Celebrate the ways space science and technology shape a better future for humanity.
What will you launch?
World Space Week New Zealand 2025 · 4–10 October
Events, ideas, futures — all starting here in Aotearoa.
As an annual tradition, World Space Week Association (WSWA) Board of Directors selects a theme that encapsulates the essence and goals for the upcoming World Space Week (WSW), celebrated globally from October 4-10. For World Space Week (WSW) 2025, the chosen theme is “Living in Space.” This theme explores humanity’s journey toward making space a habitat, emphasising the innovative technologies, challenges, and collaborative efforts that make this vision a reality. Read more.
world Space Week New Zealand
Starting here in Aotearoa
Events
Host an event during World Space Week NZ. Everyone can participate, from backyard stargazing and rocket launches to university panels and planetarium shows. Each event is a spark that lights curiosity, brings communities together, and makes space part of everyday life in Aotearoa.
Ideas
Not every launch needs a rocket — some are born from imagination. World Space Week celebrates the ideas that shape our understanding of the cosmos: research projects, classroom activities, art inspired by the stars, and the bold questions that drive discovery.
futures
What we launch today can carry us into tomorrow. World Space Week is about more than just looking up — it’s about preparing for futures where today’s students become tomorrow’s scientists, engineers, explorers, and storytellers.
Ideas for events
Make your event global
Use our branded posters and supporting material
When you organise a World Space Week event, you can use our poster template and add your details.
Remember to share your event photos with #WSW2025 on social media so we can see your unique WSW event.
Follow this link for more info on branding.
