Events and Public Programs
Participate in free events and activities at NASA’s Wallops Flight Facility Visitor Center!
Visitor Center Experiences
To enhance your self-guided experience, our staff and volunteers will occasionally conduct special “pop-up” programs and activities for guests of all ages to explore science topics and NASA missions. All experiences are free of charge.
Gallery Programs
Look for an informal educator and our curiosity cart in the main exhibit hall to complete a challenge or engage in fun, hands-on science demonstrations.
Science On a Sphere Solar System Tour
Take a self-guided tour of our local solar system and explore past, present, and future NASA planetary missions.
Special Events and Programs
Join us in one of our upcoming events or programs to explore a special STEM topic. All programs are free; those requiring advanced registration will be noted in the event description.
August
NASA Earth Science at Work: Ground, Air, and Space-Based Technology Powering Our Future
The STEM Spotlight Series
Friday, August 7, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., presentation at 10:30 a.m.
NASA Senior Earth Science Specialist Brian Campbell will join the visitor center for a special presentation, exploring NASA’s past, present, and future Earth Science missions and the cutting-edge technology behind them. Discover how data from these mission helps informs decisions, address societal needs, and advance our understanding of Earth – while using what we learn here to prepare for a sustainable future on the Moon and Mars.
This family-friendly program is free and open to the public.
NASA After Hours: Perseid Meteor Shower
Wednesday, August 12, 8 p.m. to 10 p.m.
As the sun sets, join us for a unique stargazing experience guided by NASA Solar System Ambassadors, local amateur astronomers, and Wallops Visitor Center staff. Whether you are a seasoned astronomy enthusiast or looking up at the stars for the first time, this event offers an up-close look at one of the year’s most anticipated celestial events, the Perseid meteor shower!
Featuring a telescope viewing area and plenty of hands-on activities, the event offers opportunities to discover the beauty and wonder of deep-sky objects and observe one of the most active meteor showers of the year!
The event will be held rain or shine. If cloudy or inclement weather prevents telescope viewing, indoor activities and programming will continue as planned.
Bug protection is recommended, as mosquitoes and other insects may be present. The viewing area will be dark, so flashlights are recommended; please use a red filter or red light to help preserve night vision and minimize light interference for other skywatchers.
The event is free and open to the public. Plan to arrive early and make the most of your evening! The event wraps promptly at 10 p.m., so please allow enough time to enjoy the full experience.
