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Exclusive: Kennedy Under the Stars, After-Hours Event (December 19 & 20 Only)

Name: Exclusive: Kennedy Under the Stars, After-Hours Event (December 19 & 20 Only)
Brand: Headout
SKU: 28163
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 4.6 (43 reviews)

Kennedy Space Center's festive, after-hours celebration returns on December 19 and 20, featuring live entertainment, a holiday dance party, cheerful décor, and an all-new Holidays in Space drone show that lights up the night sky with NASA’s iconic programs.

A glow dance party will set the mood with holiday hits from years past, alongside Cosmic Glow Mini Golf and signature performers like the Penny Farthing elf entertainer and the Vocalitas.

Savor holiday-themed food and drinks. You even have a fun photo op with the Mars Rover Vehicle Navigator® dressed as Rudolph.

Don't forget to participate in the Rocket Tree Trail Scavenger Hunt with your family and friends for some group fun throughout the evening.

Many of the visitor complex's top attractions will stay open late, including Heroes & Legends, Gateway™, Space Shuttle Atlantis®, Spaceport KSC®, Journey to Mars, Planet Play, HYPERDECK VR, and the Space Shop.

3.5-hour after-hours visit to Kennedy Space Center on either December 19 or 20 (as per option selected)

Exclusive entry to Kennedy Under the Stars

First look at the Holidays in Space drone show

Glow dance party featuring holiday music of yester-year

Cosmic Glow Mini Golf

Live entertainment, including Penny Farthing elf entertainer and the Vocalitas

Photo opportunity with the Mars Rover Vehicle Navigator® dressed like Rudolph

Rocket Tree Trail Scavenger Hunt

Exclusive collectable pin

Parking

Access to key attractions:

Heroes and Legends featuring the US Astronaut Hall of Fame®

Gateway: The Deep Space Launch Complex® and Spaceport KSC®

HYPERDECK VR

Planet Play

Journey To Mars

Space Shuttle Atlantis® and the Shuttle Launch Experience®

Space Shop

Special holiday-themed food and drinks (available for purchase)

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Amy K
Solo
Verified booking
Jan 2026
Fantastic drone show. Fun and educational for all ages.
Douglas Z
Couple
Verified booking
Dec 2025
The small crowd made it so easy to go through each ehibit! The light show was fantastic . The highlight was the employees. Everyone we interacted with was a most gracious host!
David S
Group
Verified booking
Dec 2025
Incredible drone show at the end with over 600 drones! I was really impressed and would recommend to anyone!!! The holiday themed cocktails are a plus for the adults.
Aaron L
Group
Verified booking
Sep 2025
Visited Kennedy Space Center for the Y2K event on 30.08.25. Really enjoyed this event well planned, great atmosphere, music brought me back to the year 2000's. My son loves space shuttles & rockets and had a fab time , would recommend to others
Henry F
Group
Verified booking
Dec 2025

Getting started

After presenting your event ticket at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, you’ll make your way inside where festive décor, twinkling lights, and live entertainment set the scene for a holiday night out. Explore at your own pace and enjoy the attractions, activities, and shows that come alive after dark.

What to expect

Kennedy Under the Stars: Holiday Edition transforms the visitor complex into a glowing, festive celebration. The brand-new Holidays in Space drone show will light up the sky with a journey through NASA’s most iconic programs from Apollo and Shuttle to Artemis. Throughout the night, you’ll find live performers, a glow dance party filled with nostalgic holiday music, holiday-themed food and drinks, and plenty of photo-worthy moments, including the Mars Rover Vehicle Navigator® dressed like Rudolph. Families and groups can enjoy the Rocket Tree Trail Scavenger Hunt, while signature attractions stay open late for extra exploration time.

Features

Holiday drone show: A stunning new sky display debuting this season, featuring a festive space-themed story.

Glow dance party: Holiday hits from decades past paired with colorful lights and high-energy fun.

Cosmic Glow Mini Golf: A glowing, family-friendly mini golf course created just for the event.

Live entertainment: Performances from the Penny Farthing elf entertainer, the Vocalitas, and other holiday characters.

Photo ops: Capture memories with the Mars Rover Vehicle Navigator® decked out as Rudolph.

Extended attraction hours: Enjoy favorites like Space Shuttle Atlantis®, Gateway™, Heroes & Legends, HYPERDECK VR, Journey to Mars, Spaceport KSC®, Planet Play, and more, all open later than usual.

Holiday treats & drinks: Seasonal food and specialty beverages available for purchase throughout the complex.

What to bring

Bring a valid photo ID that matches the name on your booking.

Dress in comfortable layers since December nights at the visitor complex can get a little chilly.

Wear good walking shoes since you’ll be moving between different attractions.

What’s not allowed

Outside food and drinks can’t be brought into the visitor complex.

Smoking and vaping are only allowed in designated areas.

Pets aren’t allowed.

Leave drones, coolers, large bags, and other prohibited items at home.

For security reasons, costume masks that conceal your face are prohibited, as are any props that resemble weapons.

Accessibility

Most areas and attractions open during the event are wheelchair accessible.

You’ll find accessible parking and restrooms on-site.

Registered service animals are welcome.

Some outdoor areas may have low lighting or uneven surfaces, but staff is always around to help if you need support.

Additional information

This special after-hours event happens only on December 19 and 20, starting at 6pm.

Parking is included with your ticket.

The event goes on rain or shine, though some outdoor elements may be adjusted if needed.

Holiday treats, drinks, and fun souvenirs will be available to purchase throughout the night.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.

Please arrive at the redemption point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.

Ticket redemption point

Show your ticket at the turnstiles at the main entrance of Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex.

Address: Space Commerce Way, Merritt Island, FL 32953, United States.

Get directions to the redemption point