Date
Saturday
Oct

October 4-10

World Space Week

Blast off into World Space Week with exciting events and activities that will take you out of this world! Explore the wonders of space and expand your horizon.

Yearly Date
October 4
Type
Week

Introduction

Get ready to blast off into an out-of-this-world celebration on October 4 for World Space Week! This annual event commemorates the launch of the first human-made satellite, Sputnik 1, on October 4, 1957. Since then, space exploration and innovation have continued to amaze and inspire people all over the world. This week-long celebration is dedicated to promoting interest in space science and technology and encouraging global cooperation in advancing our understanding of the universe. So let's take a moment to appreciate the wonders of outer space and all that it has yet to offer us.

World Space Week Timeline

1957
Launch of Sputnik 1
The first human-made satellite, Sputnik 1, was launched by the Soviet Union, marking the beginning of space exploration.
1961
First Man in Space
Russian astronaut Yuri Gagarin became the first human to travel into space aboard Vostok 1.
1969
First Moon Landing
NASA's Apollo 11 mission successfully landed the first two humans on the moon, Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin.
1972
Final Apollo Mission
Apollo 17 marked the end of NASA's Apollo program, leaving Astronaut Eugene Cernan as the last human to have walked on the moon.
1999
Inception of World Space Week
The United Nations declared World Space Week to be held October 4-10 each year, promoting global interest in space.
2012
Private Space Exploration
SpaceX became the first privately-funded company to send a spacecraft, Dragon, to the International Space Station.

How to Celebrate World Space Week

1

Host a stargazing party

Gather your friends and family and head to a dark, open space to gaze at the stars. Bring blankets, snacks, and a telescope if you have one to make it an even more memorable event.

2

Watch a space-themed movie marathon

From classics like Star Wars and Apollo 13 to newer releases like The Martian and Interstellar, there are plenty of space-themed movies to choose from. Grab some popcorn and have a movie night in celebration of World Space Week.

3

Visit a planetarium or space center

Take a trip to your local planetarium or space center to learn more about space exploration and the wonders of the universe. Many places offer special events and exhibits during World Space Week.

4

Create space-themed crafts

Get creative and make some space-themed crafts, such as paper mache planets or a DIY solar system mobile. This is a great way to get the whole family involved in celebrating World Space Week.

5

Attend a lecture or workshop about space

Check your local community centers or universities for any lectures or workshops being offered during World Space Week. You could learn something new and expand your knowledge about space exploration and discoveries.

Why We Love World Space Week

A

It celebrates the wonders of space and astronomy

World Space Week is a time to appreciate and learn about the amazing universe we live in. From studying stars and galaxies to exploring planets and beyond - it's a week filled with interesting facts, discoveries, and mind-blowing images from space.

B

It inspires curiosity and imagination

Space has always fascinated humanity, whether it's through science fiction or real advances in technology. World Space Week encourages us to embrace our curiosity and imagination, and to think beyond what we know about the universe around us.

C

It promotes international collaboration

World Space Week brings together people from all over the world who share a love for space exploration. It encourages collaboration between countries to further our understanding of the universe and presents opportunities for students and professionals alike to connect and exchange ideas.

World Space Week Dates

Year
Date
Day
2023
Oct 3
Tuesday
2024
Oct 3
Thursday
2025
Oct 3
Friday
2026
Oct 3
Saturday
2027
Oct 3
Sunday