BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//SpaceNews - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:SpaceNews X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://spacenews.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for SpaceNews REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/Copenhagen BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20280326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20281029T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T000000 DTSTAMP:20260412T202645 CREATED:20260106T171419Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T171419Z UID:566563-1776038400-1776297600@spacenews.com SUMMARY:Space Symposium (41st) DESCRIPTION:De facto global gathering of civil\, commercial\, and defense space leaders shaping international markets and policy. URL:https://spacenews.com/event/space-symposium-41st/ LOCATION:DC END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T235959 DTSTAMP:20260412T202645 CREATED:20260203T161429Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T161432Z UID:570271-1776297600-1776383999@spacenews.com SUMMARY:2nd International Conference on Gravitation\, Astrophysics and Cosmology DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to announce the 2nd International Conference on Gravitation\, Astrophysics and Cosmology (ICGAC2026)\, which will be held from April 16–18\, 2026\, in Paris\, France. ICGAC2026 aims to bring together leading researchers\, scientists\, and students from around the world to share the latest advancements and research findings in the fields of gravitation\, astrophysics\, and cosmology. The conference will feature keynote talks by renowned experts\, sessions on cutting-edge topics such as Gravitation Physics and Lensing\, Applied Relativity\, Solar and Stellar Physics\, Applied Physics\, and Neutrino Cosmology\, as well as opportunities for networking and collaboration. With a vibrant mix of academic and industry perspectives\, this event offers a unique platform for insightful discussions\, new partnerships\, and the exchange of groundbreaking ideas. Join us in Paris to be part of an engaging scientific experience and contribute to shaping the future of astrophysical research.\n\n  URL:https://spacenews.com/event/2nd-international-conference-on-gravitation-astrophysics-and-cosmology/ LOCATION:Paris\, France\, Paris\, France\, Paris\, NY\, 70123\, United States CATEGORIES:Conferences ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://spacenews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/ICGAC2026-Conplus-Poster25-06-20252-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Conplus Meetings":MAILTO:icgac@conplusmeetings.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260420T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T170000 DTSTAMP:20260412T202645 CREATED:20251110T193729Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T193732Z UID:559837-1776672000-1776963600@spacenews.com SUMMARY:NewSpace Africa Conference 2026 DESCRIPTION:Themed Inclusive Growth: Expanding Space Benefits to All Africans\, the NewSpace Africa Conference 2026 is gathering Africa’s space industry — government agencies\, NewSpace companies\, investors\, continental institutions\, research bodies\, and development partners — in a shared conference to drive the next wave of inclusive space-driven development across the continent. Organised by Space in Africa and the African Space Agency and hosted by the Gabonese Agency for Space Studies and Observations\, the conference is set to be held in Libreville\, Gabon for 29th to 23rd April 2026.What to Expect?1. Pan-African leadership and policy access: Engage directly with ministers\, heads of national space agencies\, and regulators defining Africa’s space trajectory.2. Extensive product exhibition: Showcase your innovations\, explore partnerships\, and capitalise on matchmaking sessions tailored for commercialisation and strategic co-development.3. Robust\, actionable content tracks: From satellite connectivity and EO to space-enabled sectors\, sessions are grounded in African contexts and real-world needs.4. Visibility and credibility: Position your organisation before continental media\, development partners\, donors\, and new audiences across Africa’s space ecosystem.5. Plenary and policy discussions: High-level strategy\, alignment\, and African continental cooperation.Registration and sponsorship opportunities are now open. Early-bird rates available until November 30\, 2025. Media professionals and journalists may apply for media accreditation to gain full access\, interview privileges\, and press facilities. URL:https://spacenews.com/event/newspace-africa-conference-2026/ LOCATION:Libreville\, Gabon\, Zone Economique Spéciale de Nkok Parcelle n° R27 - PK27\, Libreville\, Estuaire 3850\, 3850\, Gabon ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://spacenews.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/NSC-2026-New-Banner.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Space in Africa":MAILTO:info@spaceinafrica.