space observatory surpasses another full year in space today, launched 2015.
Includes Moon Village Association Symposium on Sep 28. Invites governments, critical infrastructure operators, global technology companies, research institutions, investors and ecosystem builders to align strategy, readiness, and adoption around quantum technologies and their enabling frontiers. At Grand Hyatt Dubai Conference and Exhibition Centre, Riyadh Street, Umm Hurair 1. Online option […]
At International Centre for Interdisciplinary Science Education (ICISE), Quy Nhon, Vietnam, for target audience Early MSc/PhD students and senior undergraduates in Astronomy, especially from the Asia-Pacific region
"Redefining Ground" is this year's theme for conference dedicated to the satellite ground segment, with 50+ speakers and attendees from around the world. At Park Plaza Victoria London Hotel, 239 Vauxhall Bridge Rd, Pimlico.
NET Oct — Launch Blue Ghost Lunar Lander Mission 2 & Elytra Dark orbital transfer vehicle, TBD: Firefly Aerospace second lunar lander mission under $112M NASA CLPS to land on lunar far side with NASA payloads (RadPC, LuSEE-Night telescope, JPL User Terminal (UT), Australia’s Seismic Payload for Interplanetary Discovery, Exploration, and Research (SPIDER) by […]
Nationwide celebrations and educational events occur to observe NACA (National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics) first business day as newly-formed National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) on this day in 1958.
Celebrating international contributions of space science for betterment of the human condition; Oct 4 is 68th observation of 1st Space mission Sputnik One launched by Soviet Union 1957; Oct 10 is 58th observation of Outer Space Treaty going into effect 1967.
At Dubai Exhibition Center (DEC), Expo City. Co-located with CabSat. Expecting 8,000+ attendees from 70+ countries. Focus on Emerging Market in Middle East, South Asia and Africa. Features Startup Zone and Matchmaking Programme. No charge for Visitor Pass.
At Nest Congress & Exhibition Center -- Belek Mahallesi, 07506 Serik, expecting 6,000+ participants; introduction-and-invitation short video at https://iac2026.org/iac-2026
19:00-20:30 UT; Special Edition – World Space Week JOIN the BIS Space Rendezvous – Monthly Online Social EVERY second Thursday 19:00 – 20:30 GMT on Zoom Our monthly online social is open to anybody who is serious about space! This is a forum for open discussion and ideas, and the […]
A conference focus will be tools and platforms for bio-manufacturing in LEO. Confirmed speakers include Chief Scientific Officer of International Space Station National Laboratory Michael Roberts, and ISS Deputy Chief Scientist Liz Warren of NASA. At Hotel Nikko Narita, located at Tokyo-Narita Airport.
The SPCD international Symposium is the premier technical conference dedicated to Passive components for space applications. It is an exceptional venue to learn more about the latest advances in this field and meet recognized experts from industry, academia and agencies.
First solar observatory for China known as CHASE or Xihe / 羲和 surpasses another full year in space since launching on this day via Long March 2D in 2021.
Mars launch window runs Late Oct through Dec 2026 for first Mars mission of JAXA, consisting of sample return probe; to conduct observations of Mars, Phobos and Deimos, collect Phobos sample, return to Earth. https://www.thespacereview.com/article/5230/1
For observation, appreciation, understanding of the Moon / its connection to planetary science / exploration; 1st quarter Moon is best time due to shallow angle of sunlight that illuminates details.
Detecting some of the most energetic radiation in space, ESA, NASA, Roscosmos spacecraft surpasses another year of operations in space, despite loss of its thrusters; launched 2002, expected to run out of fuel early 2020s and fall to Earth Feb 2029.
Celebration of science, art, music, exploration and the responsibility we share for the future of our species and our planet. Expected are Astronauts, Nobel laureates, pioneering scientists and world-renowned artists for a gathering of global thinkers. The 10th Starmus Stephen Hawking Medal will be awarded, as well as the first […]
STEM event to inspire students with hands-on activities and displays featuring rocketry, satellites, astronomy, meteorites, robotics and more. At University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa. https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2025/11/04/lacy-veach-day-2025/
NASA spacecraft mapping boundary between the Solar System and interstellar space surpasses another full year in space; launched on this day 2008.
