• 2026 NASA Human Research Program Investigators’ Workshop

    Online

    For more information, visit the NASA Human Research Program Investigators' Workshop event page; this year's event will be held in a virtual format only.  Continue to visit the page provided above for registration details. ASP members have the option to attend the event as a group.

  • Launch KAIROS / Flight 3

    Spaceport Kii, ~33.5N, Kushimoto, Wakayama Prefecture, Japan

    Launch window 11:00-11:20 UTC+9 (16:00-16:20 Mar 3 HT) for 4 satellites to Sun-Synchronous Orbit, TATARA-1R, SC-Sat1a, HErO and AETS-1, launching on a 4-stage all-solid-fuel small-satellite vehicle Space One is a private launch service founded in 2018 by Canon Electronics, IHI Aerospace, Shimizu (construction company) and Development Bank of Japan (supported […]

  • Launch Falcon 9 / Starlink Group 10-40

    SLC-40 (~28°N), Cape Canaveral SFS FL, USA

    Launch window 01:58-05:58 EST (20:58 Mar 3 - 00:58 Mar 4 HST) for 29 internet satellites; 1st stage Booster B1080 expected to land on ASDS ASOG after this flight, its 25th re-use.

  • Launch Falcon 9 / Starlink Group 17-18

    SLC-4E (~35°N), Vandenberg SFB CA, USA

    Launch window 13:00-17:00 PST (11:00-15:00 HST) for 25 internet satellites; booster B1097 expected to land after this 7th re-use on ASDS barge OCISLY.

  • Space-Comm Expo Europe 2026

    London, United Kingdom

    At ExCel London; expecting ~6,000 participants, 200+ speakers, 250+ exhibitors. Keynote speakers include Greg Autry. Connect, collaborate and explore cutting-edge technologies across upstream, downstream and space services. With live demonstrations and expert panels, an opportunity to forge meaningful partnerships and drive commercial growth in the rapidly evolving space sector.

  • Payload Space 5-Year Anniversary Happy Hour

    El Segundo CA, USA

    Celebrate, connect, and talk space with us at 17:00 PST, Lil' Simmzy's on the Deck – 850 South Sepulveda Boulevard. After a little weather-induced reschedule, we’re back—bringing together the community for drinks, light bites, and the conversations that keep this industry moving. Plus, help us raise a glass to Payload’s […]

  • Abstract Submissions Due for 77th International Astronautical Congress (IAC 2026)

    Online

    Final extension. Congress will be in Antalya, Türkiye, October 5-9, 2026, under the ambitious and forward-looking theme: “The World Needs More Space”, and invites bold thinking, across disciplines, across sectors and across traditional boundaries. Creative crossovers and fresh perspectives are not only welcome but encouraged. Conference website: https://www.iac2026.org/ Info video: […]

  • Astronomy and Astrophysics Advisory Committee Meeting

    Online

    Online 13:00-17:00 EST (08:00-12:00 HST) U.S. National Science Foundation committee meets to provide advice and recommendations to NASA, National Science Foundation (NSF) and Department of Energy (DOE). The committee will hear presentations by representatives from NSF, NASA, DOE and other agencies relevant to astronomy and astrophysics. The primary purpose of […]

  • Launch Falcon 9 / Starlink Group 17-18

    SLC-4E (~35°N), Vandenberg SFB CA, USA

    Launch window 02:59-06:58 PST (00:59-04:58 HST) for 25 internet satellites; after this 7th re-use, booster B1097 expected to land on ASDS barge OCISLY in the Pacific Ocean.

  • Wales and West Spacefest

    Bristol, United Kingdom

    09:30-17:00 UT at Aerospace Bristol Museum; The BIS will have a stand at this event, as astronomy societies from Bristol and Cardiff, and Bath Astronomers, alongside the Museum itself and the Herschel Museum present a full day of talks, lectures, children’s activities and show space hardware from the Museum’s collection.

  • BIS West Midlands Branch: Pets in Space

    Online

    14:00-15:15 UT; For almost twenty thousand years, human beings have shared their lives with their animal companions. Cats and dogs have accompanied explorers and settlers wherever they have ventured, across deserts, through deepest jungles, to the frozen extremes of the poles and across (and even below) the world’s oceans. Cats […]

  • Launch RV-X VTVL / Test flight

    Noshiro Rocket Testing Center (~40°N), Akita Prefecture, Japan

    1st test flight of vertical-takeoff-and-vertical-landing RV-X small rocket (6.76 m tall, 1.83 m dia., 3,138 kg); 2nd test flight planned for March 14. RV-X is the first of two flight experiments planned by JAXA in developing a reusable 1st stage for a next-generation launch vehicle. A 2nd vehicle planned to […]

  • Goddard: 100 Years Anniversary Celebration

    Greenbelt MD, USA

    Goddard named his rocket "Nell"; celebrate the 100th anniversary of its flight. 13:00-15:00 EST, at NASA Goddard Visitor Center, ICESat Road. Opportunity to launch your own model rocket with the NARHAMS Rocket Club; rain date March 14.

  • Canadian CubeSat Conference (CCC 2026)

    Montréal, Quebec, Canada

    Inaugural conference aims to enable resource sharing and collaboration while building next-gen engineers. Canadian Space Agency offers grants for attendance to postsecondary students to attend. At John Molson School of Business, Concordia University.

    C$75 – C$150
  • 47th IEEE Aerospace Conference (2026)

    Big Sky MT, USA

    The international IEEE Aerospace Conference, with AIAA and PHM Society as technical cosponsors, is organized to promote interdisciplinary understanding of aerospace systems, their underlying science and technology, and their applications to government and commercial endeavors. The annual, week-long conference is set in a stimulating and thought-provoking environment.

  • Launch Falcon 9 / Starlink Group 17-31

    SLC-4E (~35°N), Vandenberg SFB CA, USA

    Launch window 03:58-07:58 PDT (00:58-04:58 HST) for 25 internet satellites; booster B1071 after this 32nd re-use is expected to land on ASDS OCISLY.

