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SUMMARY:9° Encontro de Astronomia e Astronáutica de Cabo Frio
DESCRIPTION:🌌 9º Encontro de Astronomia e Astronáutica de Cabo Frio 🚀 \nPrepare-se para uma viagem pelos mistérios do Universo! \nNos dias 18 e 19 de setembro de 2026\, Cabo Frio será palco de mais uma grande celebração da ciência\, com palestras\, atividades educativas\, exposições\, observações astronômicas e muita informação sobre astronomia e exploração espacial. \nO evento é gratuito e aberto ao público\, reunindo estudantes\, professores\, apaixonados pelo céu e todos que desejam conhecer mais sobre o Universo. \n📍 Local: Terminal de Ônibus de Turismo\, em frente ao Dormitório das Garças – Cabo Frio/RJ Brasil  \nVenha participar dessa jornada pelas estrelas e descobrir que o Universo está mais perto do que imaginamos! \n✨ 9º Encontro de Astronomia e Astronáutica de Cabo Frio — olhando para o céu\, construindo conhecimento.
URL:https://internationalmoonday.org/event/9-encontro-de-astronomia-e-astronautica-de-cabo-frio/
LOCATION:Terminal de Ônibus de Turismo\, Cabo Frio\, Brazil\, Av. Wilson Mendes\, 900 - Jacaré\, Cabo Frio\, RJ\, 28922-000\, Brazil
CATEGORIES:In Person
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SUMMARY:2026 Symposium on Humanity’s Lunar Future – in Celebration of International Moon Day
DESCRIPTION:Huntsville\, Alabama played a key role in NASA’s successful exploration of the Moon\, including the first human landing on the Moon in July 1969. This year\, some 57 years following that first landing\, astronauts returned: circling the Moon during an April 1-11 mission under the auspices of the Artemis program. Exciting plans and programs are now underway to continue the exploration and development of the Moon – including a permanent Moon Base in the lunar south polar region.  \nIn 2021\, the Moon Village Association (MVA) proposed to the United Nations (UN) the creation of a global annual commemoration of the Apollo 11 landing\, “International Moon Day” (IMD). In response\, a year later in 2022\, Drake State Community and Technical College in Huntsville organized and hosted the first highly-successful “Main Event” of the then newly-created IMD celebration.  \nThis year\, a Symposium on the topic of Humanity’s Lunar Future is being organized in Huntsville on 14 August 2026 as an International Moon Day “Global Event”\, supporting the overall theme of this year’s IMD: “To the Moon Together”. This IMD Global Event will engage thought-leaders\, engineers\, scientists and managers who are developing and accomplishing the vision of permanent lunar presence and activity. The symposium will provide an overview of the lunar opportunities\, plans and programs\, and will comprise participants from across academia\, industry\, government and non-government organizations.
URL:https://internationalmoonday.org/event/2026-symposium-on-humanitys-lunar-future-in-celebration-of-international-moon-day/
LOCATION:Drake State Community and Technical College\, Huntsville\, Alabama\, USA\, 3421 Meridian St\, Huntsville\, 35811\, United States
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SUMMARY:Total Solar Eclipse Campaign & International Moon Day
DESCRIPTION:We plan a Multi Site Total Solar Eclipse Campaign & International Moon Day .That will include observations by professionals\, amateurs and public outreach events celebrating Sun\, Moon\, space\, Science and Cosmos.That will involve various sites : \n\n\n\nSPACECoordinated observations from Space obervatories including SOHO\, Proba\, Proba3\, Aditya\, Solar Orbiter \n\n\n\nSPAINa) Santiago Compostela / La Coruna with Kosmica Institute (following a campaign we organised in Mexico eclipse on 8 April 2024) Total Solar Eclipse Campaign & International Moon Dayb) Valladolidc) Teruel Aragon with Spanish Astro Society https://www.timeanddate.com/eclipse/in/spain/teruel?iso=20260812d) Amposta with Generitat Catalunya https://eclipsicatalunya.cat/punts-observacio/e) Palma Majorca
