A New Space Era
World Space Week 2026 celebrates a new era of rocket technology.
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October 4–10
World Space Week runs worldwide from October 4 through October 10.
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Reusable Rocket
Reusable rockets can return, land and fly again—changing launch economics.
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Faster Access to Space
New launch systems are helping make access to space more frequent.
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Commercial Space
Commercial launch providers are becoming an important part of modern spaceflight.
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Space Innovation
New technology is opening opportunities for science, research and exploration.
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The Space Age Began
Sputnik 1 launched on October 4, 1957, helping begin the Space Age.
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Working Together
Countries and space agencies continue working together beyond Earth.
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The Moon Ahead
Modern rockets are helping prepare for ambitious lunar missions.
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Reusable Rocket
Reusable rockets can return, land and fly again—changing launch economics.
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The Future
The Rocket Revolution could open new doors for exploration, science and discovery.
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Space Helps Earth
Space technology helps people on Earth through communication, navigation and scientific research.
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