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T170000 DTSTAMP:20260412T202645 CREATED:20260325T142856Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T142858Z UID:581313-1777379400-1777568400@spacenews.com SUMMARY:NASA’s Lunar Surface Innovation Consortium 2026 Spring Meeting DESCRIPTION:NASA’s Lunar Surface Innovation Consortium 2026 Spring Meeting will take place on April 28 at the Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg Center in Washington\, DC; and on April 29-30 at the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory’s Kossiakoff Center in Laurel\, Maryland.\n\nWith the theme “Accelerate the Pace: Touch Down\, Power Up\, Explore!”\, the LSIC Spring meeting will echo the nation’s imperative for an immediate and lasting presence on the Moon\, underscoring the urgency for lunar infrastructure technology efforts and inviting collaboration between NASA\, government\, industry\, and academia on how we can advance progress together. URL:https://spacenews.com/event/nasas-lunar-surface-innovation-consortium-2026-spring-meeting/ LOCATION:DC CATEGORIES:Conferences,Featured,Meetings,Networking,Virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://spacenews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/LSIC-Spring-Mtg-1800x1800-1.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="NASA%E2%80%99s Lunar Surface Innovation Consortium and the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory":MAILTO:LSICMeetings@jhuapl.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T173000 DTSTAMP:20260412T202645 CREATED:20260318T230637Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T230640Z UID:579999-1777453200-1777483800@spacenews.com SUMMARY:ARIZONA SPACE Congress™ DESCRIPTION:ARIZONA SPACE Congress™ mobilizes leaders from across Arizona and beyond to shape the state’s space strategy.\n\nWe convene leaders from industry\, government\, academia\, entrepreneurship\, and investment to create a shared\, actionable blueprint for Arizona Space 2030. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThrough our Mobilization Method\, the Congress will co-create the Arizona Space Action Blueprint™—the acceleration framework for Arizona’s space leadership across: \n– technology– infrastructure– power systems– human frontiers URL:https://spacenews.com/event/arizona-space-congress/ LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Downtown Phoenix\, 122 N 2nd St\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85004\, United States CATEGORIES:Competition,Conferences,Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://spacenews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Statewide-Mobilization-1200x627-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Space Rising":MAILTO:taryn@azspacelab.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T173000 DTSTAMP:20260412T202645 CREATED:20260318T230749Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T230751Z UID:580014-1777480200-1777483800@spacenews.com SUMMARY:Space Tank™ - Arizona Edition DESCRIPTION:World Innovation Network Brings Space Tank™ Innovation Competition to Arizona Space Congress 2026\n\nNational space innovation competition launches statewide call for founders\, investors\, and industry leaders to accelerate Arizona’s growing space economy\n\n\nPHOENIX\, AZ and CAPE CANAVERAL\, FL — World Innovation Network (WIN) will bring Space Tank™\, its flagship innovation competition\, to the stage\, featuring both live presentations and select pre-recorded video submissions\, as the marquee finale of Arizona Space Congress™ on April 29\, 2026\, at the Hyatt Regency Downtown Phoenix. \n\nArizona Space Congress™ is the first-of-its-kind statewide call-to-action that mobilizes leaders from across industry\, government\, academia\, entrepreneurship\, and investment communities to align strategy and advance Arizona’s space ecosystem. Space Tank™: Arizona Edition will serve as the high-energy closing session designed to catalyze collaboration and accelerate innovation. \n\nPinnacle of the Congress – Space Tank™: Arizona Edition\n\nArizona Space Congress™ culminates in Space Tank™: Arizona Edition\, the live\, on-stage and virtual ASTROpreneurial collaboration-competition created and produced by Robert S. Katz\, CEO & Executive Director of World Innovation Network (WIN). As the only non-profit\, international non-governmental organization (NGO) space think tank\, WIN assembles architects and advocates to activate space innovation ecosystems. With over 360 global collaborators\, including the United States Space Force and the NASA International Space Apps Challenge\, WIN spearheads the SOLUTIONneering™ of game-changing breakthroughs addressing the most critical Earth imperatives.