URL:https://internationalmoonday.org/event/total-solar-eclipse-campaign-international-moon-day-5/
LOCATION:Barcelona\, Spain\, Barcelona\, Spain
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
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SUMMARY:COSPAR Lunar & Space Exploration Sessions
DESCRIPTION:COSPAR Lunar & Space Exploration Sessions
URL:https://internationalmoonday.org/event/cospar-lunar-space-exploration-sessions/
LOCATION:Florence\, Italy\, Italy
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SUMMARY:5th Lunar Business Conference (LIVC2026)
DESCRIPTION:The Lunar Business Conference is Japan’s premier annual gathering dedicated to building a sustainable economic zone on and around the Moon. Now entering its fifth edition\, LIVC2026 brings together leaders from government\, industry\, academia\, and public institutions to accelerate the commercialization of lunar and cislunar space.\nAs humanity stands on the threshold of a new era of space exploration\, Japan is positioning itself as a key player in the emerging lunar economy. LIVC2026 serves as a central platform where policymakers\, entrepreneurs\, engineers\, and researchers converge to share the latest developments\, forge partnerships\, and chart a concrete roadmap for lunar industry. \nKey Topics\n[Lunar Surface Architecture]\nDiscussions will cover the fundamental design concepts and overall vision for future lunar development\, including surface infrastructure\, habitat facilities\, and the systems required to support long-duration human and robotic activity on the Moon. \n[Space Strategy Fund & Technology Development]\nParticipants will examine Japan’s government-backed funding initiatives\, including the Space Strategy Fund\, and explore expectations for startups and established companies driving next-generation space technologies. \n[Creating a Cislunar Economic Zone]\nA dedicated forum for exploring the utilization of space resources and the emerging landscape of private-sector business opportunities centered on the Moon — from in-situ resource utilization (ISRU) to lunar logistics and beyond. \nLIVC2026 gathers the foremost experts and key figures shaping Japan’s space industry\, making it an unmissable event for anyone with a stake in the future of the lunar economy. Whether you are a space entrepreneur\, investor\, policymaker\, or researcher\, LIVC2026 offers unparalleled insight into the opportunities that lie ahead.
URL:https://internationalmoonday.org/event/5th-lunar-business-conference-livc2026/
LOCATION:X-Nihonbashi Tower\, Tokyo\, Japan\, Tokyo\, Japan
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SUMMARY:Frontier Business Consortium Symposium 2026
DESCRIPTION:Space development toward the moon\, Cis-Lunar\, and Mars is becoming increasingly active both domestically and internationally as a “future” market that is expected to develop in the medium to long term. In response to this situation\, Mitsubishi Research Institute\, Inc. and ispace\, Inc. launched the “Frontier Business Consortium” at the end of 2016 with the aim of playing a leading role without lagging behind the global trend. Currently\, about 50 companies from various industries\, from large companies to startups\, are participating.\nOver the past decade since its establishment\, lunar development has seen increasing activity driven by both public and private sector players. In Japan as well\, in addition to initiatives such as the Space Strategy Fund\, private-sector-led projects are rapidly accelerating.\nAgainst this backdrop of growing global momentum toward commercialization led by private actors\, this symposium will look back on the achievements and knowledge accumulated to date\, and explore the future vision for the next decade as the field transitions from conceptual planning to implementation and commercialization phases.\nWe warmly invite companies interested in new space-related business opportunities to participate in this symposium.
