Kennedy Space Center goes retro for Y2K after-hours event

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Kennedy Under the Stars, an after-hours event at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, will carry a theme from a quarter-century ago. It’s set up for Y2K nostalgia.

The event, set for Aug. 30 at 6:30 p.m., allows access to many of the attraction’s exhibits, including Spaceport KSC, the Shuttle Launch Experience and Space Shuttle Atlantis plus a stargazing experience through telescopes provided by Ortega Observatory of Florida Tech.

On top of that are the most recent turn-of-the-century-inspired activities, including a video DJ in the Rocket Garden, a techno DJ dance party in NASA Central, mini-golf beneath the Saturn 1B rocket, science experiments, live entertainment and glowing lounge and bar areas.

NASA astronauts Ellen Ochoa and Mike Foreman will greet participants during the evening.

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“This event blends 2000s nostalgia with today’s cutting edge space attractions, making it an unforgettable night celebrating the wonder of space exploration,” Therrin Protze, chief operating officer of Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, said in a news release.

Space-themed costuming is allowed during the event, but costume masks that conceal faces and props that resemble weapons are not.

Admission to Kennedy Under the Stars is $65.  Parking is free. Food and beverage will be available for purchase. Visitor complex annual passholders get 30% discounts on food and retail items.

For tickets or more information, go to kennedyspacecenter.com.

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