\n\nSpace Tank™ – Where Ambition Meets Activation\n\nRenowned as “Shark Tank at Ludicrous Light-Speed\,” this rocket-fueled super-session propels an elite crew of ASTROpreneurs into the space spotlight. These visionary founders go head-to-head\, unveiling disruptive\, dual-use breakthroughs to a “Launch Control” panel of industry titans\, orbital experts\, and strategic investors. Inside this high-stakes gauntlet\, bold solutions fuse with the coaching\, community\, collaboration\, capital\, and creativity needed for the safety and security of our final frontier. \n\nFeatured Tech-Targets include:\n\n Satellites & Sensing\n Propulsion & Power\n Robotics & Autonomy\n Space & Earth Infrastructure\n\nJoin the Mission: Call for ASTROpreneurs\n\nReflecting its prime principle that There’s a Place\, In Space\, For every Face\, Space Tank™ warmly welcomes ASTROpreneurs from every background\, every level\, and every mission readiness stage.  Whether igniting their first ScienceFICTION spark to scaling their full ScienceFACTION breakthroughs\, we invite everyone’s napkins\, mock-ups\, and payloads on stage.\n\nUniversities\, corporations\, investors\, incubators/accelerators\, and all other Entrepreneurial Support Organizations (ESOs) are invited to partner by nominating their entrepreneurial teams with “The Right Stuff” to represent them within the arena.\n\nTo boost broad participation\, Robert S. Katz will host a series of optional Space Tank™: Mission Readiness Pre-Briefings for prospective partners and presenters\, including potential mentors\, advisors\, coaches\, and judges. Please find details and registration at win.ngo/az.\n\nSpace Tank™ Applications Now Open – Apply by April 8\, 2026\n\nAll founders and partners are encouraged to apply: win.ngo/az. Selected teams and judges will be invited by April 10\, 2026 to present at Arizona Space Congress™ on April 29\, 2026\, with complimentary full-access registration. Presentations will feature both live and select pre-recorded video submissions\, therefore applicants are welcome to apply whether attending in person or virtually.\n\nState Awards & National Advancement\n\nFounders compete for the inaugural Arizona Space Congress™ Innovation Impact Medal\, a hallmark of excellence and recognition\, which will be awarded at the Supernova Gala. Space Rising prides itself on accelerating access to priceless support across Arizona’s rich statewide ecosystem\, ensuring every innovator continues to soar well beyond the stage. The top ASTROpreneurial Team advances to the Space Tank™: National Final Championship on December 4 – 6\, 2026\, at EarthLight Foundation’s New Worlds Faire in Houston\, featuring planned programming with NASA Johnson Space Center.\n\nArizona Space 2030: The Growth Framework\n\nSpace Tank™ supports Arizona Space 2030\, where the community builds on insights and momentum from the Arizona Space Congress™ by solving core challenges in human frontiers\, technology\, infrastructure\, and power systems. Arizona Space 2030 asks:\n\n What must Arizona do over the next four years to further advance as a leading space state?\n\nJoin us in shaping Arizona’s space future – register for the Arizona Space Congress™ and help turn bold ideas into decisive action.  URL:https://spacenews.com/event/space-tank-arizona-edition/ LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Downtown Phoenix\, 122 N 2nd St\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85004\, United States CATEGORIES:Competition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://spacenews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/SpaceTANK-LinkedIn-1200x627_revised.png ORGANIZER;CN="Space Rising":MAILTO:taryn@azspacelab.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T220000 DTSTAMP:20260412T202645 CREATED:20260318T230832Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T230834Z UID:580024-1777485600-1777500000@spacenews.com SUMMARY:Supernova Gala DESCRIPTION:Supernova Gala brings together leaders across the space ecosystem for an inspiring evening dedicated to the future of space. As a signature fundraising event\, it supports multiple space-focused STEM nonprofits\, investing in the next generation of space-ready talent.\n\nSilent Auction\nElevate our future workforce with every bid. Every dollar raised fuels space STEM programs.\n\nBeneficiaries \n• Higher Orbits\n• Space Force Association: Space Professional Society\n• Arizona Science Center URL:https://spacenews.com/event/supernova-gala/ LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Downtown Phoenix\, 122 N 2nd St\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85004\, United States CATEGORIES:Conferences ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://spacenews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Supernova-GALA-1200x627-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Space Rising":MAILTO:taryn@azspacelab.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T170000 DTSTAMP:20260412T202645 CREATED:20251010T195620Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T195627Z UID:556036-1777795200-1778086800@spacenews.com SUMMARY:USGIF GEOINT Symposium DESCRIPTION:The nation’s largest gathering of GEOINT professionals\, the GEOINT Symposium explores the critical role of geospatial intelligence in building a secure future. From land to sea\, and from cyberspace to outer space\, GEOINT’s impact is felt across every dimension and domain. Engage with industry experts\, government leaders\, and innovators to discover how geospatial intelligence is shaping a safer world for tomorrow. URL:https://spacenews.com/event/usgif-geoint-symposium/ LOCATION:Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center\, 6700 N Gaylord Rockies Blvd\, Aurora\, 80019 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://spacenews.