URL:https://internationalmoonday.org/event/frontier-business-consortium-symposium-2026/
LOCATION:Tokyo\, Japan\, Tokyo\, Japan
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SUMMARY:5th PromoMoon Initiative Closing Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:The leading Ukrainian space engineering company Yuzhnoye State Design Office and the Moon Village Association invite to the final awarding ceremony of the winners of the 5th PromoMoon Initiative for Moon Village Generation in honor of Dr. Alexander Degtyarev.For several months\, an international team of leading space experts selected the best technical concepts. Winners will receive support for their research through free mentoring from B2B experts and question and answer sessions. The best submissions will also provided with an opportunity to present their idea during the IAC-2026 Moon-related technical sessionsOn July 21 the awarding ceremony for the winners of the 5th PromoMoon will take place. \n\n\n\nThe event will be streamed in this page
URL:https://internationalmoonday.org/event/5th-promomoon-initiative-closing-ceremony/
LOCATION:Ukraine – Online\, Ukraine
CATEGORIES:Online
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SUMMARY:Luna e Psiche: Ritmi\, Visioni\, Futuri
DESCRIPTION:La seconda edizione della Festa della Luna\, organizzata dal Circolo culturale Corso Umberto\, si svolgerà nell’omonimo Corso a Pantelleria Centro\, lunedì 20 luglio. Si tratta di una celebrazione collettiva che intreccia performance artistiche\, mostre fotografiche e momenti collettivi per esplorare la relazione profonda tra la Luna e la psiche umana.\nL’edizione 2026\, costruita attorno al tema ufficiale “One Moon\, One Vision\, One Future”\, è interpretata attraverso una prospettiva mediterranea: la Luna come simbolo comune della ciclicità del tempo\, di trasformazione attraverso culture e generazioni diverse.\nLa Festa della Luna trova le radici nel paesaggio naturale di Pantelleria e nella sua cultura— un’isola vulcanica dove il mare\, il vento e il cielo sono sempre stati protagonisti. È un invito a guardare insieme verso l’alto\, e a riconoscere nella Luna un linguaggio comune dell’umanità.\nL’evento comprende performance artistiche ispirate ai cicli lunari e alla loro risonanza nel corpo e nella mente\n– Mostra fotografica di Nicola Ferrari “Rocce Lunari” che esplora il paesaggio lunare di Pantelleria\n– “Ciaula scopre la Luna ” di L. Pirandello. Drammatizzazione a cura di Antonietta Valenza e Lucia Boldi\n–  Presentazione con l’Autore del libro “Volevo un tè al limone. La mia vita da bipolare” di Fabio   Macaluso a colloquio con Ferruccio Osimo\, psichiatra e scrittore. Il termine “bipolare” contiene il concetto dei due poli\, due estremi\, due facce della stessa cosa. Come la luna piena e la luna nuova\, come la luce e il buio come l’oscillare continuo (ciclicità) che non si può fermare ma che bisogna saper navigare per sopravvivere.\n– Spettacolo di Teatro Danza con coinvolgimento del pubblico a cielo aperto. “Lunario” con Giulia Pesole\, Viola Centi e Gabriele Manfredi. Le sonorità popolari interpretano la “memoria sociale” dei popoli mediterranei con le tradizioni legate alla cultura contadina in rapporto alle fasi lunari. La “festa” è intesa come momento di aggregazione\, corteggiamento e sollievo alle fatiche estenuanti del lavoro agricolo. \n\n\n\nE inoltre…\n– installazione della luna su Corso Umberto\n– allestimento vetrine a tema lunare\n– Info Point di Astronomy Pantelleria con Leonardo Puleo che metterà a disposizione un telescopio per “catturare” in diretta le immagini del cielo e proiettarle su schermo in diretta \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe second edition of the Moon Festival\, organized by the Corso Umberto Cultural Association\, will take place on Monday\, 20 July\, along Corso Umberto in the center of Pantelleria. \n\n\n\nThe festival is a collective celebration that brings together artistic performances\, photographic exhibitions\, and shared experiences to explore the profound relationship between the Moon and the human psyche. \n\n\n\nThe 2026 edition\, built around the official theme “One Moon\, One Vision\, One Future\,” is interpreted through a Mediterranean perspective\, presenting the Moon as a shared symbol of the cyclical nature of time and of transformation across cultures and generations. \n\n\n\nThe Moon Festival is deeply rooted in Pantelleria’s natural landscape and cultural heritage\, an island shaped by volcanic forces\, where the sea\, the wind\, and the sky have always played a central role. It is an invitation to look up together and recognize the Moon as a universal language shared by all humanity. \n\n\n\nThe event includes: \n\n\n\n\nArtistic performances inspired by the lunar cycles and their resonance within the body and the mind.\n\n\n\nThe photographic exhibition “Lunar Rocks” by Nicola Ferrari\, exploring Pantelleria’s Moon-like landscape.\n\n\n\nA theatrical adaptation of “Ciaula Discovers the Moon” by Luigi Pirandello\, performed by Antonietta Valenza and Lucia Boldi.\n\n\n\nA conversation with author Fabio Macaluso about his book “I Wanted Lemon Tea: My Life with Bipolar Disorder\,” in dialogue with psychiatrist and writer Ferruccio Osimo. The term bipolar embodies the idea of two poles\, two extremes\, two sides of the same reality\, much like the full Moon and the new Moon\, light and darkness\, and the continuous oscillation\, or cyclical rhythm\, that cannot be stopped but must instead be understood and navigated in order to live with it.\n\n\n\nAn open-air dance theatre performance\, “Lunario\,” featuring Giulia Pesole\, Viola Centi\, and Gabriele Manfredi\, with audience participation. Through traditional folk music\, the performance explores the social memory of Mediterranean peoples and their agricultural traditions connected to the phases of the Moon. The “festival” is portrayed as a time for gathering\, courtship\, and relief from the exhausting demands of agricultural work.\n\n\n\n\nIn addition\, visitors can enjoy: \n\n\n\n\nA large Moon installation along Corso Umberto.\n\n\n\nShop window displays decorated with lunar-themed installations.\n\n\n\nAn Astronomy Pantelleria information point\, where Leonardo Puleo will provide a telescope to capture live images of the night sky and project them onto a screen in real time.
