Blast off into fun! The second annual SpaceFest! returns to earth with a four-day run at the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum, from July 25 to 28. Budding astronomers and trekkies can enjoy a galaxy of activities, interactive experiences, hands-on experiments, live presentations, roving costumed characters, and more. The weekend also includes a free screening of “Star Trek: The Motion Picture” (1979), while Astronomy Night (check website for time) allows visitors to view the stars, planets and constellations through eight different telescopes.
SpaceFest! on July 25, 26, 27, and 28, from 10 am to 5 pm. Free.
Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum [Pier 86, W. 46th St. and 12th Avenue in Hell’s Kitchen, (212) 245–0072, www.intrepidmuseum.org].