European Space Agency (ESA) and Roscosmos spacecraft surpasses another full year at Mars, launched 2016; craft continues collecting data on atmosphere, deployed Schiaparelli demonstration lander 19 Oct 2016 (unsuccessful).
Final-year-Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD students from across the world, enrolled in space-related programmes, are invited to test their skills against real-world challenges issued by Luxembourg industry leaders. This intensive two-day event offers a unique chance to work on use-cases currently faced within the sector while collaborating with peers from different […]
European Space Agency / JAXA Mercury Planetary Orbiter (MPO) and Mercury Magnetospheric Orbiter (dubbed Mio ‘waterway or fairway’) surpasses another full year in space today, launched 2018; expected to reach Mercury polar orbit in Nov 2026 to map planet, investigate magnetosphere.
Navigating Emerging Opportunities: a conference to explore space market trends, emerging technologies, geopolitical dynamics, new companies and the next generation of talent. Designed as a highly interactive and commercially driven event, NeoSpace Europe puts networking, collaboration and business development at the centre of the experience. Hosted in Luxembourg — a […]
Guided by an Advisory Board of leaders from SSPI, Axiom Space, Black Sky, Fidelity, Counco on Foreign Relations, Lockheed Martin, Empire Space, US Space Force; a US $1 Trillion market is emerging — fast. Its leaders will be the ones who move now. Up/Link is where the people who shape […]
The 14th IAASS Conference, “Together for a Safe Space Frontier”, invites reflection and the exchange of knowledge on critical space safety topics that demand international collaboration. The conference serves as a forum to build mutual understanding, trust, and the broadest possible cooperation in the peaceful, responsible, and shared use of […]
The 193rd meeting of the Space Studies Board will be held October 20-21, the meeting of the Board on Physics and Astronomy will be held October 21-22. October 21 will be a joint session.
Appearing in constellation Orion, Orionids are a Class I shower providing up to 20 per hour, swiftly moving ~66km/sec. With activity spanning October 2 - November 12, other nights might provide good viewing since Moon on the peak night is 80% full.
Bringing together leading researchers, engineers, and industry experts at the intersection of artificial intelligence and space exploration. As AI continues to transform the way we design, operate, and understand space missions, SPAICE offers a unique forum to exchange ideas, showcase breakthroughs, and shape the future of intelligent space systems.
NASA spacecraft surpasses another full year in orbit around Mars today, holds record for longest-surviving continually active spacecraft in orbit around a planet other than Earth; launched 2001.
18:12 HST // 04:12 UTC on Oct 26.
Change clocks back 1 hour, from Summer Time to Standard Time.
At the Spokane Convention Center. The meeting will have a broad scope, with a wide-ranging program of science and workforce topics, and celebrating planetary exploration and mission anniversaries.
NASA craft imaging Sun and solar phenomena surpasses another full year in space today; launched 2006.
Convene, connect, and collaborate at the 19th annual von Braun Space Exploration Symposium! This year’s event will spotlight how bold ideas, emerging technologies, and new partnerships are igniting innovation across the space enterprise.
Themes include: Space & the Arctic; Space & AI; Space & International Collaboration. There is a Student Session, a Technical Session, a Frontier Session, and a focus on Investment & VC: Space Investment & Capital Access. Norwegian Space Agency is a Sponsor. Space-based situational awareness is critical, and space demands […]
Oslo Spaceport Norway offers monthly a knowledgeable speaker and opportunity for networking, 17:00-20:00 local time; free entry but registration required. Ground Control is for everyone who's curious about what's happening in space and why it matters. Whether you work in the sector or have never thought about it before — […]
Astrobotic Griffin to attempt Nobile Crater / Moon South Pole landing with Astrolab FLEX Lunar Innovation Platform (FLIP) rover; originally slated to carry with NASA Volatiles Investigating Polar Exploration Rover (VIPER).