  • WM2026: Efficient and Innovative Nuclear Materials and Technology Solutions

    Phoenix AZ, USA

    52nd annual Waste Management Symposia (WM) expects 2,500+ attendees, 900 organizations, 30 countries, and 200 exhibitors—to exchange insights, tackle key challenges, and explore groundbreaking solutions. This dynamic forum unites global experts to drive safe, cost-effective solutions for handling radioactive materials and decommissioning nuclear facilities. At Phoenix Convention Center, 100 N. […]

    $65
  • Launch Falcon 9 / EchoStar 25

    SLC-40 (~28°N), Cape Canaveral SFS FL, USA

    Launch window EDT 23:14 Mar 9 - 01:43 Mar 10 (17:14-19:43 Mar 9 HST); going to GTO, EchoStar 25 is a direct broadcast satellite for the DISH network, built on the Maxar 1300 series platform to deliver content across North America via a high-power, multi-spot beam payload.

  • Mary Jackson Lecture: Fluid Mechanics with Ivett Leyva

    Online

    A Wondering Fluid Mechanics Scientific Career is Ivett Leyva's title for description of her remarkable career, including preventing rocket explosions, testing propulsion and enhancing scientific understanding of hypersonic flight. Streaming live at 12:00-13:00 EDT (06:00 HST); registration required. Ivett A. Leyva, Ph.D., P.E. Associate Dean for Research, Fort Worth Campus, […]

  • Abstracts Due for Space Resources Roundtable XXVI

    Online

    To be held June 2-5, 2026, at Colorado School of Mines, to bring together participants around the world from space agencies, research organizations, academia, the space private sector, the mining supply chain, the energy industry, equipment manufacturers, and financial, policy, and legal experts to present innovative approaches in space resource identification, extraction, […]

  • Launch Firefly Alpha / Stairway to Seven (Flight 7)

    SLC-2W (~35°N), Vandenberg SFB CA, USA

    Launch window open 17:50-19:50 PDT (14:50-16:50 HST) for test flight of multiple Block II systems including avionics and thermals although the last flight in the current configuration, ahead of the upgrade on Flight 8. Follows April 2025 launch failure.

  • Satellite Building Workshop

    Singapore

    For undergraduates in STEM-related courses. At Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD), established in 2012 in collaboration with Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

  • Meeting of the NOAA Science Advisory Board

    College Park MD, USA

    Includes Space Weather subject on agenda as well as Data Assimilation / Machine Learning / A.I.; online option available, and in-person at NCWCP Conference Center, 5830 University Research Court. 09:00-17:00 EDT each day.

  • Launch Falcon 9 / Starlink Group 17-31

    SLC-4E (~35°N), Vandenberg SFB CA, USA

    Launch window 03:58-07:58 PDT (00:58-04:58 HST) for 25 internet satellites; after this 32nd re-use, booster B1071 expected to land on ASDS barge OCISLY in the Pacific Ocean.

  • Inaugural Online AIAA Book Talk

    Online

    American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) Book Talks highlight books and authors published by AIAA. The Anatomy of Autonomy concerns autonomous aerospace flight, is by Michael S Francis, Ella Atkins and CE "Noah" Flood, who all will discuss it at 11:00-12:00 EDT(UTC-4), (05:00-06:00 HST). The series provides a forum […]

  • Silicon Valley Astronomy Lecture Series: Pictures of Distant Worlds

    Los Altos Hills CA, USA

    At Smithwick Theater of Foothill College, 19:00 PDT, Bruce Macintosh (Director of the University of California Observatories) will give a free, illustrated, non-technical lecture. No admission charge; the college is a 12345 El Monte Road. In the past three decades, more than 6000 planets have been discovered orbiting other stars […]

  • Space Vehicle Design Courses

    Huntsville AL, USA

    In the 2 days prior to 48th Aerospace Mechanisms Symposium, Launchspace offers: Course 1: Fundamentals of Space Vehicle Mechanisms, https://www.launchspace.com/svm2026reg/ or Course 2: Compliant Mechanism Design, https://www.launchspace.com/cmdreg2026/ Either course is $995.

  • Launch Falcon 9 / Starlink Group 10-48

    SLC-40 (~28°N), Cape Canaveral SFS FL, USA

    Launch window 06:00-10:00 EDT (00:00-04:00 HST) for 29 internet satellites; after this 6th re-use, booster B1095 expected to land on ASDS barge JRTI.

  • Goddard Space Science Symposium (63rd AAS GSSS)

    Washington DC, USA

    Bringing the space community together to discuss the latest in the industry, including Moon communications and 2026 space policy. At National Housing Center, 1201 15th St NW, Washington DC and online. Speakers include Nicky Fox, Steve Isakowitz. Centennial of Robert Goddard's launch of the 1st liquid-fueled rocket is March 16, […]

    $20 – $875
  • Goddard Memorial Dinner

    Washington DC, USA

    69th annual event held in honor of Dr. Robert H. Goddard, convenes ~2,000 participants for presentation of the Goddard Trophy and for awards recognizing accomplishments in spaceflight, engineering, science, management and education. 18:30 EDT at Washington Hilton.

    $480
  • Launch Falcon 9 / Starlink Group 17-24

    SLC-4E (~35°N), Vandenberg SFB CA, USA

    Launch window 19:37-23:37 PDT (16:37-20:37 HST) for 25 internet satellites; after this 14th re-use, booster B1088 expected to land on ASDS barge OCISLY in the Pacific Ocean.

  • AIAA Los Angeles Section Town Hall: Movie Saturday with Michelle Evans

    Lakewood CA, USA

    Presenter / Speaker: Michelle Evans, AIAA Distinguished Speaker, at Iacoboni Library, 4990 Clark Avenue, 11:00 PDT. Evans is founder of Mach 25 Media (www.Mach25Media.com), and is a writer, photographer and communications specialist in aerospace, author of bestselling book “The X-15 Rocket Plane, Flying the First Wings into Space”. She will […]

  • Launch Falcon 9 / Starlink Group 10-46

    SLC-40 (~28°N), Cape Canaveral SFS FL, USA

    Launch window 07:11-11:11 EDT (01:11-05:11 HST) for 29 internet satellites; after this 11th re-use booster B1090 expected to land on ASDS barge ASOG in the Atlantic Ocean.

