At Great Meadow equestrian center and conservation park. Student teams who have designed, built and launched their rockets into the Top 100 will compete for the title of National Champion and have a chance to represent the USA at the International Rocketry Challenge, whether held at the Farnborough Air Show […]
Launch window 08:50-09:04 EDT | 02:50-03:04 HST for mobile communications network satellites to LEO, replacing MDA existing ones with new ones built by Globalstar. Rocket Lab constructed the satellite buses and launch dispensers.
Mission Specialist, space shuttle Challenger (STS-7); Mission Specialist, space shuttle Challenger (STS-51-B); Mission Specialist, space shuttle Atlantis (STS-30); Payload Commander, space shuttle Discovery (STS-42); Researcher, Soyuz TM-71 / Mir 18. "Astronaut Encounter" and autograph signing included with admission; can purchase "Chat with an Astronaut." Licensed physician; former Marine Corps Reserve […]
Launch window 19:11-23:11 PDT | 16:11-20:11 HST for 24 internet satellites. First stage Booster B1100 expected to land on ASDS OCISLY after this 6th flight. These satellites add to the existing 10,000+ operational Starlink satellites.
Galactic Center of the Milky Way is instrumental in mapping and understanding galaxies since it is the closest galactic nucleus to us. At Brno Observatory and Planetarium, Kraví hora 522/2. Despite many detailed, multiwavelength studies of the central regions of our Galaxy, we still have many open questions concerning its […]
At University of Turku; expecting up to 200 participants. Look at events page for the welcome reception on Monday and the Astronomy on Tap event on Tuesday, and at the “things to do while in Turku” page for other ways to spend your time.
Set for 00:52 French Guiana Time UTC-3 | 17:52 HST May 18 to send astrophysics satellite to elliptical orbit. Joint mission between the European Space Agency and the Chinese Academy of Sciences to investigate the interaction between Earth’s protective shield – the magnetosphere – and the supersonic solar wind.
Prof. Joe Silk to discuss the Moon as the next great frontier for astronomy. Terrestrial telescopes are facing a crisis as our night skies become increasingly crowded and bright. The solution? Looking upward—and staying there. Join IAU Commission C2 (Communicating Astronomy with the Public) on 19 May 2026 for a fascinating […]
South Korea's solid‑fuel space launch vehicle, commonly abbreviated GYŪB (Korean: Goche Yeonlyo Uju Balsache or 고체연료 우주발사체), is an orbital booster developed by the state-run Agency for Defense Development (ADD). It is based on solid propellant stages, with a liquid-fuel post‑boost stage (PBS), designed to deploy small satellites—particularly synthetic aperture […]
Commercial Space Policy Summit runs concurrently with ASCEND visionary sessions, inspiring speakers, and a community spirit that welcomes everyone who loves space. Emphasis on 5 space areas: economy, law, exploration, technology, security. At the Washington Hilton, 1919 Connecticut Ave NW. This year's Policy and Law programming is more relevant than […]
Annual international conference dedicated to cybersecurity for space and satellite systems, bringing together satellite operators, space agencies, manufacturers, cybersecurity experts, and policymakers to discuss threats, regulations, and best practices for securing space infrastructures. Expecting 1,000+ attendees this year with 80+ speakers and 60+ exhibitors. The event focuses on practical, operational […]
China Queqiao “bridge of magpies” satellite reaches 8 full years in space today, launched 2018 to provide far side communications to Earth from Chang'E-4 lander / rover.
Launch window 08:45-12:45 India Time | HST 17:15-21:15 May 20 for Earth-observing satellite to geostationary orbit above India. Expected to be 5th successful launch of GSLV Mk II.
To be held Jan 11-15 2027 in Orlando FL, USA, expecting 6,000+ attendees from 46+ countries. Presentations and papers can be an effective way to hone scientific and technical ideas, introduce your work to aerospace colleagues, and refine your research questions. Present at AIAA SciTech Forum to gain expert feedback […]
29 satellites for broadband internet going to LEO on this launch, part of planned 7,000+ to be in 98 orbital planes in three altitudes, 590 / 610 / 630 kilometers. Atlas V rocket first stage uses RD-180 engine built by Russia that burns kerosene / liquid oxygen, and RL10 engine […]
Launch set for 21:30 New Zealand Daylight Time | HST 23:30 May 21 for Earth-imaging synthetic aperture radar satellite built by Synspective of Japan.
