Secure your spot: Kennedy Under the Stars tickets are available!

Written by Kristen Schmutz

Belden Communications News

In a celestial celebration like no other, Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex invites space enthusiasts to embark on an otherworldly journey at "Kennedy Under the Stars." This exclusive after-hours event, scheduled for the evening of February 2, 2024, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., promises an unforgettable cosmic experience set against the backdrop of the iconic Kennedy Space Center. General admission for this stellar event is $65 plus tax per person, while annual pass holders can purchase tickets for $55 plus tax. 

The eagerly awaited event has opened ticket sales, allowing attendees to secure their spots for a night filled with space-themed wonder.

Kennedy Under the Stars offers attendees the unique opportunity to explore the main campus attractions, including the awe-inspiring Space Shuttle Atlantis, the exhilarating Shuttle Launch Experience, the futuristic Gateway: The Deep Space Launch Complex, and the cutting-edge Spaceport KSC, among other stellar features.

Guests are encouraged to don space-themed costumes, adding even more interstellar excitement to the evening. However, for security reasons, costume masks that conceal the face and props resembling weapons are strictly prohibited.

As the sun sets, the colors of the cosmos come to life with glow-in-the-dark elements scattered throughout the venue. Attendees can revel in a DJ-led techno party, challenge their friends to Cosmic Glow Miniature Golf, and admire eye-popping chalk art crafted by talented local artists.

Adding to the cosmic ambiance are bar and lounge areas illuminated with a vibrant array of colors, offering the perfect setting for socializing and stargazing, plus an exclusive opportunity to spend quality time with veteran NASA astronauts Chris Ferguson and Nicole Stott, providing a unique chance to hear firsthand tales from space.

Select visitor complex restaurants and retail stores will be open during this special event, offering attendees the chance to indulge in culinary delights for an additional charge. Signature cocktails crafted during this year's Taste of Space events, with delectable food and wine, are available.

To secure a spot under the cosmic canopy, interested individuals can purchase tickets at https://www.kennedyspacecenter.com.