  • Goddard: Celebrating 100 Years Since Launch of 1st Liquid-Fueled Rocket

    Worldwide / Auburn MA, USA

    “Tried rocket at 2:30,” Robert Hutchings Goddard recounted in his diary on that frosty afternoon in 1926 at “Aunt Effie’s farm” in Auburn, Massachusetts. “It rose 41 ft, and went 184 ft, in 2.5 sec, after the lower half of nozzle has burned off,” he wrote. Goddard’s March 16th experiment marked […]

  • Spacewalk Preview News Conference

    Online

    Streaming live at 14:00 EDT | 08:00 HST | UTC-4 on NASA YouTube channel, news conference participants include: Bill Spetch, operations integration manager, and spacewalk flight directors Diana Trujillo and Ronak Dave, ahead of NASA astronauts Jessica Meir and Chris Williams spacewalking on March 18 to install a pair of […]

  • March Storm: Meetings with US Congressional Staffers

    Washington DC, USA

    Volunteers will advocate for space-related support and funding with members of United States Senate and US House of Representatives or their staff. Mandatory in-person training for advocates will be conducted Monday, March 16th, followed by meetings Tuesday and Wednesday in Senate and House offices on Capitol Hill. Details will be […]

    $50
  • 57th Lunar and Planetary Science Conference (LPSC)

    The Woodlands TX, USA

    Expecting 2,000+ for the latest science, research, discoveries; at Waterway Marriott and online. Abstract peer review drives selection of presenters from global scientific community. LPSC began in 1970 as Apollo 11 Lunar Science Conference.

    $400 – $700
  • Meet NASA Astronaut Steve Smith

    Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex FL, USA

    Astronaut Steven L. Smith flew as Mission Specialist on 3 Space Shuttles, Endeavor, Discovery and Atlantis, for 4 missions, STS-68, STS-82, STS-103 and STS-110. See him at the Astronaut Encounter, at the Chat With An Astronaut (additional ticket required) and for autograph signings at The Space Shop and Shuttle Express. […]

    US$62 – US$187
  • ISS / U.S. EVA #94

    Low Earth Orbit (LEO)

    NASA Astronauts Jessica Meir and Chris Williams will conduct U.S. spacewalk 94, exiting the Quest airlock at about 08:00 EDT | 12:00 UTC | 02:00 HST (video coverage beginning 1.5 hours ahead) to prepare the 2A power channel for the future International Space Station Roll-Out Solar Arrays (IROSA) installation. It will be […]

  • Goddard: Launching the Next 100 Years: Industry, Innovation & the Future of Space

    Worcester MA, USA

    Commemorating 100th anniversary of Robert H. Goddard’s historic rocket launch, open to the public, a panel including AIAA* President Dan Hastings discusses the future of space travel; at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI), 17:30-19:00 EDT; free but registration required. See other Goddard Centennial events here: https://firstlaunchcentennial.org/ Leaders from industry, research and […]

  • Lunar Exploration Analysis Group: LEAG Town Halls

    Online / The Woodlands TX, USA

    At 11:00 CDT in-person at The Woodlands TX, USA, and Online at 15:00 CDT / UTC-5, both including an update from the recent LEAG annual meeting, and an open discussion of plans for LEAG moving forward where we hope to hear from the community regarding your priorities and concerns. Zoom […]

  • 2nd Conference on Earth-Space Sustainability: Law, Stewardship, Equity

    Leiden, The Netherlands

    Earth and outer space have become increasingly intertwined environmentally, politically and philosophically, as satellite constellations multiply, lunar activities expand, and aspirations for Mars and beyond gain momentum. At Leiden University Academy Building, Rapenburg 73. This conference, hosted as part of the Earth-Space Sustainability (ESS) network, provides a critical forum for […]

    €200
  • Intuitive Machines Telecon for Financial Results: Q4 & FY 2025

    Online

    "Before the market opens" Following the news release, at 08:30 EDT, the Company will host a conference call to discuss the results as well as growth opportunities following the Lanteris Space Systems acquisition. To participate in the call, please dial (800) 715-9871 (USA & Canada) or (646) 307-1963 (International) and reference Conference […]

  • Launch Spectrum / Onward and Upward

    Andøya Spaceport, ~63°N, Norway

    Launch window 17:00-18:00 GFT (10:00-11:00 HST) for 2nd test flight of Isar Spectrum launch vehicle, to carry 5 cubesats to SSO, and ESA "Boost!" experiment: * CyBEEsat (TU Berlin) * TriSat-S (University of Maribor) * Platform 6 (EnduroSat) * FramSat-1 (NTNU) * SpaceTeamSat1 (TU Wien Space Team) * Let It […]

  • Webinar: Earth Observation at a Turning Point

    Online

    At 11:00 EDT | 15:00 UTC, subtitled "Who Benefits, Who Leads & What Comes Next?", session will address cloud computing, AI and Earth imagery, along with regulatory issues, pricing, and more, with focus on commerce and markets.

  • March Equinox

    Worldwide

    Occurs 04:45 HST / 14:45 UTC; March equinox is known as the vernal equinox (or spring equinox) in the Northern Hemisphere and as the autumnal equinox (or fall equinox) in the Southern Hemisphere; it is the equinox on the Earth when the subsolar point appears to leave the Southern Hemisphere […]

  • Film: SPACEWOMAN About Eileen Collins

    New York NY, USA

    Quad Cinema, 34 West 13th Street, will inaugurate showings of this film; 12:55, 14:45, 17:05, 19:00, 21:20 EDT. Their description: Astronaut Eileen Collins was the first woman to pilot and command an American spacecraft. Born on the other side of the tracks in upstate New York, she smashed many glass […]

  • Artemis II Roll-Out to Launch Pad

    SLC-39B, ~29°N, Kennedy Space Center FL, USA

    Anticipated return to Launch Complex 39B of Artemis II stack -- SLS and Orion capsule -- ahead of anticipated April 1 launch for Moon flyby with 4 Astronauts. Rollout takes 8 to 12 hours. See NASA Artemis blog at https://www.nasa.gov/blogs/artemis/ NASA YouTube channel is at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WMBJ-UOb6zU

  • 3-2-1 Day: Celebrate with the Space Coast Community

    Titusville FL, USA

    3rd annual event celebrates the last 3 seconds before blastoff, Brevard County, the Space Coast community, and Robert "Ozzie" Osband. At Spaceview Park, 8 Broad Street, 11:00-17:00 EDT.