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/GEOINT-2026_Logo-w-Theme.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T213000 DTSTAMP:20260412T202645 CREATED:20260409T181611Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T181717Z UID:585280-1778610600-1778621400@spacenews.com SUMMARY:2026 Spring Eisenhower Award Gala: Space Security DESCRIPTION:Business Executives for National Security (BENS) will focus on space security at the 2026 Eisenhower Award Gala\, where public and private leaders will gather to honor General Stephen N. Whiting\, USSF\, Commander of U.S. Space Command\, and Baiju Bhatt\, Founder and CEO of Aetherflux and Co-Founder of Robinhood. \nIn an era of evolving threats\, space has become essential to America’s national security. Protecting it requires the whole-of-nation approach that President Eisenhower knew as the true foundation of lasting security. Join BENS for the 40th Eisenhower Gala bringing together senior business\, military\, and government leaders to honor two extraordinary Americans who embody that belief as they protect our nation’s space-based capabilities and build energy independence from the high ground. \nAs Commander of U.S. Space Command\, General Whiting stands at the forefront of one of the most consequential strategic challenges of our time: preserving America’s freedom of action in a domain that underpins all others. He leads Soldiers\, Marines\, Sailors\, Airmen\, and Guardians operating ground and space-based systems worldwide to deter aggression and defend our national interests and those of our allies. \nAddressing a parallel security challenge from the private sector\, Mr. Baiju Bhatt is building an American power grid in space. As the Founder and CEO of Aetherflux\, he is leading the development of space solar power systems to deliver continuous energy to contested military environments\, remote communities\, and critical infrastructure on Earth. A co-founder of Robinhood\, Mr. Bhatt brings that same drive to transform industries towards America’s energy independence and supply chain resilience. \nTogether\, General Whiting and Mr. Bhatt exemplify the partnership President Eisenhower envisioned — public and private leadership united in service of a stronger\, more prosperous nation. \nBlack Tie/Mess Dress Preferred.Sponsor opportunities available. URL:https://spacenews.com/event/2026-spring-eisenhower-award-gala-space-security/ LOCATION:The Ritz-Carlton Washington DC\, 1150 22nd St NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20037\, United States CATEGORIES:Conferences,Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://spacenews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2025-Fall-Eisenhower-LinkedIn-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Business Executives for National Security":MAILTO:communications@bens.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T000000 DTSTAMP:20260412T202645 CREATED:20260106T170013Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T170013Z UID:566547-1779148800-1779321600@spacenews.com SUMMARY:ASCEND DESCRIPTION: URL:https://spacenews.com/event/ascend/ LOCATION:DC END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T170000 DTSTAMP:20260412T202645 CREATED:20260123T195529Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T195531Z UID:568685-1779264000-1779382800@spacenews.com SUMMARY:CYSAT DESCRIPTION:CYSAT is an annual international conference dedicated to cybersecurity for space and satellite systems. Held in Paris\, it brings together satellite operators\, space agencies\, manufacturers\, cybersecurity experts\, and policymakers to discuss threats\, regulations\, and best practices for securing space infrastructures. The event focuses on practical\, operational cybersecurity challenges across the satellite lifecycle\, with conferences\, panels\, and technical workshops aimed at strengthening the resilience of space and satcom systems. URL:https://spacenews.com/event/cysat/ LOCATION:Station F\, 5 Parv. Alan Turing\, Paris\, 75013\, France ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://spacenews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/cysat-paris-2025-dark-no-bg-1-768x768-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T000000 DTSTAMP:20260412T202645 CREATED:20260106T171417Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T171417Z UID:566548-1780358400-1780531200@spacenews.com SUMMARY:Space Tech Expo USA DESCRIPTION:Major international exhibition focused on space manufacturing\, components\, testing\, and supply chains. URL:https://spacenews.com/event/space-tech-expo-usa/ LOCATION:DC END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T170000 