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Sunrise Social: Brunch with José Hernández

Saturday, August 9, 2025
10:00 am
*Requires registration

Location | Space Center Houston Special Events Building

Tickets available Tuesday, July 1

Connect with legendary NASA astronaut José Hernández during this exclusive brunch at Space Center Houston. This is a rare chance to connect with a true space explorer and hear his incredible story firsthand. This event offers Space Center Houston members exclusive access to meet José, get his autograph, participate in a live Q&A session, snap a photo with him, and connect with other space enthusiasts over a delicious Saturday brunch buffet!

Tickets

  • $125 for Adults, ages 12 and above
  • $75 for Children ages 4-11

All tickets include:

  • All-you-can-eat breakfast buffet
  • One beverage from the cash bar (non-alcoholic mimosa, soda, etc.)
  • Keynote presentation by José Hernández
  • Photo and book signing opportunities

About Astronaut José Hernández

José Hernández is a former NASA astronaut whose incredible journey took him from working in the fields as a farm worker to soaring into space. Inspired by early spacewalks and astronaut Franklin Chang-Diaz, he pursued his passion for math and science, earning engineering degrees from the University of the Pacific and UC Santa Barbara. He helped develop the first full-field digital mammography system before finally being selected by NASA after 12 years of applying. In 2009, he flew on mission STS-128. His story is a powerful reminder that perseverance and determination can turn even the most humble beginnings into something extraordinary.

Ready to become a Space Center Houston member? Learn more about membership and our weekend of events with José →

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