Holidays in Space: Celebrating Christmas at Kennedy Space Center

No, the Visitor Complex is closed on Christmas Day (December 25).

Yes. Kennedy Space Center is hosting holiday-season events such as 2025 Holidays in Space (December 21–30), Kennedy Under the Stars (December 19 & 20), and Fraggle Rock (December 22 onwards).

Yes. Holidays in Space is included with standard daytime admission; no separate holiday ticket or special event ticket is required.

Yes. Holidays in Space runs on select dates (December 20–30, 2025) during the holiday season, so visiting outside those dates means you’ll miss the seasonal décor and festive programming. Note that the main drone show is unavailable on Christmas Day.

Yes, the holiday celebrations at KSC are designed to be family and kid-friendly. The events include festive décor, a drone show, interactive events, scavenger hunts, live entertainment, photo ops, and general exhibits accessible to all ages.

Depends on the event. The after-hours event (Kennedy Under the Stars: Holiday Edition) is separately ticketed; 2025 Holidays in Space and Fraggle Rock: A Space-y Adventure are included with the general admission ticket.

Tickets for all events can be purchased on-site or online. But since selected experiences have capacity limitations, it’s best to book tickets online and in advance (at least two weeks in advance).

Most of the Visitor Complex’s main attractions remain open, including Heroes & Legend, Gateway: The Deep Space Launch Complex, Space Shuttle Atlas, and more.

No. All core attractions remain fully accessible, with holiday elements enhancing the atmosphere rather than replacing standard exhibits and shows.

Yes, the events are wheelchair-accessible; ECVs and strollers are also available for rent.

Yes, you can carry your own, provided the items are packed in small, soft-sided coolers or soft bags. Glass containers and alcoholic beverages are not permitted.