  • Entries Close: Win a Celestial Escape to Mauna Kea + a Private Q&A with Bill Nye

    Online

    Enter by 23:59 PDT (UTC-7) (for a chance to experience Hawai‘i’s legendary night skies while supporting The Planetary Society’s mission to advance space science and exploration. Included is a stay at The Westin Hapuna Beach at Mauna Kea Resort. This sweepstakes is a fundraiser for the nonprofit The Planetary Society, […]

    US$25
  • AIAA Region VI Student Conference

    San Luis Obispo CA, USA

    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 California Polytechnic State University.

  • Launch Soyuz 2.1a / Progress MS-33 (94P)

    Baikonur Cosmodrome, ~46°N, Kazakhstan

    16:59 UTC+5 (01:59 HST) to launch resupply mission to the International Space Station that was delayed from December 2025 after November launchpad damage at spaceport operated by Russia within Kazakhstan.

  • African Lunar Symposium 2026

    Kasane, Botswana

    Part of 2026 African Astronomical Society Conference in Botswana April 22-27 and in collaboration with NASA SSERVI, features presentations on lunar science, planetary exploration, and human spaceflight to the Moon and beyond. At Wild View Resort, 80 President Avenue.

  • Goddard: Father of the Space Age

    Worcester MA, USA

    Space‑themed event at Hanover Theatre & Conservatory to celebrate the 100th anniversary of humanity’s first modern rocket launch—achieved by Worcester’s own Dr. Robert H. Goddard, the “Father of the Space Age.” Will include presentations from scientists and astronauts in person and from across the USA—our “Today’s Goddards” who have carried […]

  • 2026 African Astronomical Society (AfAS) Conference

    Kasane, Botswana

    At Wild View Resorts, 80 President Avenue, to bring together Africa’s astronomy and space science community alongside global collaborators, to create an exceptional platform for networking, collaboration, and knowledge exchange. No charge to attend.

  • Space Science Week 2026

    Washington DC, USA

    Explore the latest developments and discuss the future of the space science from a variety of perspectives, from planetary protection to astrophysics to Earth science and applications from space, online and at National Academy of Science Building, 2101 Constitution Ave NW. Presenting at March 24 plenaries will be representatives of […]

  • Applications Due: NASA Planetary Science Summer School

    Online

    38th Annual Planetary Science Summer School (PSSS) is a 3-month early career experience at Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena CA for grad-level students, post docs, faculty members, and early career scientists and engineers. Administered by Rosaly Lopes, Manager, NASA Science Mission Design Schools, Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Mail Stop 180-109, 4800 Oak Grove Drive, Pasadena […]

  • Washington Space Business Roundtable Annual Flagship Luncheon and Silent Auction

    Online / Washington DC, USA

    WSBR promotes commercial space business and education. 11:00-13:30 EDT. Tax-deductible donations of goods and services benefit STEM students in the Washington DC area. Auction is mainly online this year with only selected items brought to the luncheon but all bidding online. Luncheon at Arnold & Porter, 601 Massachusetts Avenue Northwest. […]

  • SatShow Week

    Washington DC, USA

    Satellite industry "first and largest experience of the year" with 15,000+ registrants and 450+ exhibitors — uniting commercial innovators, government / military decision-makers, and end-users from 110+​ ​countries. At Walter E. Washington Convention Center, 801 Mount Vernon Place NW.

    $149
  • Munich Space Summit: Merging Visions, Shaping the Future

    Munich, Germany

    Merging two space events into one: Munich New Space Summit and Munich Satellite Navigation Summit, March 23-25 focusing on former, Mach 25-27 on latter, with March 25 reception and "cross-cutting" panel discussions. Speakers include Astronaut Tibor Kapu from Hungary, Josef Aschbacher from ESA and other speakers from Munich Aerospace, DLR, […]

    €300
  • Launch Electron / Daughter Of The Stars (LEO-PNT Pathfinder A)

    Launch Complex 1, ~39°S, Mahia Peninsula, New Zealand

    To include 10 ESA PNT satellites to work with Galileo and EGNOS constellations, 2 ESA demo satellites for Celeste planned constellation, and 2 Thales Alenia Space / GMV "Pathfinder A" satellites.

  • Young / Early Career Professionals Mixer with the AIAA Los Angeles Section

    Hawthorne CA, USA

    American Institute of Aeronautics & Astronauts (AIAA) Los Angeles Section, 17:30-20:00 PDT at Los Angeles Ale Works, 12918 Cerise Avenue, Hawthorne. Next to SpaceX and VAST Space. Near LAX, Raytheon, Aerospace Corp. Northrop Grumman, Boeing, LA AFB / Space Force, Varda Space Industries, and Millennium Space Systems, etc.) (Complimentary event […]

  • Progress MS-33 Docks to International Space Station

    Low Earth Orbit (LEO)

    Roscosmos Progress-33 cargo craft to dock at ISS approximately 13:34 UTC | 09:34 EDT | 03:34 HST after launch from Baikonur Cosmodrome. Live coverage beginning 11:45 UTC | 08:45 EDT | 02:45 HST on on NASA+, Amazon Prime, and the NASA YouTube channel. This is the 94th Progress spacecraft to resupply the […]

  • Shaping the New Space Age

    Online / Washington DC, USA

    A conversation focusing on international space collaboration and commercial space innovation, to explore priorities, partnerships, and long-term visions among top space agencies, space enterprises, and the telecommunication sector around the world. No cost but registration required. Online at https://www.atlanticcouncil.tv/ and in-person at Altantic Council's GeoTech Center. New policy: In-person attendees will […]

  • IAF Spring Meetings 2026

    Paris, France

    At Newcap Event Center, 3 Quai de Grenelle, 15th arrondissement, near the Eiffel Tower and Porte de Versailles; Includes a Global Networking Forum and Distinguished Service Award Ceremony, but some of the events and meetings’ attendance is restricted to IAF committee members and/or IPC members.