Launch window open 17:30-19:00 CDT | 12:30-14:00 HST | 22:30 UTC for 12th flight overall of 2-stage Starship vehicle and 1st of bigger / more-powerful Version 3 / V3, with higher thrust utilizing new Raptor 3 engines. Launch date subject to final final vehicle testing, site readiness (including the new […]
Another batch of 24 satellites to launch as part of the Starlink space-based Internet communication mega-constellation.
Launch scheduled for 23:08 Beijing Time | 15:08 UTC | 05:08 HST of 3 Taikonauts to Tiangong Space Station - one member to stay aboard Tiangong for one year, allowing for Pakistani Astronaut visit around October / November.
Launch window open 07:41-11:41 EDT | 11:41-15:41 UTC | 01:41-05:41 HST for 29 internet satellites; 1st-stage booster B1078 expected to land on ASDS ASOG after this 28th use.
Theme "Democratizing Astronomy Communication in the era of accessible Artificial Intelligence" will bring together astronomy communicators from around the world, both online and in-person in Armenia. At Ani Plaza Hotel. Conference dinner will be at Voskevaz Winery. Special visit to be made to Byurakan Astrophysical Observatory. Pre- and post-conference tours […]
At 14:00 EDT | 18:00 UTC | 08:00 HST, NASA personnel including Administrator Isaacman will discuss plans and progress toward a sustained presence on the lunar surface, a Moon Base. Speaking at NASA Headquarters, leadership will discuss program progress, including new industry partners and mission plans. Subject matter experts will […]
Founders and startup teams: The window to secure a distinctive advantage in the space economy is closing. The 2026 Orbital Edge Accelerator connects high-potential ventures with $500,000–$750,000 in private capital, expert mentorship, and access to space-based testing—alongside eligibility for a $100,000 non-dilutive Boeing-funded prize. Backed by Context Ventures, Cook Inlet […]
Expecting 2,000+ attendees, 225+ presenters, 200+ exhibitors at RAI Convention Centre, with business, defense and technical tracks, as well as Space Generation Advisory Council SGAC Young Professionals Forum.
Organized by the von Karman Institute for Fluid Dynamics, the 32nd AIAA/CEAS Aeroacoustics Conference (Aeroacoustics 2026) is the premier international forum dedicated to aeroacoustics research and innovation. The AIAA/CEAS Aeroacoustics Conference 2026 continues to be the leading international platform for the exchange of scientific and technical knowledge in the field […]
13:00 EDT | 17:00 UTC | 07:00 HST; Featuring: Andrew Aldrin, Program Coordinator, Masters of Space Operations, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University | Hoyt Davidson, Founder & Managing Partner, Near Earth LLC | Chris Salvino, CEO & Founder, Lunar Helium-3 Mining | Jack Gregg, Adjunct Professor & Author | moderator Courtney Smith, […]
"Bridging Japan and the World's Space Business", visitors are invited to discover innovations, network, collaborate, and get educated about the latest advancements in space. At Tokyo Big Sight (Tokyo International Exhibition Center), located at 3-11-1 Ariake, Kōtō-ku, Tokyo 135-0063, in the Ariake Minami district of Tokyo Waterfront City (Odaiba area). […]
Launch window open 07:00-11:00 PDT | 14:00-18:00 UTC | 04:00-08:00 HST for 24 internet satellites; 1st-stage booster B1082 expected to land on ASDS OCISLY after this 22nd use.
Online from 11:00-16:00 EDT | 05:00-10:00 HST | 15:00-20:00 UTC, will feature presentations and panels with speakers from academia, industry, nonprofit and government. Agenda and registration available here: https://lsic.jhuapl.edu/Events/Agenda/index.php?id=63600027
11:00-17:00 EDT | 08:00-14:00 PDT | 05:00-11:00 HST -- NASA updates will highlight the stunning triumph of Artemis II, as well as progress across the many teams working to achieve lunar surface science and exploration objectives. Presenters will share developments in hardware, operations, and training concepts underway across the agency […]
Launch window open 07:52-11:52 EDT | 11:52-15:52 UTC | 01:52-05:52 HST for 29 internet satellites; 1st-stage booster B1085 expected to land on ASDS ASOG after this 16th use.