NET Nov — CNSA CE-7 mission planned to land at Shackleton Crater Ridge near Moon South Pole region to survey environment and resources with Relay Satellite, Orbiter, Lander (Rashid-2 from UAE), Rover, Mini-Flying Probe; lander has national science payloads as well as 6 international instruments integrated: from Egypt, Bahrain, Italy, […]
NET Nov — BepiColombo, Hermocentric Orbit Insertion at Mercury, Mercury Orbit: European Space Agency / JAXA Mercury Planetary Orbiter (MPO) and Mercury Magnetospheric Orbiter (MMO) expected to reach Mercury, achieve polar orbit and spacecraft separation; will map planet, investigate magnetosphere.
NET Nov - The 10th edition offers a unique opportunity to celebrate the evolution of the Moon Village concept and set the stage for the future of lunar exploration.
Date and location to be announced.
Venue / exact date for Hainan, China -- TBC (to be confirmed); As the only professional association for astronauts, ASE supports the advancement of space exploration by providing opportunities for communication among space professionals at the international level. The Association has worked closely with other international professional space organizations to expand […]
Today marks another full year of continuous Human occupation of ISS; first component Zarya launched Nov 20, 1998, occupation began Nov 2, 2000.
Change clocks back 1 hour from Daylight Saving to Standard Time; does not include Hawai’i, Arizona (except the Navajo Nation), American Samoa, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico or U.S. Virgin Islands.
Coordinating Division Division C Education, Outreach and Heritage The IAU Symposium on Innovative Research and Techniques in Astronomy Communication will take place from November 2 to 6, 2026, at the National Astronomical Observatory of Japan in Mitaka, Tokyo. The groundbreaking hybrid event will unite experts from astronomy and science communication, […]
ESWW is the main annual event in the European Space Weather and Space Climate calendar. It is an international meeting organised annually within the European Region in collaboration with prominent members of the European space weather and space climate community. It began as a forum for the European Space Weather […]
IAU Symposium: IAUS409 - A Journey Towards Effective Astronomy Communication; online and at National Astronomical Observatory of Japan, 2-21-2 Osawa Mitaka, Tokyo. Topics include: Innovations in Data Visualization Techniques Leveraging Emerging Technologies for Communication Making Astronomy Relevant Communicating Astronomy with Funders and Policymakers
At the National Museum of the Republic, the first SWF Summit in Latin America.
Expecting senior government and executives from NASA, Firefly, Blue Origin to discuss innovation, competitive advantages and a "space industrial revolution in LEO". Capped at 250 participants. At Marriott at the Metro Center.
NASA 12-U CubeSat Capstone acting as a pathfinder for planned International Lunar Gateway surpasses another year around Moon today; launched in 2022.
Major international forum in space hardware environmental testing for research and development and qualification. It provides a unique opportunity for engineers, technicians and scientists from industry, government and academia to present and exchange information and ideas on simulating the space environment to develop and test space mission hardware.
Leading event in Europe for space engineering, innovation, and the end-to-end supply chain.
At the Jakarta International Expo (JIExpo) Kemayoran. This event represents one of Southeast Asia’s most significant aerospace gatherings, connecting industry leaders, innovators, policymakers, and investors from around the world. Consequently, it provides an unmatched platform for showcasing cutting-edge aerospace technologies, exploring market trends, and building strategic partnerships.
Observing gamma-ray bursts & their afterglows in gamma-ray, X-ray, ultraviolet, optical wavelengths from LEO, multiwavelength craft surpasses another year of operations in space today, launched in 2004.
Coordinating Division Division J Galaxies and Cosmology
Coordinating Division Division E Sun and Heliosphere
Coordinating Division Division H Interstellar Matter and Local Universe
14:54 UTC (04:54 HST).
GNOSIS promotes, coordinates and develops collaboration across the academic, defence, industrial and political sectors to understand and solve problems relating to the sustainable use of Space.