  • National Academies of Sciences Webinar: Imagination in Science

    Online

    Space Science Week 2026 Keynote Public Lecture, 19:00-20:30 EDT (UTC-4), "An Instrument Nature Can Play: Data, Sound, and the Work of Imagination in Science" with Greg Niemeyer, Chelle Gentemann, and singer Jewel. Scientific breakthroughs rarely start with answers. They start when we imagine things we can't yet see. In this […]

  • Space Diplomacy Forum

    Washington DC, USA

    As space becomes increasingly multipolar, commercialized and contested, the need for international cooperation has never been greater. Meridian’s Space Diplomacy Forum: Shared Horizons will convene diplomats, international space agency representatives, U.S. government officials, and space executives from around the world to navigate these challenges and shape a shared future. One […]

  • National Space Society Young Professionals Virtual Community

    Online

    18:00-19:00 EDT / UTC-4; NASA Astronaut and Boeing Starliner Commander Chris Ferguson is featured, with his career journey, lessons learned and advice for those building a future in the space industry. Inaugurated in December 2025, learn more here: https://nss.org/the-nss-young-professionals-virtual-community-takes-flight/

  • SatShow 2026 Reception and Industry Gathering

    Washington DC, USA

    Reception at Florida House, 16:30-18:30 EDT and Industry Gathering at The Pierce School 19:00+ EDT for attendees of SatShow Week, March 23-26, 2026. Reception RSVP at https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/florida-space-forum-with-spacefund for Florida House, One 2nd Street Northeast, and Industry Gathering RSVP at https://info.aleranwxse.com/26q1-sat-show-week-reception-rsvp for The Pierce School, 1375 Maryland Avenue Northeast.

  • The Future of Low Earth Orbit: From the ISS to Commercial Platforms

    Online / Washington DC, USA

    US House of Representatives Committee on Science, Space and Technology will hear from Joel Montalbano, NASA Acting Associate Administrator for Space Operations; Dave Cavossa, Commercial Space Federation President; . Charlie Precourt, Aerospace Safety Advisory Panel Member. 10:00 EDT at 2318 Rayburn House Office Building, and Online at Committee website, https://science.house.gov/2026/3/space-and-aeronautics-subcommittee-hearing

  • Ground Control #2 – From Mars to the Moon

    Oslo, Norway

    Guest is University of Oslo Professor Svein-Erik Hamran, who built RIMFAX, the first radar ever to operate on the surface of another planet. He is now developing Lunar RIMFAX for MAGPIE, a European rover mission funded by ESA that will search for water ice at the Moon south pole. Monthly […]

  • PocketQube Conference 2026

    Glasgow, Scotland

    9th annual conference addressing development of "pico" satellites, providing forum for collaboration among industry and academia. At Glasgow University Union (GUU), 32 University Avenue. Tour of Alba Orbital PocketQube factory on March 27 is offered.

    €86 – €130
  • Science for a New Era of Exploration: The Path from the Moon to Mars

    Online / Washington DC, USA

    Annual symposium on Science Priorities, Readiness, and Enterprise Integration, at Holiday Inn on the National Mall, 550 C Street SW, at 13:00-17:30 EDT (07:00-11:30 HST) and online, live-streaming at https://www.spacecommerce.tv/Events/USRA-250327 (link will go live that morning). Speakers include Nicola "Nicky" Fox and others from NASA, and Scott Pace of SPI, […]

  • Webinar: Moonlit Talk–When is the Moon truly “for everyone”?

    Online

    09:00 PDT | 12:00 EDT | 18:00 CET | UTC+1; Featuring perspectives that have not traditionally shaped space governance -- environmental justice, Indigenous stewardship and community-driven science -- to broaden the ethical foundation on which lunar governance is being built. No charge but registration required: https://openlunar.zoom.us/meeting/register/jITNiebPQ0Sa_EhpLErsjg#/registration This webinar will be […]

  • Federal Communications Commission Meeting Including “Weird Space Stuff”

    Online / Washington DC, USA

    Online, https://www.fcc.gov/live, and at FCC offices, 45 L Street Northeast, 10:30-12:30 EDT | March Open Commission Meeting includes agenda item: Spectrum Abundance for Weird Space Stuff: The Commission will consider a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, https://www.fcc.gov/document/spectrum-abundance-weird-space-stuff, that proposes and seeks comment on ways in which to make additional spectrum available […]

  • Lunar Surface Innovation Consortium: Surface Power Telecon

    Online

    LSIC Surface Power Focus Group online discussion of dust-toleration connectors for lunar surface applications. Jorge Núñez, from Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (JHU-APL), will present an overview of the lunar surface dust environment. Then, Josh Yank of Yank Technologies and Erik Strahl of Amphenol will share recent advances in their […]

  • CanSat Competition and UK Youth Rocketry Challenge Regional Finals

    Llanbedr, UK

    At Snowdonia Space Centre. CanSat competition is organized by the UK European Space Education Resources Office (ESERO-UK), supported by the European Space Agency (ESA). Teams must design and build their own mini satellite within the dimensions of a drinks can, that must include all major subsystems found in a satellite (such […]

  • 2nd IAA Moon Farside Protection Symposium

    Paris, France

    The Moon naturally shields electromagnetic waves generated by human activities on Earth and around it, results in a silence zone on and above its Farside, called Shielded Zone on the Moon (SZM). The SZM is a region of utmost scientific interest, in particular for Cosmology, Astrobiology, Planetary Defense, and SETI […]

  • Panel Discussion: Women in Space: The Architects of Space

    London, United Kingdom

    17:30 UT, in person and online, this event brings together leading women from across the space industry to explore the milestones shaped by women and the pathways they are forging for the future. Through a dynamic panel discussion, speakers from diverse backgrounds will reflect on the contributions women have made […]

  • Earth & Space Report Featuring Jordan Bretzfelder on Planetary Analogs

    Online

    William Waller invites Dr. Bretzfelder from Georgia Tech to discuss via Zoom "Planetary Analogs: Simulating the Solar System in our Backyard." At 19:00 EDT | 23:00 UTC | 13:00 HST. Here is her abstract: Rocky planetary bodies throughout the solar system have a variety of different surface conditions, from the […]

  • AIAA Region IV Student Conference

    Houston TX, USA

    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 Rice University.

