posted 08-14-2026 01:50 PM               

Max Power: Kennedy Space Center

America’s newest and most exciting aerospace technology expo and air show

Celebrate the spirit of American innovation at MAX POWER — an exposition of air and space technologies at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida, Nov. 7-8, 2026. The two-day event will feature immersive experiences for all ages to enjoy, including air shows, skydiving stunts, technology demonstrations, spaceflight hardware, military aircraft, and behind‑the‑scenes access to America’s spaceport. Attend talks led by NASA experts and meet astronauts from some of agency’s most famous missions!

In collaboration with Air Dot Show, UP.Summit, Space Florida, Delaware North, and Purpose Entertainment, MAX POWER blends history, exploration, and the cutting edge of aerospace into an unforgettable experience.

What to expect

• Air Shows - see planes soar
  
• Tech showcase - Envision the future
  
• Astronauts - Meet the explorers
  
• And more... - Experience America's spaceport

Get Your Tickets to MAX POWER

MAX POWER is organized into three park experiences. Separate ticketing for each park enables visitors to customize their visit to best fit their interests and schedule. Attend one, two, or all three! Park descriptions and links to purchase tickets are available below. Links to external sites are provided for informational purposes and do not imply NASA’s endorsement.

• Air Dot Show

  Presented by Air Dot Show, park one will feature thrilling, multi-day air shows featuring military aircraft and flyovers by NASA, the Department of War, the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds, and more!

• UP.Summit

  Presented by UP.Summit, in park two you can explore the latest innovations in transportation. From autonomous vehicles to cutting-edge drones and space exploration technologies, come and see what the future holds!

• Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex

  Park three includes an all-access pass to the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex exhibits and attractions and behind-the-gates tours of NASA’s Kennedy Space Center, home to America's historic launch facilities.

posted 08-14-2026 06:06 PM               

With 'Max Power,' NASA returns air show to Kennedy Space Center

For the fourth time in history, NASA's Kennedy Space Center will host a public air show from on its property in Florida.

The space agency on Friday (Aug. 14) announced "Max Power," a two-day expo of "American air and space innovation." Held at Space Florida's Launch and Landing Facility (formerly NASA's Shuttle Launch Facility) in collaboration with Air Dot Show, UP.Summit, Delaware North and Purpose Entertainment, the Nov. 7-8 ticketed event will showcase the latest air and spacecraft being flown by NASA in a dynamic public show.

posted 10-20-2026 04:53 PM               

MAX POWER activities are included with daily admission. Guests visiting November 6 – 8 will receive a $17.76 savings on admission.

There will be activities and installations throughout the visitor complex during MAX POWER.

Space Shuttle Atlantis

• A NASA activation features 1/50th-scale models of the Human Landing System Starship and Blue Moon landers and the Space Launch System rocket
  
• A NASA Science Mission Directorate exhibit spotlighting the Earth science airborne fleet, the Dragonfly and Skyfall missions, space crop research, astrophysics and heliophysics
  
• Flight simulators including the X-59
  
• A large-scale model of the CAPSTONE spacecraft. Guests can also view American Space Art from the NASA Archives, aeronautics-themed art and artifacts, and Skyeports’ designs for next-generation space architecture and self-sustaining interplanetary habitats built from lunar glass materials.

Gateway: The Deep Space Launch Complex

• Blue Origin and its Club for the Future will display a 16-foot New Glenn rocket model
  
• Sierra Space exhibit
  
• Rocketdyne exhibit

Heroes and Legends Conference Facility

• U.S. Air Force’s Vance Air Force Base
  
• Helo Girls
  
• MultiGP
  
• Lunar glass habitats

Additional Exhibits

• Firefly Aerospace’s Blue Ghost lunar lander in the Rocket Garden
  
• A Florida Department of Transportation trailer and simulator
  
• Exhibits from L3Harris Technologies in Atlantis and Florida Tech in Heroes and Legends Conference Facility.
  
• Thunderbirds Meet and Greet, November 6, 2026 at 9:30 AM
  
• The Thunderbirds perform for people all around the world to display the pride, precision, and professionalism the U.S. Air Force represents. The Thunderbirds will be headlining NASA’s MAX POWER event, November 7th and 8th. Meet the crew before they fly during a meet and greet
  
• Robo Dogs with Space Force in Heroes and Legends Conference Facility
  
• Daily Journey To Mars fireside chats, presented by Intuitive Machines, will take place at 1, 2, 3 and 4 p.m., offering firsthand insights into space exploration, mission preparation and the technology powering deep-space travel.

On Saturday, November 7 and Sunday, November 8, the MAX POWER Parade will make its way through the visitor complex between 2 and 4 p.m., featuring the Viera High School Marching Band (November 7) and Titusville High School Marching Band (November 8), Corvettes carrying astronauts, the KSCVC Lunar Rover, MRVN, the KSCVC Spaceperson, stiltwalkers, a roving DJ and the WeFlip team.

posted 10-21-2026 03:21 PM               

We are excited to announce that Starfighters Space is participating in the inaugural MAX POWER aerospace expo and airshow at NASA's Kennedy Space Center from November 7-8, 2026.

Through flight and static displays of our historic F-104 aircraft, we will showcase how Starfighters is helping test and advance the next generation of aerospace technology.

The F-104 will be piloted by Director of Flight Operations and lead aviation Piercarlo Ciacchi, a former member of the Italian Air Force with over 7,000 hours of flight time across a wide range of aircraft types.