URL:https://internationalmoonday.org/event/luna-e-psiche-ritmi-visioni-futuri/
LOCATION:PANTELLERIA\, CORSO UMBERTO I\, PANTELLERIA\, TP\, 91017\, Italy
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SUMMARY:A Hydrogen-Grilled Dinner Celebrating the Landings of Apollo 11 and Viking 1
DESCRIPTION:HydrogenCuisine\nDo you know what significance July 20 holds? \n\n\n\n“International Moon Day” was established in 2021 to commemorate humanity’s first moon landing by Apollo 11 on July 20\, 1969\, and to raise global awareness regarding the peaceful use of outer space and the importance of sustainable lunar exploration. \n\n\n\nMoon Association \n\n\n\n\nWelcome to the International Moon Day \n\n\n\n\nFurthermore\, July 20 also marks the day in 1976 when the Mars probe Viking 1 landed on Mars\, following the Soviet Union’s Mars 1 mission. \n\n\n\nThis year marks the 50th anniversary of the lander touching down on the Chryse Planitia (Plains of Gold) on Mars at 20:53 on July 20\, 1976 (11:53 UTC). It transmitted the first color images from the Martian surface. \n\n\n\nRegarding the launch vehicles for these landers: Apollo 11 used the Saturn V\, while Viking 1 used the Titan IIIE. Notably\, the Titan IIIE featured the Centaur stage—the first rocket stage to utilize liquid oxygen and liquid hydrogen as propellants. \n\n\n\nThe development of hydrogen liquefaction technology—capable of achieving cryogenic temperatures of 20K (-253°C)—was primarily conducted at NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center. This technology remains significant today\, drawing attention for its role in hydrogen storage within the context of renewable energy systems. \n\n\n\nWith this in mind\, we would like to host a dinner event featuring hydrogen-cooked cuisine\, where we can reflect on space exploration and the future of a circular energy society on Earth. Due to venue constraints\, participation is limited to a small group of six people on a first-come\, first-served basis. \n\n\n\nWe received feedback from several participants of “Yuri’s Night” (held on April 12\, 2026) expressing a desire for regular\, casual gatherings centered around space-related themes. In the past\, I frequently organized space-related events at venues like Tokyo Culture Culture\, which led to the formation of research groups and startups. Although I hadn’t taken the lead on such events recently\, I hosted a gathering on the evening of May 29 (Friday)—the final day of SPEXA—at the Kyoto Shabu-Shabu CHIRIRI Shinagawa branch.\nWe enjoyed a delicious meal and drinks while engaging in deep\, off-the-record conversations about space. \n\n\n\nFor the upcoming event\, we plan to meet at “icHi\,” a restaurant in Hamamatsucho known for its hydrogen-grilled cuisine. https://ichi-tokyo.jp/ \n\n\n\nAddress: 1-23-6 Hamamatsucho\, Minato-ku\, Tokyo 105-0000 Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/feAHkDS9d7aaT2wi6 Seating: 6 counter seats (plus two tables for four) \n\n\n\nWe are planning a 13\,000-yen course (drinks separate) with a maximum of 6 counter seats\, allowing us to watch the hydrogen-grilling process. \n\n\n\nTo help with restaurant arrangements\, I would appreciate it if you could indicate your intention to attend by clicking the “Join” button as soon as possible—even if it is just a tentative decision. \n\n\n\nDue to reservation requirements\, I will close the initial headcount at 5:00 PM on Sunday\, July 12. (Changes can still be made after that time.) \n\n\n\nIt is deeply moving to reflect on how the space events I organized in the past—such as Yuri’s Night and Japan’s first World Space Week event at Tokyo Culture Culture—have served as catalysts\, meeting grounds for startups\, and driving forces for projects that are now in the spotlight. These events paved the way for initiatives like the private lunar exploration project HAKUTO (with its inclusive public participation and sponsorship strategies) and fostered international networks and policy proposals among young space professionals at forums like the