  • Guided Tour of Lunar Analog Craters with Planetary Geologist Kirby Runyon

    El Paso TX, USA

    With guests Astronaut Chris "Hanks" Sembroski and daughter, included is tour of Virgin Galactic launch site and simulated human mission at Las Cruces Challenger Education Center. New Mexico lunar analogs Aden Crater, Kilbourne Hole and the Carrizozo lava flow are on the tour. Also joined by Mark Wagner. Kirby Runyon […]

    $999
  • Artemis II: Pathway to the Moon

    Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex FL, USA

    A never-before-seen Artemis experience on the bottom floor of Space Shuttle Atlantis. This exclusive exhibition immerses you in the story, scale and ambition of Artemis II.  Created by NASA’s Exploration Systems Development Mission Directorate, the exhibit invites you to step into the mission—exploring the spacecraft, technologies, and people making America’s […]

  • Abstracts Due for 2026 Astrodynamics Specialist Conference

    Online

    Convening July 26-30 at Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa in Whistler, British Columbia, Canada, the conference welcomes technical papers spanning all areas of astrodynamics and space-flight mechanics and brings together experts from across the global space community.

  • International Space University ISU-DC Space Café

    Washington DC, USA

    Washington DC-area US Alumni Association features Marcella Kneppers and Bastiaan van den Berg. Kneppers is Kingdom of the Netherlands Senior Advisor for Innovation, Science, and Technology at the Washington Embassy and will speak on technological and scientific developments, and policy trends in the aerospace and energy sectors in both the […]

  • Launch Tianlong-3 / Demo Flight

    Jiuquan Space Launch Center, ~41°N, Gansu, China

    Launch window 19:00-21:14 China Time | 01:00-03:14 HST | 11:00-13:14 UTC by Space Pioneer of Beijing, a private launch company founded in 2015 by Kang Yonglai. Tianlong-2 can take 4,000 kg to LEO and 3,000 kg to SSO via 3 stages powered by RP-1 and LOX.

  • STC2026: Central Eurasia Space Technology Conference

    Tashkent, Uzbekistan

    5th annual event, expecting 500+ attendees and 40+ speakers, discussing space and satellite business among space agencies and industry. At InterContinental Hotel, 2 Shakhrisabz Street in Trilliant Business Park near Amir Temur Square. Speakers include Christian Feichtinger of IAF.  

    £995 – £1195
  • Orbital Data Centers Series: The Energy Imperative

    Online

    A conversation on the energy and computing needs driving the push toward orbital data centers. No cost, registration required. With Star Catcher CEO Andrew Rush, and Foundation for American Innovation Research Fellow Daniel King. At 13:00-13:45 EDT | 17:00-17:45 UTC | 07:00-07:45 HST

  • Launching the UAE to Orbit

    Dubai, United Arab Emirates

    At campus of the American University in Dubai (AUD), 15:00-18:00 UTC+4, organized by Armen V. Papazian, Visiting Professor of Space Economics to share United Arab Emirates' vision and strategy in space science, economics and technology. Public event features the president of AUD, and the director general of the UAE Space […]

  • Abstracts Due for Space Renaissance International World Congress IV

    Online

    To be held June 30-July 4, 2026. 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 […]

  • ISS / U.S. EVA #95

    Low Earth Orbit (LEO)

    For U.S. spacewalk 95, planned for April, two NASA Astronauts (yet to be named) will prepare the station’s 3B power channel for a future solar array installation. NASA will provide more information on the date and time of the spacewalk, and other details, closer to the operation. The spacewalks will […]

  • NET Apr 1 — Launch SLS / Orion / Artemis 2

    SLC-39B, ~29°N, Kennedy Space Center FL, USA

    Launch window 18:24-20:24 EDT | 22:24 UTC | 12:24 HST for crew of 4 in Orion spacecraft on around-the-Moon flight to last 9-10 days; 3 USA and 1 Canada Astronaut: Commander Reid Wiseman, Pilot Victor Glover, Mission Specialists Christina Koch and Jeremy Hansen; mission will also deploy numerous CubeSats; launch […]

  • 45th Observation of STS-1 Columbia Flight

    Nationwide USA

    Commemorations occur today in honor of 1st ever NASA Space Shuttle Columbia carrying John Young and pilot Robert Crippen around Earth on 54.5-hour mission in 1981.

  • NET April 1: Launch Zhuque-3 / Test

    Jiuquan Space Launch Center, ~41°N, Gansu, China

    2nd orbital launch, attempt for booster recovery, by commercial launch firm Landspace of China; follows successful 1st orbital launch of Zhuque-3 stainless steel methalox rocket

  • Webinar: STEM Admission to Universities

    Online

    Majoring in STEM is popular among Singapore students, but university admissions do not evaluate all applicants equally! Join Crimson Education & Space Faculty Singapore for advice. 19:00 Singapore Time | 01:00 HST | 11:00 UTC

  • ActInSpace International Event – Second Stage

    Bordeaux, France

    Winners of the local hackathons will compete for international semi-finals and finals. This event takes place every two years and is currently preparing its 6th edition. Last time, 1 800 participants from all over the world took part in ACT in SPACE, dispatched into 410 teams, with 50+ sites hosting […]

  • Applications Due: NASA Postdoctoral Fellowship

    Online

    NASA Postdoctoral Program offers US and international scientists the opportunity to advance their research while contributing to NASA’s scientific goals. The NPP supports fundamental science; explores the undiscovered; promotes intellectual growth; and encourages scientific connections. Selected by a competitive peer-review process, NPP Fellows complete one- to three-year Fellowship appointments that […]

  • Launch Soyuz-5 / Demo Flight

    Baikonur Cosmodrome, ~46°N, Kazakhstan

    Launch scheduled for 16:00 Kazakhstan Time | 01:00 HST | 11:00 UTC for new launch vehicle, Soyuz-5, called "Irtysh", that can take 34,000 kg to LEO.