Oslo Spaceport Norway offers monthly a knowledgeable speaker and opportunity for networking, 17:00-20:00 local time; free entry but registration required. Ground Control is for everyone who's curious about what's happening in space and why it matters. Whether you work in the sector or have never thought about it before — […]
Held every 3 years, targeted to professional astronomers, postdocs, postgraduate and undergraduate students pursuing a research career in Astronomy. As previous editions of this meeting, XVIII LARIM will provide a forum for scientific discussion and will promote new collaborations among Latin American astronomers. At Cancun Center, Boulevard Kukulcan Km. 9, […]
Addition of a display and market area to the annual gathering that culminates in the Space Cowboy Ball charity event accompanies presentations on everything about space, including medicine, architecture and design, art and media, energy, policy and much more, by leaders in the field.
First launch of the Starliner crew vehicle to the International Space Station carrying only cargo for the orbital laboratory; will allow in-flight validation of the system upgrades implemented following the Crew Flight Test mission of 2024.
SpaceX to launch Starship with Venturi Astrolab FLEX C rover from Starbase, Boca Chica TX. Flexible Logistics and Exploration (FLEX-C) rover to launch to Moon South Pole Region, with commercial payloads including the International Lunar Observatory Association's ILO-1 flagship instrument. ILO-1 will be providing Space Age's Space Calendar with weekly […]
China National Space Administration (CNSA) Chang'E-5 lander at Statio Tianchuan "ship sailing in the Milky Way", Mons Rümker, Oceanus Procellarum, Moon (43° N, 51.9° W), surpasses another full year on lunar surface today; landed on this day in 2020, with sample return launching from the Moon 2 days later.
European Space Agency (ESA) / National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) craft studying sun, surpasses another full year of operations in space today, launched 1995; discovered more than 3,000 comets.
Hosted by The Venetian Institute of Sciences, Letters and Arts in association with The Interstellar Research Group, the world’s experts in exoplanet research, advanced space propulsion, power, life support, communications, and more will gather to share their findings and propose innovative solutions to enable our future journeys to planets circling […]
Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) Hayabusa surpasses another full year in space today; launched Dec 3, 2014, returned samples to Earth in 2020, and now in extended mission to flyby asteroid 98943 Torifune in 2026 and rendezvous with 1998 KY26 in 2031.
Research papers are presented in a formal technical meeting atmosphere, and ideas are exchanged and programs discussed. Cash prizes given for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place papers in each category. At University of Adelaide Student Branch and online.
The largest gathering of Earth and space scientists, convening 20,000+ attendees from 100+ countries to share research, connect, collaborate, and inspire one another. Session, town hall and scientific workshops. At Moscone Center, 747 Howard Street. Save the date for future Annual Meetings: December 13-17, 2027 | Washington, D.C. December […]
Oslo Spaceport Norway offers monthly a knowledgeable speaker and opportunity for networking, 17:00-20:00 local time; free entry but registration required. Ground Control is for everyone who's curious about what's happening in space and why it matters. Whether you work in the sector or have never thought about it before — […]
European Space Agency (ESA) craft in Very Eccentric Elliptical LEO studying X-ray emissions, star-forming regions, galaxy clusters, environment of supermassive black holes, mapping dark matter, surpasses next full year in space today, launched 1999.
China National Space Administration (CNSA) spacecraft at Guang Han Gong "Moon Palace", Sinus Iridum / Mare Imbrium, 44.12°N 19.51°W, surpasses another full year on Moon surface, landed 2013.
NASA Wide-field Infrared Survey Explorer spacecraft (redubbed Near-Earth Object WISE – NEOWISE) surpasses another full year in space today; launched 2009, went into hibernation February 17, 2011 and reactivated August 21, 2013.
Surpassing 4th full year / entering 5th year in lunar orbit, Korea Aerospace Research Institute (KARI) first lunar spacecraft Danuri launched in Aug 2022 and reached Moon in Dec 2022.
Global Experts Group on Sustainable Lunar Activities continues discussions on ongoing workstreams and priorities related to the sustainable exploration and use of the Moon, with focus on expert dialogue, coordination, and long-term strategic planning for responsible lunar activities.
ESA spacecraft surpasses another full year in space today; now in extended mission phase working to map more than 1 billion stars; launched in 2013.
10:49 HST (00:49 UTC); the Sun reaches the point where it is farthest South of the celestial equator, marking the shortest day and longest night of the year (opposite in Southern Hemisphere).