UN Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space. Amidst the increasingly tense situation in the Middle East—which is forcing a re-evaluation of petroleum-based energy and highlighting the need for autonomous alternative energy sources—I spent the past year in Yamanashi Prefecture (a hub for hydrogen initiatives) working on a project to develop a hydrogen liquefaction magnetic refrigeration system. That project\, based at the Yonekura-yama Next-Generation Energy R&D Village (Nesrad)—located near the planned site for the Maglev Shinkansen station at the Kofu-Minami Interchange—involved optimizing the distribution of locally produced renewable energy (including storage\, transport\, and utilization). Now that I have returned to Yokohama\, I hope to build connections that can serve as a catalyst for the next steps in resolving these challenges.
URL:https://internationalmoonday.org/event/a-hydrogen-grilled-dinner-celebrating-the-landings-of-apollo-11-and-viking-1/
LOCATION:icHi Restaurant\,Tokyo\, Japan\, 1-23-6 Hamamatsucho\, Minato-ku\, Tokyo\, 105-0000\, Japan
CATEGORIES:In Person
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SUMMARY:To the Moon & Beyond: Kingston’s Solar System Walk
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate International Moon Day with a unique\, family-friendly experience in the heart of Kingston. \nThe  Solar System Walk is a free\, self-guided trail that transforms Fairfield Recreation Ground in Kingston into a scaled model of our solar system—guiding you from the Sun\, past the planets\, and Earth’s Moon. \nRunning from 20 July – 31 August 2026\, this interactive walk lets you experience the vast distances of space on foot. Along the route\, discover fascinating facts about each planet and explore the story of our Moon—from the Apollo landings to today’s renewed era of exploration. \nFollowing the successful Artemis II mission\, which sent astronauts around the Moon for the first time in over 50 years\, humanity is now closer than ever to returning to the lunar surface. This trail offers a chance to reflect on that journey and be inspired by what comes next. \nPerfect for families\, curious minds\, and summer explorers\, the trail invites you to: \nWalk a scaled journey through the solar system\nDiscover the science and story of Earth’s Moon\nCelebrate a new chapter in lunar exploration\nExplore Kingston in a fun and engaging new way \nStart anywhere\, follow at your own pace\, and take your own giant leap towards the Moon.
URL:https://internationalmoonday.org/event/to-the-moon-beyond-kingstons-solar-system-walk/
LOCATION:Fairfield Recreation Ground\, Kingston\, United Kingdom\, Kingston\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:In Person
ORGANIZER;CN="Phoenix Comms":MAILTO:rhickling@phoenix-comms.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20260717T080000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20260717T170000
DTSTAMP:20260708T114446Z
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SUMMARY:Lunar Habitat Architecture Forum 2026: Designing the Next Generation of Moon Settlements
DESCRIPTION:The Lunar Habitat Architecture Forum 2026\, hosted by the School of Architecture at Harbin Institute of Technology\, brings together researchers\, architects\, engineers\, students\, and industry professionals to explore innovative solutions for designing sustainable habitats on the Moon. The forum features keynote speeches\, technical presentations\, and panel discussions covering lunar construction\, autonomous building systems\, 3D printing with lunar regolith\, radiation protection\, and resilient habitat design. \nThe event provides a platform for interdisciplinary collaboration and knowledge exchange among academia\, research institutions\, and the aerospace industry. Participants will share the latest research findings\, discuss emerging technologies\, and explore future opportunities for international cooperation in space architecture\, supporting the development of safe and sustainable infrastructure for long-term human exploration of the Moon.