Launch window open 19:33-20:02 EDT | 13:33-14:02 HST | 23:33 May 29 - 00:02 May 30 UTC for 29 communications satellites to LEO for broadband internet service.
22:46 HST on May 30 | 08:46 UTC on May 31.
Launch window open 19:00-23:00 PDT | 16:00-20:00 HST | 02:00-06:00 June 1 UTC for 24 internet satellites; 1st-stage booster B1088 expected to land on ASDS OCISLY after this 16th use.
Held online every 5 years, this year June 30-July 4; broad categories included science / engineering, art / media, philosophy / policy.
Six Premier Awards, a dozen Technical Excellence Awards, Lectureship, Service and Publication Awards, and more -- all nominations are due online today by 23:59 EDT, with references due July 1.
This meeting is to provide information to NASA so it can develop a prioritized list of factors that contribute to the potential release of terrestrial bioburden on the Mars surface and the likelihood of microbial survival and replication. Quantitative and qualitative guidance on individual and multiple growth-limiting/growth-promoting conditions are needed […]
1–3 June will involve solicited technical paper presentations at The Royal Aeronautical Society in London, UK, followed by an advanced materials seminar on 4–5 June, hosted by The National Aerospace Library in Farnborough, UK and Heathcoat Fabrics Limited in Tiverton, UK.
10:00-11:30 ET at 2325 Rayburn House Office Building, 45 Independence Ave SW; Members of Congress, congressional staff, policymakers, and the general public are welcome. Seats are limited; registration is required: https://harnessing-the-moon-to-enable-mars.eventbrite.com Experts will detail how NASA’s lunar surface plans should be developed in a manner that will advance the goal […]
Uniting Space and Earth for Climate Resilience. The conference will bring together the international community, space agencies, industry, government, academia and NGOs, and representatives of non-space sectors involved in the climate change debate. All will converge in Kigali, Rwanda to present results, exchange ideas, debate roadmaps and discuss the future […]
Expecting 300 exhibitors, 500 companies, 25 countries, 3,000 B2B (business to business) meetings
4500 expected attendees are invited to discover the latest advancements in the space supply chain by connecting with over 350 companies who offer cutting-edge solutions, including electronics, materials, testing, components, and more. In this dynamic and fast-changing industry, there’s no better opportunity to meet face-to-face. At Hall A, Anaheim Convention […]
As it has done since 1999, this conference will bring together world experts from space agencies, research organizations, academia, the space private sector, the mining supply chain, the oil and gas industry, equipment manufacturers, and financial, policy, and legal experts to present innovative approaches in space resource identification, technology development, utilization, […]
The 176th meeting of the Aeronautics and Space Engineering Board will be held June 2-3, the 192nd meeting of the Space Studies Board will be held June 2-4, the meeting of the Board on Physics and Astronomy will be held June 3-5. There will be joint ASEB/SSB and SSB/BPA sessions. […]
Launch window 07:00-11:00 PDT | 14:00-18:00 UTC | 04:00-08:00 HST for 24 internet satellites; 1st stage booster B1088 is expected to return and land on ASDS OCISLY after this 16th flight.
Launch window 04:02-08:02 EDT | 08:02-12:02 UTC | HST 22:02 June 2 - 02:02 June 3 for 29 internet satellites; 1st stage reusable booster B1090 expected to land on ASDS ASOG after this 12th flight.
NASA seeks proposals by 17:00 EDT for Lunar Enabling Infrastructure Accelerator (LEIA) from USA institutions regarding vertical solar arrays, in situ resource utilization (ISRU) oxygen production systems, Stirling radioisotope generators, in-space manufacturing, and advanced nanomaterials production.
