Kennedy Under the Stars, a celestial after-hours event returns to Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex
- Alastair Mac
- Aug 27, 2025
- 2 min read
Come dressed for a Y2K 25 year rewind! Enjoy DJ dance parties, cosmic glow miniature golf, live entertainment and more. Plus, meet veteran NASA astronauts!
Kennedy Under the Stars returns on August 30, 2025, for a celestial after-hours experience at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex!
Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is turning back the clock 25 years for some Y2K nostalgia.
Join the attraction this summer for:
Video DJ in the Rocket Garden, featuring the best early 2000s music videos
Techno DJ dance party that will light up NASA Central
Cosmic Glow Miniature Golf beneath the massive Saturn 1B rocket
Multisensory science experiments with our innovative STEAM Team
Glowing bar and lounge areas
Live entertainment throughout the night
Plus, join the Ortega Observatory of Florida Tech for a journey through the cosmos. Using state-of-the-art telescopes, witness breathtaking views of celestial wonders and learn fascinating insights from expert astrophysicists. This immersive stargazing experience brings the universe closer, sparking curiosity and wonder for all ages.
And, of course, Kennedy Under the Stars is not complete without meeting real astronauts. Mingle with veteran NASA astronauts during the event
Many of the visitor complex’s top attractions will remain open late, so you will have extra time to explore without the daytime crowds.
Attractions Open to Guests:
Heroes & Legends featuring the U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame®
Gateway: The Deep Space Launch Complex® and Spaceport KSC®
Gateway STEAM cart
HYPERDECK VR
Planet Play
Journey To Mars
Space Shuttle Atlantis® and the Shuttle Launch Experience®
Space Shop
Food and beverages will be available for purchase throughout the night and select retail stores will remain open as well.
Annual passholders will receive discounts on food and a 30% savings on retail items.
Stellar outfits encouraged so wear your best space-themed attire. Just remember: for security reasons, costume masks that conceal your face are prohibited, as are any props that resemble weapons.
Wrap up your summer with an unforgettable night at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex!
Tickets: $65 (plus tax) for all ages
To purchase tickets and for more information, visit https://www.kennedyspacecenter.com/event/kennedy-under-the-stars/
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