URL:https://internationalmoonday.org/event/lunar-habitat-architecture-forum-2026-designing-the-next-generation-of-moon-settlements/
LOCATION:Harbin Institute of Technology\, China\, Harbin\, China
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260715T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260715T170000
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SUMMARY:Lunar Surface Construction Innovation Workshop: Building the Future on the Moon
DESCRIPTION:The Lunar Surface Construction Innovation Workshop 2026\, hosted by Harbin Institute of Technology\, brings together researchers\, engineers\, architects\, and students to explore emerging technologies for building infrastructure on the lunar surface. The workshop features expert presentations and technical demonstrations on topics including autonomous construction\, in-situ resource utilization (ISRU)\, lunar regolith-based materials\, robotic assembly\, and 3D printing for extraterrestrial environments. \nThe event provides a collaborative platform for participants to exchange research ideas\, discuss engineering challenges\, and showcase innovative construction concepts for future lunar missions. Through interdisciplinary discussions and practical case studies\, the workshop aims to promote technological innovation and support the development of safe\, efficient\, and sustainable construction solutions for long-term human activities on the Moon.
URL:https://internationalmoonday.org/event/lunar-surface-construction-innovation-workshop-building-the-future-on-the-moon/
LOCATION:Harbin Institute of Technology\, China\, Harbin\, China
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260713T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Vienna:20260713T200000
DTSTAMP:20260622T081932Z
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SUMMARY:Moon Architecture FORUM Series - Episode 1: Moon Village – From Vision to Reality – What’s Next?
DESCRIPTION:The Architectural Concepts Working Group of the Moon Village Association aims to foster an interdisciplinary platform for exploring architectural strategies\, technology and standards enabling solutions as well as spatial concepts for a future Moon Village. The group brings together expertise from architecture\, engineering\, human factors\, environmental and social sciences\, and related fields to address key challenges from multiple perspectives. Through regular thematic forums\, the Working Group will focus on specific topics—ranging from habitat design and construction to environmental constraints and human experience in extreme environments. \n\n\n\nThe objective is to encourage open exchange\, critical discussion\, and the integration of diverse viewpoints in order to develop holistic and forward-looking architectural approaches that contribute to the broader Moon Village vision and strengthen collaboration across MVA Working Groups and to provide actionable concepts to the international community. \n\n\n\nAs part of this initiative\, the Architectural Concepts Working Group is launching the Moon Architecture FORUM Series — a recurring online forum dedicated to discussion\, knowledge exchange\, and future-oriented thinking around lunar architecture and habitation. Each forum will focus on a dedicated theme and provide a space for interdisciplinary interchange\, serious discussion\, speculative thinking\, and the sharing of ideas\, research\, and experiences. The forum is intended as an open platform to collectively explore future directions and move the conversation forward\, and takes place on a quarterly basis. \n\n\n\nThe first forum is held under the theme:“Moon Village – From Vision to Reality – What’s Next?”It will take place on MOONday\, 13 July\, at 5:00 PM (CET). \n\n\n\nThis inaugural forum will explore different opinions\, philosophies\, and concepts surrounding the original idea of the Moon Village\, tracing how the vision of a human presence on the Moon has evolved through contributions from space agencies\, architects\, engineers\, researchers\, designers\, and thinkers across disciplines. \n\n\n\nRather than treating the Moon Village as a fixed concept\, the discussion approaches it as an open and evolving framework shaped by diverse interpretations — ranging from technological and infrastructural solutions to cultural\, social\, architectural\, and philosophical perspectives on future lunar life. \n\n\n\nOpen Call for short presentations – Deadline 30th of June\n\n\n\nIn addition to invited contributions\, the forum includes an open call for short presentations (10 minutes). Researchers\, professionals\, students\, practitioners\, and interdisciplinary thinkers are invited to submit an abstract of up to 500 words presenting ideas\, research\, projects\, or speculative concepts related to the Moon Village theme. \n\n\n\nSelected contributions will be invited for short presentations during the symposium. \n\n\n\nmoon.architecture@moonvillageassociation.org
