Top Ten Missions at Spacecon 2026

Spacecon 2026 is packed with can’t-miss experiences, and we’ve mapped out the top ten missions to help you make the most of your intergalactic weekend

1 Explore the Galaxy with NASA (Galaxy Theater)

Head to the Galaxy Theater for Dr. Shawn Domagal-Goldman’s NASA panel and dive into real-world space science, exoplanets, and where our next giant leap might take us.

2 Game Out in the Starcade (Expo Hall 2)

Hit Spacecon’s Starcade in Expo Hall 2—80 games, including new hits like Minecraft Dungeons and World’s Largest Pac‑Man, plus Top Gun: Maverick and classic favorites, all free to play with your badge.

3 Take on the USAF Human Mission (Booth K101, Vendor Village)

Suit up, stack up, and level up at the USAF Human Mission in booth K101—test your skills in hands-on challenges inspired by real U.S. Air Force rescue and relief missions.

4 Snap a Pic with Life-Size Loki (Thomas J. Henry Booth G103)

Make your mischief moment at the life-size Loki statue at the Thomas J. Henry booth G103—strike a pose worthy of the God of Mischief and light up your socials.

5 Score Infinite Refills at the Spacecon Popcorn Station (Food Court)

Refuel like a space traveler: grab popcorn at the Food Court in a collectible Spacecon popcorn tin and enjoy free refills all show long.

6 Gear Up at the Spacecon Merch Booth (Booth F103)

Visit the official Spacecon merch booth at F103 for show gear—T‑shirts, hats, mugs, collector badges, pins, bags, and more to commemorate your mission

7 Chase Superhero Photo Ops Across the Con (Show Floor & Aisle L)

Hunt down epic photo ops with statues across the show floor—from Mando, R2‑D2, Chewbacca, and Vader to Peacemaker—then swing by the cosplay guests in Aisle L to grab pics with characters come to life

8 Experience the Galaxy Theater Lineup (Galaxy Theater)

Make the Galaxy Theater your mission control with headliner sessions like The Boys panel on Friday at 6:15 PM, featuring cast members fresh off the Season 5 finale and a stellar lineup of guests all weekend.

9 Conquer the Cosplay Contest (Galaxy Theater, Saturday 3 PM)

Don’t miss the Cosplay Contest on Saturday at 3 PM in the Galaxy Theater, where thousands of dollars in prizes will be awarded across multiple categories to the most out-of-this-world costumes.

10 Take a Victory Lap Through Vendor Village (Vendor Village)

End (or start) your day by cruising Vendor Village for unique art, collectibles, interactive displays, and limited-edition goodies—you never know what hidden treasure or surprise experience you’ll discover.