  • Launch Falcon 9 / Starlink Group 17-35

    SLC-4E (~35°N), Vandenberg SFB CA, USA

    Launch window 17:03-21:03 PDT | 13:03-17:03 HST | 23:03 Apr 2 - 03:03 Apr 3 UTC for 25 internet satellites to LEO.

  • Kennedy Under the Stars: Yuriʻs Night Edition

    Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex FL, USA

    Yuri’s Night joins Kennedy Under the Stars to host the official East Coast flagship event, 18:00 EDT (entry at 17:00). Yuriʻs Night honors the first human in space and the launch of the first Space Shuttle, both with anniversaries on April 12. It is an international organization with worldwide events. […]

    US$65
  • Perihelion of Comet C / 2026 A1 (MAPS)

    Deep Space

    Predicted date for the comet to make a close pass by the Sun (perihelion), potentially triggering a sudden brightening and dramatic tail. If it survives the encounter, it may become visible to the naked eye. This event is part of a rare opportunity in April to potentially view two comets—C/2026 […]

  • Meet Astronaut Roger Crouch

    Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex FL, USA

    NASA Astronaut and scientist, he flew on Space Shuttle Columbia for STS-83 and STS-94, flew on 5 Spacelab flights, led research on semiconductor material, and was founding co-chair of the International Microgravity Science Strategic Planning Group.

  • Spacecraft Design, Development, and Operations – Online Short Course

    Online

    Through May 13; Don Edberg -- Professor of Aerospace Engineering, Cal Poly Pomona; Adjunct Lecturer, Astronautical Engineering, University of Southern California (USC); Former Boeing Technical Fellow -- convenes 12 classes, every Monday and Wednesday, 10:30-13:30 EDT | 07:30-10:30 PDT | 14:30-17:30 UTC (36 hours). All sessions will be recorded and […]

    US$695 – US$1595
  • World Conference on Aerospace and Aeronautics (WCAA-2026)

    Tokyo, Japan

    A dynamic platform for professionals, engineers, academics, and industry leaders to share knowledge, present groundbreaking research, and explore the latest advancements in aerospace engineering. Chairperson is Koichi Wakata, Astronaut and Chief Technology Officer of Axiom Space, USA (Former Astronaut, Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency /JAXA). Online and at Mitsui Garden Hotel […]

  • Launch Long March 8 / Unknown Payload

    Wenchang Space Launch Center, ~19°N, Hainan Island, China

    Launch window 21:30-21:47 China Time | 03:30-03:47 HST for 9th launch from Commercial LC-1, 59th launch from Wenchang. Long March 8 can take up to 5000 kg to a 700 km altitude Sun-synchronous orbit (SSO).

  • Aerospace Perspectives Series: The Accelerating Pace of Physics AI Modeling and What It Means for the Aerospace Industry

    Online

    Webinar with Juan Alonso, CTO and Cofounder, Luminary Cloud; Chair, Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Stanford University; at 14:00-15:00 EDT | 18:00-19:00 UTC | 10:00-11:00 HST. During this webinar, Professor Alonso will describe the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence and machine learning methods as they relate to various applications in […]

  • Minding the LEO Gap and the Future of Commercial Space Stations

    Online

    Examining the findings of the Beyond Earth Institute’s 2025 Commercial Space Stations Working Group report, which evaluates whether NASA’s multi-phase CLD strategy can successfully sustain a continuous American presence in low Earth orbit while enabling a commercially viable space economy. Online at 13:00-14:00 EDT | 17:00-18:00 UTC | 07:00-08:00 HST […]

  • Launch Minotaur IV / STP-S29A

    SLC-8 (~35°N), Vandenberg SFB CA, USA

    Launch window 07:30-12:30 PDT | 01:30-06:30 HST for an ESPA class satellite based on the Aegis Aerospace M-1 satellite bus used on the STPSat-4 mission for hosting research and technology demonstration payloads.

  • 5th International Academy of Astronautics (IAA) Conference on Space Situational Awareness (ICSSA)

    Madrid, Spain

    At GMV, Santiago Grisolia 4, Tres Cantos. Conference Chair is Riccardo Bevilacqua of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. The foremost purpose of Space Situational Awareness (SSA) is to provide decision-making processes with a quantifiable and timely body of evidence (predictive / imminent / forensic) of behavior(s) attributable to specific space domain threats […]

  • 2026 NASA Human Research Program Investigators’ Workshop (HRP IWS)

    Online

    HRP IWS is the primary venue for reporting progress and results from HRP-funded research and technology tasks to Program Management, with the additional benefit of permitting cross-discipline interaction among the full spectrum of investigators. It also provides NASA with an outreach opportunity to include abstract submissions from other external researchers […]

  • 5th IAA Conference on Space Situational Awareness

    Madrid, Spain

    The foremost purpose of Space Situational Awareness (SSA) is to provide decision-making processes with a quantifiable and timely body of evidence (predictive/imminent/forensic) of behavior(s) attributable to specific space domain threats and hazards. The conference will cover broad-ranging technical and policy related aspects associated with the topic of SSA. At Santiago […]

  • Launch Falcon 9 / Cygnus CRS-2 NG-24

    SLC-40 (~28°N), Cape Canaveral SFS FL, USA

    Set for 08:51 EDT (02:51 HST), 24th flight of Orbital ATK uncrewed supply craft and 23rd to ISS under Commercial Resupply Services contract with NASA; booster will attempt return to new Landing Zone 40 (LZ-40).

