Space Center Houston’s Moon2Mars Festival, presented by Wellby, Powered by JSC FCU, June 10-12
HOUSTON, June 9, 2022 – Space Center Houston launches the first annual Moon2Mars Festival, presented by Wellby, Powered by JSC FCU, June 10-12. The Moon2Mars festival celebrates the future of space from the Moon to Mars. The festival will highlight cutting-edge space technologies and Friday and Saturday will culminate with an evening concert featuring performances by American Authors, Wade Bowen and Katie Toupin. Learn about the return to the Moon through Artemis, a new permanent exhibit about the return to the Moon.
The Moon2Mars Festival is a three-day public event celebrating NASA’s Artemis program and the innovations that will help us establish a sustainable human presence on the Moon. This Moon2Mars Festival is one way Space Center Houston, the Official Visitor Center of NASA Johnson Space Center, provides the public access to be a part of what’s happening now in space exploration.
Experience the latest in space tech! Watch live demonstrations all weekend long, including Astrolab’s next-gen FLEX rover. Explore Artemis, a new permanent exhibit about the return to the Moon. Get an up-close look at the Lunar Outpost Rover, the first rover to the lunar South Pole in 2023. See cutting-edge space tech that will facilitate humanity’s next giant leap inside the Repsol Space Innovation Tent.
Jam out to stellar tunes at the outdoor concerts. The outdoor stage will kick off with live music entertainment at 4 p.m. Friday, June 10 and Saturday, June 11. Friday’s live music features a performance by Katie Toupin at 7 p.m. and Texan native Wade Bowen at 8:15 p.m. Saturday’s music features performances by Katie Toupin at 7 p.m. and American Authors at 8:15 p.m.
“Space City is known for driving innovation, and it’s the home of Mission Control, so there’s no better place to experience the latest in space exploration than at Space Center Houston,” said William T. Harris, president and CEO of Space Center Houston. “We are excited to provide people of all ages with access to the latest in space tech and to celebrate together as we look ahead at exploring more of the lunar surface and preparing to send astronauts to Mars.”
The three-day public festival will provide an up-close look at some of the space technology we’ll need to go to the Moon and Mars like rovers, spacesuits, landers and more. Guests will have the opportunity to learn about cutting-edge technology needed for future space missions from NASA and leading companies working with NASA. These technological wonders will be displayed at Space Center Houston, the home of numerous artifacts tracing the past and exciting future of human space exploration.
“We are thrilled about continuing and expanding our relationship with Space Center Houston by partnering together on this exciting event,” stated Marty Pell, President and CEO of Wellby, Powered by JSC FCU. “Our passion for empowering dreamers to reach for the stars drives us to remind the world that with permission to dream, there is no limit to human achievement. Together with Space Center Houston, we look forward to inspiring generations of Houstonians, whether they’re dreaming of reaching the Moon or Mars or achieving goals closer to home like financial well-being.”
Moon2Mars Festival offers something for everyone. Experience indoor and outdoor programming, immersive learning opportunities, delicious food and beverage offerings from Wolfgang Puck Catering, live music and additional programming on the outdoor stage throughout the days and evenings of June 10-12. Relax and beat the heat inside air conditioned festival tents with fun space activities. Space Center Houston members get access to free chair massages, sunscreen, swag bags, and activities in the family-friendly Member Lounge, presented by Wellby.
Tickets are on sale now for Space Center Houston’s Moon2Mars Festival, presented by Wellby, Powered by JSC FCU, June 9-12. Moon2Mars Festival ticket prices are $34.95 for children (ages 4-11), $37.95 for seniors, $39.95 for adults (12 and older), and $34.95 (onsite only) for members of the military.
Note, Aaron Watson and SHAED, who were previously announced on the line-up, are no longer performing. Visit www.spacecenter.org/moon2marsfestival for more information about the activities and hours of operation during this special period. Join the conversation, use #Moon2MarsFestival.
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The Manned Space Flight Education Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit science and space exploration learning center with extensive educational programs. Space Center Houston is the cornerstone of its mission to inspire all generations through the wonders of space exploration. The center draws more than 1.25 million visitors annually, was named “Best Museum in Texas” by USA Today and generates a $118.7 million annual economic impact in 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. More than 250,000 teachers and students from around the world visit the center annually to experience the educational space museum with more than 400 things to see and do. For more information, go to www.spacecenter.org.
Wellby, Powered by JSC FCU, is a member-owned, not-for-profit financial cooperative proudly serving the Greater Houston Metro. Wellby, Powered by JSC FCU, was originally established in 1961 to serve the employees and families of Johnson Space Center. We have grown into one of the largest credit unions in Houston, serving more than 130,000 members with 17 solution center locations and more than $2 billion in assets. As a people-first organization, Wellby, Powered by JSC FCU, is open to all members of the Houston community who live, work, worship, or attend school in the Greater Houston Metro. For more information, visit wellbyfinancial.com. Federally insured by NCUA. Equal Housing Lender. Equal Opportunity Employer.