Launch scheduled for 19:41-19:51 Beijing Time | 11:41-11:51 UTC | 01:41-01:51 HST
At Marriott Downtown Long Beach Hotel
This 44th Annual ISDC brings together visionaries in spaceflight, the NewSpace economy, and space settlement for 4 days of groundbreaking discussions and insights. A Moon Symposium will be Sunday, June 7, 10:00-18:00. Connect with NASA Astronauts including Harrison Schmitt, top space industry executives, researchers, engineers and academics shaping the new […]
Design-build-launch competition for space-related topics open to teams from universities and colleges. Teams must be able to design and build a space-type system, following the approved competition guide, and then compete against each at the end of two semesters to determine the winners. Rockets will be provided but teams are […]
Today marks 4th full year / starts 5th year of continuous Human occupation of TSS; Shenzhou 14 three-member crew launched on this day in 2022, beginning occupation.
Launch window 13:00-17:00 Beijing Time | 05:00-09:00 UTC | HST June 4 19:00-23:00, possibly for SpaceSail Polar Orbit LEO communication satellites.
Celebrate the 40th Anniversary of Top Gun with the real Maverick of NASA, Astronaut Scott “Scooter” Altman. Altman played a pivotal role in the iconic movie, performing many of the aerial stunts in the 1986 film Top Gun. Hear his firsthand tales from the movie and his real-life experience as […]
Astronaut Ken Cameron, Pilot or Commander for 3 Space Shuttle flights with 561+ hours in space, gives his personal account and reflects on his experiences, then engages in Q&A; part of a Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex tour that includes other locations, shows, transportation among them, and catered lunch. Includes […]
Sample-return spacecraft Tianwen-2 will perform an orbit-insertion burn at asteroid 469219 Kamoʻoalewa on Sunday, June 7, 13 months after its launch in May 2025. It is expected to begin collecting samples early next month. https://www.techtimes.com/articles/317613/20260602/tianwen-2-asteroid-orbit-insertion-set-june-7-amateurs-decode-telemetry.htm Kamoʻoalewa, formally designated 2016 HO3, was discovered in April 2016 by the Pan-STARRS 1 telescope […]
Launch window open 14:00-18:00 Korea Time | 05:00-09:00 UTC | HST is 19:00-23:00 on June 7; to LEO for first orbital full-version launch after 2 sub-orbital tests.
Launch window 06:07-10:07 EDT | 10:07-14:07 UTC | 00:07-04:07 HST for 29 internet satellites; 1st stage booster B1067 expected to land on ASDS ASOG in the Atlantic Ocean after this 35th use.
Running until August 15, 10-week paid summer academy for analytical and laboratory skills in planetary sample science. At LPI, near NASA Johnson.
About 125 financial analysts from 21 banks are scheduled to meet with SpaceX on June 7. On June 8, executives and bankers will pitch the IPO to investors. On June 11, SpaceX will host 1,500 retail investors, said Chief Financial Officer Bret Johnsen. Elon Musk reported wants to set aside […]
The only aviation event that covers the entire integrated spectrum of aviation business, research, development and technology. At Manchester Grand Hyatt.
At 11:00 EDT | 15:00 UTC | 07:00 HST NASA will announce the Artemis III crew at a live press conference with mission update. It will take place at Johnson Space Center in Houston and will stream on NASA+ <https://plus.nasa.gov> and the NASA YouTube Channel <https://www.youtube.com/@NASA>. The four astronauts named will […]
Launch set for 16:20 Beijing Time | 23:20 UTC | HST 16:20 June 8.
Focus on nuclear technologies to enable exploration missions to the Moon, Mars and the outer solar system, the workshop will also address the legal, regulatory, safety, and technical dimensions. 1992 Principles Relevant to the Use of Nuclear Power Sources in Outer Space and 2009 Safety Framework for Nuclear Power Source […]
We are delighted to invite you to the Canadian Astronomical Society's Annual General Meeting, CASCA 2026: MIL-ion Futures of Astrophysics, taking place from June 9-11, 2026 at the Université de Montréal's Campus MIL—a vibrant research hub at the crossroads of Montréal's scientific and cultural life. This flagship event will gather more than 300 astronomers, […]
Launch window 09:53-11:52 Japan Standard Time | 00:53-02:52 UTC | HST 14:53-16:52 June 9, although Launch Reserve Period goes through June 30. On board are a dummy main payload called Vehicle Evaluation Payload 5 or VEP-5, along with several small satellites: PETREL, STARS-X, BRO-22, VERTECS, and HORN-L/R space debris mitigation […]
Launch window 14:00-18:00 Beijing Time | 06:00-10:00 UTC | HST 20:00 June 9 - 00:00 June 10 for liquid-fueled rocket able to take ~25,000 kg to LEO or ~14,000 kg to GTO.
