Registration opening May 30, 2025
Due to the popularity of Unmanned Aircraft Systems, or drones, for recreational and commercial usage, the U.S. Space & Rocket Center has developed a netted drone facility for use in its Space Camp curriculum. The Rocket Center has plans to open the facility for public recreational use, so please check back to this page for updates on the availability of the area for public use. Drone flight on the main U.S. Space & Rocket Center campus is restricted to commercial operators who have received prior approval from the Director of Communications.
Wednesday, September 10, 2025 - Drone Days Expo with vendor booths, demonstrations and activities Center-wide
(Free with Museum Admission)
Drone Demonstrations including photography, drone racing, NIST and public safety demonstrations
Vendor Exhibits
AR/VR drone experiences
Amphibious drones
Thursday, September 11, 2025 - Drone Days Summit with Leading Industry Speakers at the Space Camp Operations Center (SPOC) - 9 am to 5 pm
8 Sessions of speakers
Speaker List announced in June
All 8 sessions, admission to the museum and lunch $199
Military / Government / 1st Responders (with ID) $170
Student (with Student ID) $99
Register Now: Coming soon
For Sponsorship and Exhibitor Booth Info: Drone Sponsors
Aviation Challenge Adult Camp - September 12-14 ( limited availability) $899
Aviation Challenge Adult Space Camp is a fighter pilot training based Space Camp. Trainees take part in hands-on activities based on the design principles of modern air systems in flight simulations and go through air combat maneuvering training to prepare for mission scenarios. Must be 18 or older to participate.
To register for Aviation Challenge Adult Space Camp - Space camp Programs | U.S. Space & Rocket Center
Questions: Institute@spacecamp.com