![]() ![]() ![]() Marvel at a sparkling model of Earth and a prism tree, perfect for capturing that Instagram-worthy holiday picture at our Earth and snow globe photo station.īig & Bright Activations Highlighting Texas’ Role in Space ExplorationĬelebrate the spirit of collaboration and the International Space Station (ISS) with our Lights Around the World display. Relish the enchanting atmosphere created by the gently falling snowflakes on the projection wall and enhanced by our snow machine, all while you savor our holiday treats like a delightful cup of hot cocoa and s’mores. If you’re seeking a more spectacular view, ascend the shuttle carrier and shuttle replica model to witness the mesmerizing Saturn V rocket lights. Hop onto our interactive light pods, featuring 290 multicolor platforms, nestled under the wing of our historic NASA 905 shuttle carrier aircraft. As you stroll through, you’ll get an up-close look at the massive models of each planet to accompany you. Follow their radiant path to a 200-foot LED light tunnel synchronized with festive holiday music. Visit our up-lit silhouette displays portraying various celestial constellations. Join us for an interactive live show, “Celebrate Light.” This engaging experience will illuminate the role of light in how we perceive colors and its connection to space exploration. Live Presentations Exploring the Science of Light Wander beneath a canopy of twinkling stars and capture larger-than-life displays in the backdrop of the cosmos.Ĭozy up and watch the crystal fireworks, sponsored by HEB, burst to life on a stunning 40-foot-tall cascading display, radiating galaxy-inspired colors that will leave you in awe.Įxperience not one but two kinetic light shows sponsored by Wellby Financial, where vibrant shapes and patterns come to life in a mesmerizing choreography above the Main Plaza.Īnd don’t forget to catch the original film “Holidays in Space.” It features real footage of astronauts celebrating holidays and captivating interviews with retired astronauts about their holiday experiences in space. ![]() Take an awe-inspiring journey through the solar system in our Deep Space Backyard. No alcohol is allowed in Rocket Park or on the tram.Step into a world of celestial enchantment with your loved ones at Galaxy Lights, powered by Reliant, and get ready to embark on an extraordinary holiday journey that’s out of this world! Here’s what you can look forward to on this cosmic adventure: ( Space Center Houston) Parts of the experience are on active government land - so there are some weird rules. ![]() You do end up walking around quite a bit (so wear comfy shoes!) and you get to walk THROUGH the lights in the grass area, so keep that in mind too.Tickets are $20, but you do have to pay for parking, too! Keep that in mind.There’s also food outside in the plaza - pretty decent options, too! Smores, kettle corn, oh my! For some reason we had to buy tickets before getting in line for drinks INSIDE but then OUTSIDE they took cash. There are bars and food options - there’s a full bar inside and beer outside.Independence Plaza (outside Space Center): The tram takes you back to Space Center, by way of Independence Plaza (where the shuttle is mounted on a plane!) It’s an iconic shot and there are more fun interactive lights here!.Little movies and light displays are projected ONTO the spacecraft. My favorite lights are outside, and then inside is the restored Saturn V in all its glory. Take a tram to Rocket Park: Rocket Park is a pretty cool attraction sans lights, so it’s extra special now.It’s fun christmas music synced with lights on the ceiling. Inside Space Center: There’s a lights show every 15 minutes.The lights are divided into three different parts:.The show is open nightly from 6 to 10 pm.(This post is sponsored by Space Center Houston, but all opinions are my own!)Ĭlick here to get tickets to Galaxy Lights!Īnyways, here are ALL the photos and what you need to know before you go: Everywhere you look is fab and, in some cases, an incredible feat of engineering, much like space travel itself. I got to go out to the lights show and it’s TRULY something special. The Space City is LIT, y’all! Space Center Houston’s Galaxy Lights presented by Reliant premiered in Houston last month and the lights are open nightly until January 5! Betcha never thought two of our favorite things - space and Christmas lights - could ever join forces, but WRONG. ![]()
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