Launch window open 07:00-11:00 PDT | 14:00-18:00 UTC | 04:00-08:00 HST for 24 internet satellites; 1st stage booster B1071 expected to land on ASDS OCISLY in the Pacific Ocean after this 34th use.
Launch window 08:30-14:30 Beijing Time | HST 14:30-20:30 June 9. Smart Dragon-3 is a solid-fuel orbital rocket designed by a subsidiary of CASC for the commercial market.
Seen in the sunrise direction in the dark hour before dawn, with a predicted rate of 60 to 200 per hour, 2026 will have a thick waxing crescent Moon so watch from a place in the Moon shadow or with a distant object that blocks moonlight. Called the most-active daytime […]
Online event of the Extreme Precision Radial Velocity (EPRV) Research Coordination Network will focus on synergies between EPRV and solar physics. 08:00-10:30 PDT | 16:00-18:30 UTC | 05:00-07:30 HST. The Extreme Precision Radial Velocity (EPRV) community aims to robustly detect temperate, Earth-mass planets orbiting nearby Sun-like stars via Doppler shift […]
100,000 visitors expected for the largest aerospace trade show in Germany at Berlin ExpoCenter Airport. Space is a major segment of 300+ speakers and 750+ exhibitors from ~37 countries. The origins of this Internationale Luftfahrtausstellung (International Aeronautical Exhibition) date to 1909, making it the pioneer of all aerospace shows, according […]
At United Nations Office at Vienna, Vienna International Centre, Wagramerstrasse 5. Action Team on Lunar Activities Consultation meets 13:00-13:55 Vienna time/CEST in Room M2, M-Building, on June 10, 12 and 16.
Launch set for 00:00 EDT | 04:00 UTC | HST 18:00 June 10 for Hypersonic Accelerator Suborbital Test Electron (HASTE) program.
Held during the New Moon, included are nightly telescope viewing, astrophotography workshops, and speakers including Amber Straughn, NASA Goddard Communications Project Scientist for the James Webb Space Telescope. Free with park admission.
Launch window 08:27-12:27 EDT | 12:27-16:27 UTC | 02:27-06:27 HST for 29 internet satellites; 1st stage booster B1080 expected to land on ASDS ASOG in the Atlantic Ocean after this 27th use.
Axiom Space Chief Technology Officer, and Astronaut, Koichi Wakata will speak at Singapore Polytechnic, 500 Dover Road, from 09:30-11:30 Singapore Time. An Astronaut with over 33 years of experience in human space activities and a recognized leader in the global space community, Dr Koichi leads the expansion of Axiom Space's […]
09:00-10:00 CEST Room M5, with moderator Giuseppe Reibaldi and Alice Gorman (Moon Village Assn), Niklas Hedman (COSPAR), Richard Green (International Astronomical Union), Marius Piso (International Academy of Astronautics) and others.
Session 9:00 PT (12:00 ET) to overview the Falcon 9 upper stage which is expected to impact the lunar surface on 05 August 2026. The upper stage is from the launch vehicle that launched the Hakuto-R Mission 2 lander and NASA's CLPS Blue Ghost-1 lander to the Moon. This impact […]
NASA, Cal-tech high-energy astrophysics satellite surpasses another year in space, having launched on this day in 2012.
Launch window 07:00-11:00 PDT | 14:00-18:00 UTC | 04:00-08:00 HST|for 24 internet satellites; 1st stage booster B1093 expected to land on ASDS OCISLY in the Pacific Ocean after this 14th use.
