Calendar of Events

Join us in-person for a regular selection of lectures, author Q&As, special presentations, 21+ events and so much more! Check back often as new additions are made to the calendar every week.

Open Daily from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM

The Museum is closed Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.

FREE Admission on the first Thursday of every month: 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM


Today This Weekend

26 Apr 2024


Apr 26 | 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM

Member Exclusive- Coffee with the Curator4/26/2024

Have you been watching Masters of the Air? Do you want to learn more about the clothing, aircraft, the 8th Air Force, and the air war over Europe in...

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Apr 26 | 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM

Member Exclusive- Coffee with the Curator4/26/2024

Have you been watching Masters of the Air? Do you want to learn more about the clothing, aircraft, the 8th Air Force, and the air war over Europe in...

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30 Apr 2024


Apr 30 | 10:00 AM & 1:00 PM

STEM Starters4/30/2024

STEM Starters is a program series geared specifically for our youngest Museum Members. Up to 12 children (ages 3 to 5) and their one adult co-pilot...

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Apr 30 | 10:00 AM & 1:00 PM

STEM Starters4/30/2024

STEM Starters is a program series geared specifically for our youngest Museum Members. Up to 12 children (ages 3 to 5) and their one adult co-pilot...

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01 May 2024


May 01 | 4:30 PM to 8:00 PM

Member Exclusive: Bridge of Spies5/1/2024

Join us for a captivating evening as we welcome Gary Powers, Jr., son of U-2 pilot Francis Gary Powers. Gary, an esteemed lecturer, author, and Cold...

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May 01 | 4:30 PM to 8:00 PM

Member Exclusive: Bridge of Spies5/1/2024

Join us for a captivating evening as we welcome Gary Powers, Jr., son of U-2 pilot Francis Gary Powers. Gary, an esteemed lecturer, author, and Cold...

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02 May 2024

Museum open FREE 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM


May 02 | 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM

FREE First Thursdays5/2/2024

On the first Thursday of each month, the Museum stays open late – and admission is FREE 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

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May 02 | 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM

FREE First Thursdays5/2/2024

On the first Thursday of each month, the Museum stays open late – and admission is FREE 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

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04 May 2024


May 04 | 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Member Exclusive—Member Early Opening5/4/2024

Please join us for our next Member Early Opening! By coming in an hour early, you have the opportunity to enjoy a quiet morning stroll around a few of your favorite Museum galleries.

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May 04 | 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Member Exclusive—Member Early Opening5/4/2024

Please join us for our next Member Early Opening! By coming in an hour early, you have the opportunity to enjoy a quiet morning stroll around a few of your favorite Museum galleries.

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May 04 | 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

May the Fourth5/4/2024

Celebrate May the Fourth with a galaxy of fun activities! We will host Saber Guild, 8-Bit Brass Band, R2-D2s, 501st Garrison Titan Star Wars cosplayers, VR painting, and much more.

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May 04 | 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

May the Fourth5/4/2024

Celebrate May the Fourth with a galaxy of fun activities! We will host Saber Guild, 8-Bit Brass Band, R2-D2s, 501st Garrison Titan Star Wars cosplayers, VR painting, and much more.

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May 04 | 4:30 PM

Member Movie5/4/2024

Join us for our next Member Movie, Star Wars: A New Hope!Synopsis: Young farm boy Luke Skywalker is thrust into a galaxy of adventure when...

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May 04 | 4:30 PM

Member Movie5/4/2024

Join us for our next Member Movie, Star Wars: A New Hope!Synopsis: Young farm boy Luke Skywalker is thrust into a galaxy of adventure when...

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12 May 2024


May 12 | 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Member Docent Tour5/12/2024

Enhance your next visit to The Museum of Flight by joining us for a one-hour, Docent-led tour available just for Museum Members! This tour is perfect...

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May 12 | 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Member Docent Tour5/12/2024

Enhance your next visit to The Museum of Flight by joining us for a one-hour, Docent-led tour available just for Museum Members! This tour is perfect...

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16 May 2024


May 16 | 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Washington Aerospace Scholars Info Night5/16/2024

Calling all High School Sophomores and Juniors! Attend a WAS Info Night where you'll hear from the WAS team about what the program is all about.

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May 16 | 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Washington Aerospace Scholars Info Night5/16/2024

Calling all High School Sophomores and Juniors! Attend a WAS Info Night where you'll hear from the WAS team about what the program is all about.

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17 May 2024


May 17 | 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Member Exclusive- Collections Building Tour5/17/2024

Have you ever wondered what hidden gems we are storing in the archives? Now it’s your chance! Join the Museum of Flight’s Collections...

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May 17 | 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Member Exclusive- Collections Building Tour5/17/2024

Have you ever wondered what hidden gems we are storing in the archives? Now it’s your chance! Join the Museum of Flight’s Collections...

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18 May 2024


May 18 | 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM

Northwest Swing Pop-Up Musical Performance5/18/2024

On Saturday, May 18 enjoy a live jazz performance in the Great Gallery by Northwest Swing, an all-volunteer 20-piece big band made up of Boeing employees.

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May 18 | 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM

Northwest Swing Pop-Up Musical Performance5/18/2024

On Saturday, May 18 enjoy a live jazz performance in the Great Gallery by Northwest Swing, an all-volunteer 20-piece big band made up of Boeing employees.

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May 18 | 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Sharks & Daisies: Tales of a Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer5/18/2024

On Saturday, May 18 former Chief Warrant Officer and Coast Guard rescue swimmer George Cavallo will discuss his thrilling memoir, Sharks and Daisies.

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May 18 | 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Sharks & Daisies: Tales of a Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer5/18/2024

On Saturday, May 18 former Chief Warrant Officer and Coast Guard rescue swimmer George Cavallo will discuss his thrilling memoir, Sharks and Daisies.

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Every Saturday and Sunday

Weekend Family Workshops

Immerse yourself in hands-on, family experiences investigating science, engineering and aerospace topics in fun and surprising ways!

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Every Sunday thru Friday at 1:00 PM

Storytelling

Epic tales of personal heroism and the daily adventures of modern pilots, astronauts and crews.

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Every Saturday at 1:00 PM

Aerospace Update

A weekly recap of the latest news in astronomy, aviation, and spaceflight from our own experts.

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