DTSTAMP:20260412T202645 CREATED:20260130T154657Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T154700Z UID:569511-1780387200-1780592400@spacenews.com SUMMARY:SATEXPO 2026 DESCRIPTION:Driving the Future of Space and Satellite TechnologyJoin the epicentre of space innovation at SATEXPO\, the middle east’s premier platform for accelerating growth in the satellite and space technology sectors.As the MEASA region experiences unprecedented expansion\, this event unlocks boundless opportunities for businesses\, governments\, and investors alike. URL:https://spacenews.com/event/satexpo-2026/ LOCATION:Dubai Exhibition Centre\, Expo City\, Boulevard 2020\, Madinat Al Mataar - Expo City\, Dubai\, United Arab Emirates ORGANIZER;CN="Dubai World Trade Centre":MAILTO:info@dwtc.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T000000 DTSTAMP:20260412T202645 CREATED:20260106T171417Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T171417Z UID:566572-1780531200-1780790400@spacenews.com SUMMARY:International Space Development Conference (ISDC) DESCRIPTION:International forum focused on human spaceflight\, exploration policy\, and long-term space development. URL:https://spacenews.com/event/international-space-development-conference-isdc/ LOCATION:DC END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T235959 DTSTAMP:20260412T202645 CREATED:20260320T220452Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T220455Z UID:580579-1780531200-1780876799@spacenews.com SUMMARY:International Space Development Conference 2026 DESCRIPTION:The NSS invites you to ISDC 2026\, the annual gathering of the global space community. It takes place June 4-7\, 2026\, in McLean\, Virginia\, just outside Washington\, D.C. ISDC brings together visionaries in spaceflight\, the NewSpace economy\, AI\, and space settlement for four days of groundbreaking discussions and insights. Connect with NASA astronauts\, top space industry executives\, researchers\, engineers\, and academics shaping the new space age. URL:https://spacenews.com/event/international-space-development-conference-2026/ LOCATION:Hilton McLean Tysons Corner Hotel\, 7920 Jones Branch Drive\, McLean\, VA\, VA\, 22102-3308\, United States CATEGORIES:Conferences ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://spacenews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/ISDC-banner-2-1000x320-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="National Space Society":MAILTO:nsshq@nss.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T235959 DTSTAMP:20260412T202645 CREATED:20260212T152619Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T170300Z UID:573251-1780876800-1781135999@spacenews.com SUMMARY:MILSATCOM USA 2026 | 10th Edition DESCRIPTION:MILSATCOM USA is the premier U.S. conference dedicated to advancing military satellite communications and strengthening protected\, resilient\, and expeditionary SATCOM capabilities. Held in Arlington\, VA from June 8–10\, the 10th annual edition convenes senior commanders\, program leaders\, technical authorities\, and industry innovators to explore the latest developments in secure connectivity\, evolving SATCOM policy\, and next generation architectures designed to ensure warfighter advantage. In an increasingly contested and congested space environment\, the event serves as the key forum for shaping the future of U.S. and allied military communications. URL:https://spacenews.com/event/milsatcom-usa-2026-10th-edition/ LOCATION:Hilton Arlington\, 950 North Stafford Street\, Arlington\, VA\, 22203\, United States CATEGORIES:Conferences,Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://spacenews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/MILSATCOM-USA-2026-top-speakers.png ORGANIZER;CN="SAE Media Group (Formerly SMi Group)":MAILTO:marketingteamlondon@saemediagroup.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T000000 DTSTAMP:20260412T202645 CREATED:20260106T171418Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T171418Z UID:566566-1781395200-1781740800@spacenews.com SUMMARY:AAS Summer Meeting (248) DESCRIPTION:Global astronomy and space science meeting emphasizing collaboration between academia and space agencies. URL:https://spacenews.com/event/aas-summer-meeting-248/ LOCATION:DC END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260622T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T000000 DTSTAMP:20260412T202645 CREATED:20260106T171414Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T171414Z UID:566579-1782086400-1786665600@spacenews.com SUMMARY:ISU Space Studies Program (SSP) DESCRIPTION:International academic and professional program covering space policy\, science\, engineering\, and business. URL:https://spacenews.com/event/isu-space-studies-program-ssp/ LOCATION:DC END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T000000 DTSTAMP:20260412T202645 CREATED:20260106T170029Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T170029Z UID:566552-1785542400-1786233600@spacenews.com SUMMARY:COSPAR Scientific Assembly DESCRIPTION: URL:https://spacenews.com/event/cospar-scientific-assembly/ LOCATION:Florence\, Italy\, Florence\, Florence\, Select\, 9121\, Italy END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260823T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T235959 DTSTAMP:20260412T202645 CREATED:20260329T001147Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260329T001150Z UID:581826-1787443200-1787788799@spacenews.com SUMMARY:Small Satellite Conference "SmallSat" DESCRIPTION:The Clouds Above the Clouds – 40 Years of Collaboration\n\nThe 40th Annual Small Satellite Conference will spotlight the technologies driving constellation success and celebrate the thousands of people whose vision and collaboration have propelled the industry forward over the past four decades. Join us as we celebrate the past\, examine the present\, and shape the future of small satellites. URL:https://spacenews.com/event/small-satellite-conference-smallsat/ LOCATION:Salt Palace Convention Center\, 100 S W Temple\, Salt Lake City\, UT\, 84101\, United States CATEGORIES:Conferences ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://spacenews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/SmallSat_2026_Email-Header_Header.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Small Satellite Conference":MAILTO:info@smallsat.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Copenhagen:20260901T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Copenhagen:20270902T235959 DTSTAMP:20260412T202645 CREATED:20260227T170731Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T170734Z UID:576284-1788220800-1819929599@spacenews.com SUMMARY:Space For Inspiration 2026 DESCRIPTION:Denmark is getting ready for lift-off!\nWe’re proud to announce that Copenhagen will host Space for Inspiration 2026\, ESA’s annual flagship event on the commercialisation of space exploration\, taking place 1–2 September 2026.\n\nAs part of Europe’s fast-growing space business network\, we at ESA BIC Denmark are thrilled to see our national ecosystem take centre stage. From pioneering in-space manufacturing and novel materials to biotech research and lunar construction\, Danish innovators are redefining how we work beyond Earth’s limits. This event is indeed a unique opportunity to connect with European and global partners across dynamic domains.Mark the date and join us in Copenhagen!\n\nSign up to receive email updates on ticket release\, open calls\, programme announcements\, and more. URL:https://spacenews.com/event/space-for-inspiration-2026/ LOCATION:Bella Center\, Bella Center\, Center Blvd 5\, Copenhagen\, 2300\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Conferences,Featured,Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://spacenews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/space4inspo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260904T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260904T235959 DTSTAMP:20260412T202645 CREATED:20260306T171538Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T171540Z UID:577844-1788480000-1788566399@spacenews.com SUMMARY:3rd. Space Visions Symposium DESCRIPTION:The Space Visions Symposium exists to explore the technologies\, tools\, techniques and fundamental requirements for the permanent\, routine occupation of space by large numbers of people as a normal extension of life on Earth.\n\nThe symposium concentrates on the future\, looking some ten to fifty years ahead to a time when use of space in the inner solar system is routine. Current methods and models do not necessarily support such an endeavour.\n\nEach year this symposium sets a theme that attempts to address some portion of the perceived problems. We invite papers from people interested in any of the themes.\nThe theme this year is: \n\nFirst Steps to Settlement in Space\nFor further information please contact me \nAndy Clark \nVice Chairman\, CCTS at \na.clark@sfo.org \nor \nCanaveral Council of Technical Societies \nCape Royal Office Building \n1980 North Atlantic Avenue\, Suite 401 \nCocoa Beach FL 32931 U.S.A. \nwww.cctsonline.org URL:https://spacenews.com/event/3rd-space-visions-symposium/ LOCATION:The Canaver Space Force Museum\, Sands Space History Center\, 100 Spaceport Way\, Bldg 90328\, Cape canaveral SFS\, Florida 32920\, Sands Space History Center\, 100 Spaceport Way\, Bldg 90328\, Cape Canaveral\, FL\, 32920\, United States CATEGORIES:Conferences ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://spacenews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/CCTS-logo2-300x300-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Canaveral Council of Technical Societies":MAILTO:Ozzie@SpaceLaunchInfo/com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260907T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T000000 DTSTAMP:20260412T202645 CREATED:20260106T171418Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T171418Z UID:566568-1788739200-1789084800@spacenews.com SUMMARY:World Satellite Business Week (WSBW) DESCRIPTION:Premier executive forum for satellite operators\, investors\, insurers\, and