NASA’s Exoplanet Program Analysis Group (ExoPAG) meetings are a vital platform where the science community can actively shape the future of exoplanet exploration. Online and at Pasadena Convention Center, 300 E Green Street for attendees of the AAS meeting. By participating in the ExoPAG, you have the unique opportunity to […]
20:00-22:00 HST | UTC 06:00-08:00 June 16 | New Zealand Time 18:00-20:00 June 16. Learn from like-minded and passionate space enablers building their ecosystem and industry from different parts of the world. If you are interested in sharing your current space project (5 minutes) to the group during the session, […]
IREC isn’t just a competition, it’s a launchpad for innovation and careers. This year, 175 teams have successfully applied and been accepted to participate in the 2026 IREC -- to push the limits of high-powered rocketry, applying classroom theory to real-world engineering challenges, and break new IREC records! The Experimental […]
Launch window 16:00-20:00 Beijing Time | 08:00-12:00 UTC | HST 22:00 Jun 15 - 02:00 June 16.
Launch set for 14:39-16:15 EDT to deliver AST SpaceMobile’s Block 2 BlueBird satellites to LEO.
New Year 1 Muharram (1st day) to begin at sunset on Jun 16; if young New Moon is not visible the beginning of the month and year may be delayed.
08:53 local time; launch of broadband internet Amazon Leo, formerly known as Project Kuiper, satellites to Low Earth Orbit.
Launch 19:54-20:29 PDT of satellites for a reconnaissance satellite constellation built by SpaceX and Northrop Grumman for the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) to provide imaging and other reconnaissance capabilities.
Investors and entrepreneurs meet, hear speakers, network. 18:00-21:00 PDT.
08:40 local time; launch of Synthetic aperture radar satellite for Japanese Earth imaging company Synspective to Sun-Synchronous Orbit.
Main ShuttleFest is 09:00-17:00 June 20-21 (Sat-Sun) for a 2-day fellowship among space workers, space lovers and space fliers, including Astronauts Mike Baker, "Hoot" Gibson, Steven Hawley, Susan Kilrain, Mike Mullane, Nicole Stott, Norm Thagard. Saturday panel discussions theme: “Americans in Russian Spaceships” featuring Norm Thagard, Mike Baker and Hoot […]
Short course “Low-Cost EDL Missions and Technologies” occurs June 20-21, with Workshop on June 22-26; at JHU Bloomberg Center. About the Workshop The International Planetary Probe Workshop is an annual congregation of scientists, engineers, and technologists from around the world working in disciplines supporting planetary probes for exploration. The first […]
Annual international conference that brings together around 200 researchers, engineers, and professionals working on lunar science and exploration. Hosted each year in a different European city, ELS provides a key forum for presenting cutting-edge research, fostering collaborations, and discussing Europe's role in the future of lunar exploration. We are excited […]
From the Gagarin Cosmonaut Training Center in Star City, Russia, NASA astronaut Anil Menon to participate in media event; Menon is set to fly to ISS July 14 aboard Soyuz MS-29.
Meeting is dedicated entirely to the latest developments in all Astronomy, Astrophysics and Space Science related themes. The conference will highlight particular areas of promising technological development, and support the unifying themes of all Astronomy, Astrophysics and Space Science. Don't miss the unique workshop, "Shaping Future Eco-Friendly Habitats for Mars […]
Sessions include both invited and contributed. A public talk will highlight recent developments, bring science to a new audience and advertise to recruit new scientists to the field. At University of Chicago.
NASA spacecraft reaches 17 full years in Moon orbit today; launched Jun 18, 2009, arrived at Moon 5 days later.
Undisclosed payload on China's Long March 7A rocket from Hainan Island.
Demonstration mission for SpaceX’s Project Starfall, which aims to mass-produce reentry capsules designed to autonomously transport valuable customer experiments and other payloads safely back from space to Earth, including for in-orbit manufacturing. The disk-shaped vehicle acts as an autonomous commercial platform for producing pharmaceuticals, semiconductors, and advanced crystals in microgravity. […]
At 11:00 am ET: How lunar operators should make decisions in the absence of a true regulatory framework. Featuring Aaron Mackey.
