Program

Scroll below for an overview of the spaceNEXT 2026 agenda at-a-glance, with a workshop day on Wednesday, February 18th, and main stage plenaries and panels kicking off Thursday, February 19th through Friday, February 20th.

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Wednesday, February 18th

Mission Prep: Workshop Day

Specialized deep-dive workshops, hands-on working sessions, and expert-led discussions.

📝 Registration opens 9AM

⏰ Workshops: 10AM — 5PM

(Exhibitor Booths Not Open)

🛠️ Interactive workshops on critical space economy topics

💬 Intimate, small-group discussions with industry experts

📜 Deep-dive technical and policy sessions

🇫🇮 International dinner at the Embassy of Finland (by invitation only)

Thursday, February 19th

Launch Window: Day One

Main stage plenaries, panels, and keynotes.

📝 Registration opens 7AM

🚀 Expo: 8:30AM — 7PM

⏰ Program: 9AM — 5PM

🎉 Opening Reception: 5PM — 7PM

🚀 Opening plenary sessions on the Main Stage

🛰️ Panel discussions across multiple venues

🌌 Keynote addresses from global space leaders

🌐 Networking opportunities for attendees, including the opening Ten Forward reception, presented by Capella Space.

KEY THEMES: Space Commerce Infrastructure · National Security in Space · Investment & Entrepreneurship · International Collaboration · Emerging Technologies

Friday, February 20th

On Orbit: Day Two

Main stage plenaries, panels, and keynotes.

📝 Registration opens 7AM

🚀 Expo: 8:30AM — 5PM

⏰ Program: 9AM — 3PM

🎉 Closing Reception: 3PM — 5PM

🏛️ Continued plenary sessions featuring government and industry leaders

🧬 Technology innovation and in-space operations panels

⚖️ Policy framework discussions

🚀 Closing keynotes on the future of space exploration

KEY THEMES: In-space Operations & Logistics · Orbital Infrastructure · Policy & Regulation · Space for Peace · Commercial Space Stations · The Path to Mars

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