Experience Daytime STEM Adventures and Weekend Concerts from The Wallflowers and 311, March 11 -14
HOUSTON, TEXAS (FEB. 9, 2026) – Houston, your spring break fun awaits! Returning for its fifth year, Space Center Houston invites families, friends, students, and space enthusiasts to experience the Moon 2 Mars Festival, presented by Wellby Financial.
Your ultimate spring break daytime staycation starts March 11 through March 14, with The Wallflowers and 311 LIVE in concert March 13 and 14. Unlike any other destination, Moon 2 Mars delivers cutting-edge space tech, NASA Johnson Space Center tours, mouthwatering food and cosmic exploration for all ages.
“The Moon to Mars Festival, presented by Wellby Financial, the Official Credit Union of Space Center Houston, is a spring break destination that offers a unique experience for families, space enthusiasts, food lovers and music fans,” said William Harris, president and CEO of Space Center Houston. “As the Official Visitor Center of NASA Johnson Space Center, this signature event captures our shared purpose: to bring people and space closer together. We’re not just exploring space but shaping the future.
Guests can take daytime NASA tram tours to the Astronaut Training Facility, Rocket Park and the JSC campus, and access the festival grounds, where food and Space Center Houston’s Starbase Brewing collaboration, Go for Launch, are available for purchase by guests ages 21 and over.
“We’re thrilled to be the Official Credit Union of Space Center Houston and sponsor the Moon 2 Mars Festival at such a pivotal moment in human space exploration,” said Marty Pell, president and CEO of Wellby Financial. “This signature event reflects the same spirit of curiosity and forward thinking that drives our commitment to serving the NASA Johnson Space Center community and Houstonians in their journey to financial prosperity.
Designed for all ages, the festival is a daytime destination to explore and create spring break memories with family and friends and enjoy nights under the stars with our weekend concerts. Space Center Houston showcases over 400 space artifacts, offers immersive experiences including the American premiere of The Moonwalkers: A Journey with Tom Hanks, and features hands-on activities such as Mission: Sketch, designed for young space explorers.
Get your tickets now at Moon 2 Mars Festival, presented by Wellby Financial | March 11-14.
MOON 2 MARS FESTIVAL ACTIVATIONS:
Innovation Tent supported by United States Space Force
- US Space Force
- Lunar Outpost
- Wellby Financial Experience
- Avidbots
- Intuitive Machines
- VRcore
- Electronic Parts Outlet
- ISS Mimic
- Space Center Houston Planetarium
Education Tent
- Robotics, Rocket builds and other STEM activities.
Wellby Financial Members Area – Hospitality Lounge for Wellby Members Only
- Enjoy exclusive hospitality perks, including food, beverage and giveaways, while learning more about Wellby Financial and their commitment to helping people prosper.
Starbase Beer Garden
- Starbase sampling space-themed brews, including a new Space Center Houston–branded beer. Additional beers will be available for purchase.
Festive Foods by Wolfgang Puck is available for purchase, including turkey legs, brisket sandwiches, and more!
Space Center Houston Members Area – Special Events Building VIP tent for SCH Members Only
- Available on Friday, 3/13, and Saturday, 3/14 during the concert. This is a ticketed area for sponsors and VIP ticket purchasers.
- Complimentary food and drinks starting at 5:00 p.m. both days.
Concert Stage
- Educational programs and a science DJ throughout each day on the main stage.
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About Space Center Houston
Space Center Houston’s shared purpose is to bring people and space closer together. Over 1.3 million visitors and more than 250,000 students and educators visit each year to connect with the significance of space exploration to pursue a path in STEM or follow along as incredible feats of human spaceflight continue to make new discoveries. Space Center Houston is owned by the Manned Space Flight Education Foundation, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, and generates an annual $118M economic impact to the Greater Houston area. Space Center Houston is a Smithsonian Affiliate, the Official Visitor Center of NASA Johnson Space Center, and a Certified Autism Center. Learn more at spacecenter.org.
About Wellby Financial
Wellby Financial is a nationally ranked, member-owned credit union proudly serving Greater Houston. Wellby was originally established in 1961 to serve the employees and families of NASA Johnson Space Center. The organization has grown into one of the largest credit unions in Houston, serving more than 125,000 members with 22 branches and more than $2.67 billion in assets. Wellby is ranked one of America’s Best Credit Unions by Newsweek and the Best Overall Among Banks and Credit Unions in Texas by Money.com. Additionally, Wellby is a USA TODAY and Houston Chronicle Top Workplace and additionally received a Culture Excellence Award for Employee Appreciation. Membership is open to those who live or work in the City of Houston or any city within Galveston County, are an immediate family member of an existing Wellby Financial member, work for a company or organization that partners with Wellby Financial, or join the American Consumer Council (ACC), a non-profit dedicated to consumer education and financial literacy. For more information, visit wellbyfinancial.com.
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