“Learning from Experiences, Achievements, and Resolution Navigation” — Representatives from multiple NASA centers and outside organizations meet to advance NASA goals via networking, information exchange, and collaborative learning. By invitation to those affiliated with a NASA-funded SmallSat mission.
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 — […]
From 2:00-3:30 pm ET: 4th virtual colloquium featuring author Andy Chaikin, who has written extensively about the Apollo lunar program and astronauts.
Theme is Pioneering Innovations in Space Technology: India’s Journey towards Global Partnerships; key topics include entrepreneurship, legal aspects, lunar exploration. 850+ participants expected from 36+ countries, for 215+ speakers in 44+ sessions. At Le Meridien.
At NASDAQ MarketSite. Follows Q1 2026 Space IQ briefing.
NASA ARTEMIS P1 craft surpasses another year in lunar orbit since 2011; it was 1 of 5 satellites launched 2007 to study Earth magnetosphere.
Featuring technical discussions, mission updates, and topics such as asteroid characterization, deflection strategies and upcoming close encounters. The conference was last held in-person and online on Saturday, June 28, 2025, with in-person activities at the Culver City Julian Dixon Library in California, designed to bring together professionals, leaders and the […]
Another batch of 24 Starlink satellites to launch to LEO for SpaceX's space-based Internet communication system.
23:57 UTC (13:57 HST).
Exoplanet research is experiencing exciting times. Space missions and cutting-edge ground-based instruments are continually uncovering new populations of planets and enabling their detailed characterization. Along with advancements in theoretical models, these discoveries are providing unprecedented insights into the processes of planet formation and evolution, while also revealing the interiors and […]
At Swiss Tech Convention Centre. Sessions include: Exoplanets and the Galactic Environment, Planet Formation, How to Deal with Interference from Satellite Constellations.
UN-Sanctioned annual, global asteroid awareness program supporting thousands of independently organized events, providing educational resources; held on June 30, the anniversary of the Tunguska event in 1908 when a meteor air burst levelled about 2,150 km² of forest in Siberia, Russia.
"The World Needs More Space" is theme for this 77th International Astronautical Congress, being hosted in for the first time in Türkiye. Save up to 500 Euros on early registration. Turkish Airlines is officially associated and is offering discounts: https://iac2026.org/official-carrier Use the code 004TKH26 for discount.
14:30 ET, NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman and Carlos García-Galán, Moon Base program manager will host a virtual conversation to share updates to NASA’s plans to build a Moon Base on the lunar surface.
Online event held every 5 years, keynote speakers include SRI president Bernard Foing, Michelle Hanlon, Madhu Thangavelu, Frank White, Rick Tumlinson, Giuseppe Reibaldi. SRI is now an official Observer for UN COPUOS. Legacy of Gerard K. O'Neill space settlement concepts is of great relevance to SRI, and they advocate for […]
Join Open Lunar Foundation, JAOPS/Dymon, and COSPAR for a milestone event marking the release of the first mission dataset on the Lunar Ledger platform. This webinar introduces the first lunar mission dataset to be made publicly accessible through Lunar Ledger, featuring data from the YAOKI rover mission flown aboard Intuitive Machines Mission 2. The release represents […]
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.
Commercial communication satellites to launch to LEO for Shanghai Spacesail Technologies from Commercial LC-1 pad.
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.
The mission aims for the LINK spacecraft to rendezvous with the Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory craft and boost its orbit, under a Small Business Innovation Research Phase 3 contract between NASA and Katalyst Space Technologies. Air launch-to-orbit is how the Pegasus XL operates. It can carry up to 443 kg […]
Dozens of microsatellites and nanosatellites for commercial and government customers to launch to Sun-Synchronous Orbit.
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.
First launch of the Long March 10B rocket and an attempted booster recovery from sea. Long March 10B is a partially reusable cargo-optimized variant of China's next-generation Long March 10 rocket family. Launching from Commercial LC-2 pad.
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.
Private company Orienspace to launch Gravity-1 rocket from the offshore Haiyang launch site.
First test flight of private company Skyroot Aerospace of India, launching its Vikram-1 vehicle with cubesats.
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.