  • Space Weather and Space Systems – Online Short Course

    Online

    Through May 14, this course will demystify the space weather topic, new to many people, as it affects a wide variety of space systems. The course will provide a conceptual foundation without requiring pre-existing knowledge. 6 weekly modules are Thursdays 15:00-17:00 EDT | 19:00-21:00 UTC | 09:00-11:00 HST. All sessions […]

    US$1595 – US$1795
  • Where Community College Technical Education Meets Space Innovation

    Online

    For STEM educators and for students interested in aerospace careers, a chance to hear from a NASA apprentice who will discuss how community college education can be your gateway to exciting opportunities in aerospace, whether entering via STEM fields, Technical trades or Engineering technology. There are multiple pathways to NASA […]

  • Lunar Surface Innovation Consortium (LSIC) Surface Power April Telecon

    Online

    Bri DeMattia (NASA Glenn Research Center) will present the work of NASA’s Safe, Innovative, Interoperable Modular Power for Lunar Exploration (SIIMPLE) team. At 11:00 EDT | 15:00 UTC | 05:00 HST. SIIMPLE offers a modular battery system solution, implementing advancements in high specific energy cell chemistries, aggressive choices in battery […]

  • Launch Long March 6A / Unknown Payload

    Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center (TSLC), ~39°N, Shanxi, China

    Launch window 03:35-03:46 China Time April 9 | 09:35-09:46 HST April 8 for the 23rd launch from Launch Complex 9A, and 153rd launch from Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center. The Long March 6A has solid rocket boosters.

  • Launch Falcon 9 / Starlink Group 17-21

    SLC-4E (~35°N), Vandenberg SFB CA, USA

    Launch window 22:39 April 9 - 02:39 April 10 PDT | 16:39-20:39 April 9 HST for 25 internet satellites; Booster B1063 to land on ASDS OCISLY after this 32nd flight.

  • Ground Control #3: Space and the AI Revolution

    With guest Arnt-Børre Salberg of the Norwegian Computing Center, partner with ESA for THOR Earth observation, a shared platform available to anyone with basic Python skills. At Mesh Youngstorget, Møllergata 6, 17:00-20:00 CEST. No charge but registration required. Program followed by networking.

  • Artemis II Splashdown in the Pacific Ocean Near San Diego CA, USA

    Pacific Ocean

    Expected for 17:07 PDT | 14:07 HST | 20:07 EDT | 00:07 UTC, after ~10-day journey around the Moon and 4-day return to Earth from Moon. A joint team of NASA specialists and U.S. Navy divers will secure the capsule, check for hazards, and recover the crew. Five large airbags […]

  • Pōwehi Day

    Statewide Hawai’i, USA

    Recognized proclamation to celebrate the first-ever imaged black hole M87* by Event Horizon Telescope collaboration involving Mauna Kea Observatories, given the Hawaiian name Pōwehi; imaged in April 2017 and released Apr 10, 2019.

  • From Earth to the Universe: At Robinson Planetarium

    Adrian MI, USA

    In honor of Astronomy Month, celebrated around the Earth, this full-dome planetarium program takes the audience out to the colorful birthplaces and burial grounds of stars, and still further out beyond the Milky Way to the unimaginable immensity of myriad galaxies. Along the way, the audience will learn about the […]

  • Space Generation Fusion Forum SGFF 2026

    Colorado Springs CO, USA

    Held annually in conjunction with the Space Symposium, SGFF is a multi-day, high-intensity, fast-paced professional development and networking event focused on the global space industry. Students and young professionals from around the world, who are working and participating in all facets of the space community, apply to attend SGFF each […]

  • 25th Yuri’s Night Celebration

    Los Angeles CA, USA

    No-cost, all-day, family-friendly event at Griffith Observatory featuring Astronauts Jannicke Mikkelsen and Ron Garan. A special ticketed feature presentation is at 7pm followed by a VIP reception that includes beer, wine, appetizers, and after hours telescope access. At 2800 E Observatory Rd, Los Angeles, CA 90027, on the southern slope […]

  • Maunakea Observatories’ Participation in Annual Merrie Monarch Parade

    Hilo HI, USA

    MKO staff, ʻohana and community partners are invited to march in the annual Merrie Monarch Parade representing the Maunakea Observatories. We will gather at the soccer fields on bayfront that morning to talk story and make lei before marching. Please sign up to attend here. This is open to anyone […]

  • Oklahoma Space Alliance Meeting

    Norman OK, USA

    14:00 CDT at Cyber Hall, 914 W Main St, opposite Norman High School; prospective members are welcome. Agenda: Introductions and review of Space events this past month; What’s Happening in Space - News, Pictures, and Videos approximately one hour, see the April Update at http://osa.nss.org before the meeting for items […]

  • Yuri’s Night Celebrations

    Worldwide

    Launching parties around the world every year on or around April 12th, in commemoration of Yuri Gagarin becoming the first human to venture into space on April 12, 1961, and the inaugural launch of the first Space Shuttle on April 12, 1981. We use space to bring the world together, […]

  • Launch Falcon 9 / Starlink Group 10-24

    SLC-40 (~28°N), Cape Canaveral SFS FL, USA

    Launch window 02:57 - 06:57 EDT | 20:57 Apr 11 - 00:57 Apr 12 HST for 29 internet satellites; Booster 1080 expected to land on ASDS JRTI after this 26th flight.

  • AIAA Region I Student Conference

    College Park MD, USA

    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 Maryland.

  • Registration Due: Lunar Surface Innovation Consortium Spring Meeting

    Online

    23:59 EDT | 03:59 UTC April 14. No cost for Online attendance; US$150-220 for in-person (Laurel MD, USA). Theme Accelerate the Pace: Touch Down, Power Up, and Explore! focuses on urgency for lunar infrastructure technology efforts, inviting discussions on how we can accelerate progress together. With the incredible momentum set […]

    US$1 – US$220