URL:https://internationalmoonday.org/event/moon-architecture-forum-series-episode-1-moon-village-from-vision-to-reality-whats-next/
LOCATION:Austria – Online\, Austria
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260708T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260708T170000
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SUMMARY:International Moon Day 2026 - Mexico
DESCRIPTION:Date and Time: July 8\, 2026\, at 19:00 hrs (CST) \n\n\n\nPlatform: Online broadcast via Cabina 11 Cadena Global \n\n\n\nDuration: 80 minutes \n\n\n\nDescription: The event will be an online broadcast hosted by Fermin Romero and myself. It aims to raise awareness about the Moon Village Association and International Moon Day\, inspire the next generation\, and discuss the future of lunar exploration through three main presentations\, followed by a Q&A session: \n\n\n\nCelia Chávez: Will discuss aerospace study-abroad opportunities\, scholarships\, and her experience with the IAF. \n\n\n\nAtzin Constantino (LATSPACE): Will present the Latspace Technologies initiative and the impact of STEM education in Latin America. \n\n\n\nDr. Miguel Arias: Will explore the new lunar economy\, emerging business models\, and entrepreneurship in space exploration. \n\n\n\nWatch the event
URL:https://internationalmoonday.org/event/international-moon-day-2026-mexico-2/
LOCATION:Mexico\, Online\, Mexico
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260707T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260707T170000
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SUMMARY:International Lunar Cooperation Forum: Advancing Global Partnerships for Moon Exploration
DESCRIPTION:The International Lunar Cooperation Forum 2026\, hosted by Harbin Institute of Technology\, brings together scholars\, space professionals\, and international partners to discuss the importance of global collaboration in lunar exploration. The forum focuses on strengthening academic exchange\, promoting joint research\, and exploring opportunities for international cooperation in space science\, technology\, and sustainable lunar development. \nA featured keynote speaker is Dorin Prunariu\, former Romanian cosmonaut and academician and the Co-Chair of the International Moon Day Group\, who will share insights into the history of Romania’s space program and its contributions to international space cooperation. He will also present his vision for the future of global lunar exploration\, emphasizing the value of scientific collaboration\, peaceful exploration\, and shared innovation in building humanity’s next chapter on the Moon.
URL:https://internationalmoonday.org/event/international-lunar-cooperation-forum-advancing-global-partnerships-for-moon-exploration/
LOCATION:Harbin Institute of Technology\, China\, Harbin\, China
CATEGORIES:In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Bogota:20251018T100500
DTEND;TZID=America/Bogota:20251018T113000
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SUMMARY:Artemisa: una misión a la Luna al alcance de tu mano
DESCRIPTION:El programa Artemisa de la NASA es un esfuerzo que busca una nueva arquitectura de misiones lunares para que el siguiente hombre y la primera mujer pisen la Luna en 2027. La conferencia se centra en una exposición interactiva con modelos modulares de cohetes impresos en 3D\, que permitirán comprender cada fase de las misiones y la función de cada componente del vehículo. \n\nSe realizará un recorrido por el perfil de las misiones Artemisa 2 y 3\, planeadas para 2026 y 2027 respectivamente\, así como una introducción a las bases del viaje espacial\, la exploración lunar y los acontecimientos de los próximos cuatro años. Finalmente\, se explorará el Polo Sur Lunar y por qué representa un gran interés para diferentes naciones alrededor del mundo.
