This October Half Term we will be exploring the RAF’s role in Space with Jet and Space Week ( 25 October – 2 November)

Jet and Space Week 2025

London
25 October 2025 - 2 November 2025
Ages 3+
From £3.00
Conditions may apply
Family Sci-Fi Fun this October Half-Term!

Take off into the world of Jets and Space this half term! With trails, shows, aircraft access and hands-on activities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Activities
Space Odyssey Planetarium  

Back by popular demand! Step inside the Space Odyssey Mobile Planetarium this Jet & Space Week at the RAF Museum. In the spectacular Galileo Dome, enjoy a live, interactive show that’s fun, educational, and truly out of this world.

  • Location: Hangar 1, the Sunderland Side
  • Date: Thursday, 30 October to Sunday, 2 November
  • Timings: 10:30am, 11:30am, 1:30pm, 2:30pm and 3:30pm
  • Duration: 45 mins
  • Tickets: £6.50 (Adults will require their own tickets and must remain with their children at all times)
  • Recommended Age: 4+

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Groove onto the Moon!

Blast off on a space adventure! Meet aliens, tackle daring missions, and join three astronauts on a journey of friendship and teamwork. With live funk, jazz, and rock music, this exciting show will keep every young space cadet hooked.

  • Location: Hangars 345, Dermot Boyle Wing
  • Date: Saturday, 25 October to Tuesday, 28 October
  • Timings: 11:00am and 2:00pm
  • Duration: 45 to 60 minutes (depends how rocky the musicians get!)
  • Tickets: £6.50 (Adults will require their own tickets and must remain with their children at all times)
  • Recommended Age: 3+

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Aircraft Access: The Jet Provost  

Climb into the cockpit of the world’s first jet trainer and see what it’s like to sit where pilots once trained.

  • Location: Hangar 3
  • Date: Tuesday, 28 October & Wednesday, 29 of October
  • Timings: 11:00am to 1:00pm then 2:00pm and 4:00pm
  • Duration: 15 mins
  • Tickets: £10 (this ticket covers up to 2 visitors in the aircraft at a time)
  • Recommended Age: 8+

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Robot Racing  

The Dash Robots are back! Take control on the Hangar 6 Mezzanine, drive your own bot, and learn simple coding skills.

  • Location: Hangar 6, the first floor mezzanine
  • Date: Wednesday, 29 October to Friday, 31 of October
  • Timings: 11:00am, 1:00pm and 2:30pm
  • Duration: 45 mins
  • Tickets: £5 per child (Adults won’t require their own tickets but must remain with their children at all times)
  • Recommended Age: 4+

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Helium Balloon Planet Spaceship Craft  

Little creators can design their own planet using helium balloons and colourful tissue, then launch a spaceship to explore it!

  • Location: Hangar 6, Learning Room 1
  • Date: Monday, 27 October to Wednesday, 29 of October
  • Timings: 11:00am, 1:00pm and 2:30pm
  • Duration: 45 mins
  • Tickets: £3 per child (Adults won’t require their own tickets but must remain with their children at all times)
  • Recommended Age: 4+

Book Tickets

*Jet and Space Week’s activities are aimed at children 3 to 12 but astronauts of any age are more than welcome to attend! 

Recommend External Links

UK Space Command | Royal Air Force

UK Space Agency – GOV.UK