policymakers. URL:https://spacenews.com/event/world-satellite-business-week-wsbw/ LOCATION:DC END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260918T000000 DTSTAMP:20260412T202645 CREATED:20260106T171159Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T171159Z UID:566574-1789430400-1789689600@spacenews.com SUMMARY:Advanced Maui Optical and Space Surveillance (AMOS) DESCRIPTION:Leading international technical conference on space domain awareness and orbital safety. URL:https://spacenews.com/event/advanced-maui-optical-and-space-surveillance-amos/ LOCATION:DC END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260921T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T000000 DTSTAMP:20260412T202645 CREATED:20260106T170030Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T170030Z UID:566554-1789948800-1790121600@spacenews.com SUMMARY:Texas Space Summit DESCRIPTION: URL:https://spacenews.com/event/texas-space-summit/ LOCATION:DC END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T170000 DTSTAMP:20260412T202645 CREATED:20260130T155448Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T155450Z UID:569516-1790755200-1790874000@spacenews.com SUMMARY:SSGS Conference and Exhibition DESCRIPTION:The world’s only conference dedicated to the satellite ground segment\, SSGS Conference and Exhibition is returning from 30th September – 1st October at the Park Plaza Victoria Hotel in London. \n\n\n\nLast year was a roaring success\, with attendees coming together from across Europe\, North America\, the Middle East\, Asia and Africa. With a packed agenda and more than 50 expert speakers across two days\, SSGS 2026 promises to be bigger and better than ever before. \n\n\n\nRegister for Early Bird tickets for SSGS here: https://www.ssgsconference.com/tickets URL:https://spacenews.com/event/ssgs-conference-and-exhibition/ LOCATION:Park Plaza Victoria Hotel\, 239 Vauxhall Bridge Rd\, London\, London\, SW1V 1EQ\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://spacenews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/SSGS-2026_Event-Banner_1734x1058.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261005T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261009T000000 DTSTAMP:20260412T202645 CREATED:20260106T170031Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T170031Z UID:566555-1791158400-1791504000@spacenews.com SUMMARY:International Astronautical Congress DESCRIPTION: URL:https://spacenews.com/event/international-astronautical-congress/ LOCATION:DC END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T170000 DTSTAMP:20260412T202645 CREATED:20260204T213819Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T213820Z UID:570710-1792483200-1792602000@spacenews.com SUMMARY:Up/Link Summit DESCRIPTION:Up/Link is a closed-door senior summit\, focused on how space technologies are being financed\, deployed\, and integrated into real commercial systems.  It is the first event of its kind built to leverage NYC’s unique access to global financial leadership\, corporate leadership\, and international consular offices and trade missions. Application only attendance and limited to about 200 – 250 attendees\, by application only. URL:https://spacenews.com/event/up-link-summit/ LOCATION:DC CATEGORIES:Conferences,Meetings,Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://spacenews.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Bold-UpLink-Summit-Logo-with-Satellite-Icon-1200-x-630-px.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261029T170000 DTSTAMP:20260412T202645 CREATED:20251230T170627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T170630Z UID:565890-1793088000-1793293200@spacenews.com SUMMARY:Silicon Valley Space Week DESCRIPTION:Consists of Satellite Innovation and Milsat Symposium.Satellite Innovation is a key conference for advancing the technical frontier of the space industry. Held in the heart of Silicon Valley\, it brings together industry leaders\, founders and engineers to share insights\, drive innovation\, and forge meaningful connections.MilSat Symposium is a pivotal event dedicated to fostering collaboration between commercial space leaders and the Department of Defense (DoD). By bringing together industry innovators and defense decision-makers\, the symposium creates unique opportunities for meaningful dialogue\, strategic partnerships\, and impactful joint initiatives. URL:https://spacenews.com/event/silicon-valley-space-week/ LOCATION:Computer History Museum\, 1401 N Shoreline Blvd.\, Mountain View\, CA\, 94043\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="SatNews":MAILTO:sean@satnews.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T000000 DTSTAMP:20260412T202645 CREATED:20260106T171417Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T171417Z UID:566570-1794873600-1795046400@spacenews.com SUMMARY:Space Tech Expo Europe DESCRIPTION:Europe’s largest space manufacturing and supply-chain marketplace with global participation. URL:https://spacenews.com/event/space-tech-expo-europe/ LOCATION:DC END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR