• FCC Open Commission Meeting 2026

    Washington DC, USA

    10:30-12:30 EDT with live wesbcast - Chairman Carr announced that the following items are tentatively on the agenda for the September Open Commission Meeting: Modernizing the Commission’s National Environmental Policy Act Rules – The Commission will consider a Report and Order and Further Notice of Proposed Rulemaking to overhaul the Commission’s outdated National […]

  • The Space Policy Forum: Bringing Space to the National Debate

    Washington DC, USA

    The Aerospace Corporation’s Center for Space Policy and Strategy presents the inaugural Space Policy Forum – bridging the gap between the space sector and the broader policy community. As space becomes increasingly central to national security, economic competitiveness, and international leadership, decisions made in one domain ripple across others. Launch regulations impact […]

  • Designing Governance and Economic Frameworks for the Emerging Cislunar and Lunar Economy

    Washington DC, USA

    1-day meeting on governance and economic frameworks for the emerging cislunar and lunar economy. This meeting will (1) assess the current governance structures under-girding the cislunar and lunar economy; and (2) identify major gaps in those structures that will emerge as the economy expands. As spacefaring nations and commercial actors […]

  • 23rd International Planetary Probe Short Course and Workshop

    Washington DC, USA

    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 […]

  • Capitol Hill Briefing/Panel: Harnessing the Moon to Enable Mars

    Washington DC, USA

    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 […]

  • Lunar Surface Power Transmission Workshop

    Washington DC, USA

    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

  • NASA News Conference on Moon Base Plans

    Washington DC, USA

    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 […]

  • 2026 ASCEND Conference: Accelerating Space Commerce, Exploration and New Discovery

    Washington DC, USA

    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 […]

    US$100
  • Inside the Dome

    Washington DC, USA

    Subjects on the agenda include: The New Age of Missile Defense, The Hype for Hypersonics, Space-Based Interceptors, Connectivity and Comms, Command and Control, The role of the Golden Dome Caucus. At Waldorf Astoria.  

    Free – US$999
  • Opportunities for On-Orbit Computing

    Washington DC, USA

    Conversations with industry and government leaders on building, powering and managing data infrastructure in space followed by a networking reception. 15:00-19:00 EDT. With FCC Space Bureau Chief Jay Schwarz, Commercial Space Federation President Dave Cavossa, reps from Star Catcher, Planet, Overview Energy, Voyager Technologies, The Aerospace Corporation, Technology Strategy Partners […]

  • Lunar Surface Innovation Consortium – LSIC 2026 Spring Meeting

    Washington DC, 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. No cost for Online attendance; US$150-220 for in-person (April 28 at Bloomberg Center, 555 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington DC, USA; April 29-30 at […]

    Free – US$220
  • Planetary Society’s Day of Action

    Washington DC, USA

    Annual advocacy event that connects space advocates with their members of Congress in Washington D.C. Training 13:00-17:00 Sunday Apr 19. Congressional meetings Monday Apr 20. Anyone age 18+ with USA address can register, under 18 must be accompanied by parent / guardian; Planetary Society membership required (can be added at […]

    US$30 – US$54
  • 26th Integrated Communication, Navigation and Surveillance (ICNS) Conference

    Washington DC, USA

    Addressing technology and policy advances in CNS research, development and implementation programs, and policies related to CNS/ATM capabilities and applications. Includes a workshop on interaction between launches and the air traffic system. ICNS Conference assembles leaders from government, industry, and academia, as well as senior technical experts to address important […]

    US$550
  • 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 […]

  • Federal Communications Commission Meeting Including “Weird Space Stuff”

    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 […]

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

    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, […]

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

    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

  • 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.

  • 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 […]

  • Shaping the New Space Age

    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 […]

  • 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
  • Washington Space Business Roundtable Annual Flagship Luncheon and Silent Auction

    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. […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • Beyond Earth Symposium 2026

    Washington DC, USA

    From Space Habitat to Space Town: Creating a Clear Pathway. Featured speakers include Pete Worden, George Whitesides, Scott Pace and Bhavya Lal. Subjects include Lunar Territorial Allocations, Space Governance Models. At American University Washington College of Law.

    $65 – $695
  • ISU-DC Space Cafe with JAXA Washington Office Deputy Director

    Washington DC, USA

    Kenta Tsuchiya of Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency Washington DC office will be the special guest, 18:00-20:00 EST at 1201 Pennsylvania Avenue NW ground level conference room, for International Space University USA Alumni Association Washington DC Chapter and the interested public; a casual forum that encourages interaction and discussion.

  • Stability at the Space-Nuclear Nexus

    Washington DC, USA

    Invited experts from nuclear policy, space security, and commercial space to examine the growing risks at the intersection of these domains.

  • Space Force 2040 and The Future Fight

    Washington DC, USA

    Discovery Series event at the Hopkins Bloomberg Center Theater, featuring Gen. Shawn N. Bratton — Vice Chief of Space Operations, U.S. Space Force; John Plumb — Head of Strategy, K2 Space; Susanne Hake — General Manager, U.S. Government, Vantor; Dennis Woodfork — Mission Area Executive, National Security Space, Johns Hopkins […]

  • NSF Growing Convergence Research Office Hours

    Washington DC, USA

    From 15:00-16:00 EST, National Science Foundation (NSF) Growing Convergence Research (GCR) working group will provide guidance on preparing GCR proposals, address frequently asked questions and be available to answer any inquiries from participants. Grant seekers can benefit from personalized assistance, gain valuable insights and enhance their understanding of the NSF […]

  • Senate Hearing on Confirmation of Jared Isaacman to Head NASA

    Washington DC, USA

    Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee, including Senators Maria Cantwell and Ted Cruz, to quiz Jared Isaacman on his plans and philosophy were he to be confirmed as the next NASA Administrator. 10:00 AM EST in Committee Hearing Room, Russell 253. The hearing will stream live on the Committee web site […]

  • Discovery Series at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg Center

    Washington DC, USA

    SpaceNews / Jeff Foust will lead a discussion featuring space industry executives. Speakers include: • John Thornton, CEO, Astrobotic • Marshall Smith, CEO, Starlab Space • Devon Papandrew, VP of Business Development, Stoke Space • Wes Puckett, VP of Government Strategy, Apex • Robert Braun, Space Exploration sector head, Johns […]

    Free
  • The Day of Action to Save NASA Science

    Washington DC, USA

    To facilitate meetings between individuals and their elected officials to push back against proposed cuts to NASA science funding in FY 2026; at United States Capitol Building. Preparation on Oct 5; meetings on Oct 6.

  • NASA Science Mission Directorate briefing on ROSES-25 A.10 INNOVATE proposal

    Washington DC, USA

    ROSES-25 A.10 INNOVATE Preproposal Conference September 30, at 2 pm Eastern Time. ROSES-2025 A.10 INNOVATE solicits proposals to rapidly advance the use of satellite observations of Earth to efficiently support the U.S. economy, national security, and other applications relevant to NASA's Earth Science to Action Strategy. This opportunity is open to […]

  • NASA Selects 2025 Astronaut Candidates

    Washington DC, USA

    After evaluating more than 8,000 applications, NASA will debut its 2025 class of astronaut candidates. Live event for the 2025 Class of Astronaut Candidates and preview Artemis II Moon Mission, 12:30 EDT.

  • “Save NASA” at NASA Headquarters in Washington DC, 300 E St SW, Mary W Jackson Building

    Washington DC, USA

    Expected speakers include: Rep. Suhas Subramanyam, VA-10 – House Cmte on Space, Science, and Technology Monica Gorman, Area Vice President, Goddard Engineers, Scientists and Technicians Association (GESTA) – Union representing Goddard technical civil servants Colette Delwalla, Executive Director, Stand Up For Science Dr. Mollie Manier, National Institutes of Health, signer […]