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Space Center Houston Celebrates Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

Monday, January 20, 2025
10:00 am
*No registration required

Off-Site Location | Two different parades in the City of Houston

Both parades begin at 10 a.m.

On Monday, January 20, Space Center Houston celebrates the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. On this national holiday honoring Dr. King’s immense contributions to civil rights in the U.S., Space Center Houston participates in both MLK Day Parades taking place in the city. We invite everyone to attend as spectators and celebrate, commemorate and honor the life, legacy and impact of Dr. King.

Both parades are free to attend as spectators!

47th Annual Original MLK Day Parade

Presented by the Black Heritage Society in partnership with the City of Houston

Begins at 10 a.m.
The festivities will start at the corner of Smith and McKinney in front of Houston’s City Hall

Space Center Houston’s float will be distributing space-themed giveaways.

31st Annual MLK Grande Parade

Presented by the Black Heritage Society in partnership with the City of Houston

Begins at 10 a.m.
The festivities will start at the corner of San Jacinot and Elgin in Houston’s Midtown neighborhood

Space Center Houston’s contingent will be distributing space-themed giveaways.

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Saturday, April 26, 2025
–Sunday, April 27, 2025
10:00 am
–4:00 pm
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Family Overnight | Earth Day

Saturday, April 26, 2025
–Sunday, April 27, 2025
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Friday, May 2, 2025
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Wednesday, May 7, 2025
9:30 am
–2:00 pm
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Saturday, May 17, 2025
12:30 pm
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AAPI Month Speaker Series | Samantha Sequeira

Saturday, May 24, 2025
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Early Closure | April 29, 2025

Space Center Houston will close at 3 p.m. CT on Tuesday, April 29. Understand how this will impact your visit.

WEATHER ALERT

Closed Jan. 21 & 22, 2025

For the safety of our guests and staff, Space Center Houston is closed on Tuesday, January 21 and Wednesday, January 22 due to forecasted inclement weather.

We apologize for the inconvenience and look forward to welcoming you soon! For questions or concerns, contact our Reservations team with your order number at 281.283.4755 or via email.