URL:https://internationalmoonday.org/event/artemisa-una-mision-a-la-luna-al-alcance-de-tu-mano/
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
ORGANIZER;CN="Francisco Forero (MVA National Coordinator%2C Colombia)%3B ACDA":MAILTO:franciscoforerodaza@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T235959
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SUMMARY:Cortometraje Stop-Motion Viaje a la Luna con poblaciones vulnerables
DESCRIPTION:En conjunto con AESS UN del IEEE de la Universidad Nacional de Colombia se propone realizar una actividad junto a la fundación Tierra Nueva\, quienes trabajan con niñas\, niños y adolescentes en condición de vulnerabilidad. Se propone realizar a lo largo del  día una jornada donde exploraremos los fundamentos de la exploración lunar y el viaje espacial. Con esta base\, el equipo organizador\, compuesto por estudiantes universitarios en áreas de ingeniería y física\, guiarán a los niños para la realización de un cortometraje con técnica Stop-Motion sobre los próximos viajes a la Luna. Ellos mismos serán partícipes en la elaboración\, creación y ejecución de los elementos de escenografía\, guion\, historia y grabación. Finalmente\, el equipo organizador se encargará de la parte de edición y creación del producto final. El cortometraje tiene como fin ser proyectado de la mano con la fundación en otros escenarios culturales y divulgado en medios digitales.\n\nTogether with AESS UN of IEEE at the National University of Colombia\, an activity is proposed in collaboration with the Tierra Nueva Foundation\, which works with children and adolescents in vulnerable conditions. The plan is to hold a day-long session exploring the fundamentals of lunar exploration and space travel. Based on this\, the organizing team—made up of university students in engineering and physics—will guide the children in creating a stop-motion short film about the upcoming missions to the Moon. They themselves will participate in the development\, creation\, and execution of the scenery\, script\, story\, and filming. Finally\, the organizing team will be responsible for editing and producing the final product. The short film is intended to be showcased together with the foundation in other cultural venues and shared through digital media.
URL:https://internationalmoonday.org/event/cortometraje-stop-motion-viaje-a-la-luna-con-poblaciones-vulnerables/
LOCATION:Cazuca\, Cundinamarca\, Colombia\, Colombia
CATEGORIES:In Person
ORGANIZER;CN="Francisco Forero (MVA National Coordinator%2C Colombia)":MAILTO:franciscoforerodaza@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251010T100000
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SUMMARY:"From the International Space Station to the Lunar Space Station: Italy's Key Role and Opportunities for Latin America"
DESCRIPTION:Participation in the WSW is part of IILA’s initiatives in the field of science and space diplomacy\, including the noteworthy “Meeting of Space Agencies of IILA Member Countries\,” now in its fourth year\, and the project to build the first satellite mission by two IILA countries\, Panama and the Dominican Republic. It offers an opportunity to explore humanity’s journey to live sustainably and long-lastingly\, first in orbit and then on the lunar surface\, aiming one day to reach Mars. This journey\, through the use of innovative technologies that seek to make space a safe habitat\, with careful attention to astronauts’ needs and comfort\, allows them to face and overcome increasingly challenging challenges\, bringing to reality scenarios that were only a dream until recently. Space technologies have also opened up possibilities for a more sustainable future on our planet\, with positive implications for Latin American countries as well.
URL:https://internationalmoonday.org/event/from-the-international-space-station-to-the-lunar-space-station-italys-key-role-and-opportunities-for-latin-america/
LOCATION:Italy\, Rome\, Rome\, Italy
CATEGORIES:Hybrid
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ORGANIZER;CN="Organizzazione Internazionale Italo-Latino Americana IILA":MAILTO:s.tecnicoscientifica@iila.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20251008T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20251008T160000
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SUMMARY:World Space Week Association x Moon Village Association: What Does It Take to Live on the Moon?
DESCRIPTION:Date: October 8\, 2025 | Time: 14:30 – 16:00 CETTheme: What Does It Take to Live on the Moon?Format: 90-Minute Virtual Program \n\n\n\nThis joint event\, organized by the World Space Week Association (WSWA) and the Moon Village Association (MVA)\, is part of the global celebrations of World Space Week 2025\, which this year carries the theme “Living in Space.” and the same time\,  an official International Moon Day (IMD) Global Event\, focusing specifically on the theme of living on the Moon. \n\n\n\nBringing together voices from across the world\, including NASA (USA) and the Deep Space Exploration Lab (China)\, this 90-minute international program will explore the opportunities\, challenges\, and global cooperation needed to make lunar living a reality. Experts\, policymakers\, and industry leaders will share perspectives on current missions\, future plans\, human factors\, sustainability\, and the role of global collaboration in shaping humanity’s future on the Moon. \n\n\n\nBy joining forces\, WSWA and MVA highlight the importance of international dialogue and partnership in ensuring that humanity’s next big step beyond Earth is inclusive\, cooperative\, and inspiring for future generations. \n\n\n\nRegister for free on evenbrite\n\n\n\n\nEVENTBRITE\n\n\n\n\nWatch on Youtube\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n\n1. Introduction\n\n\n\n\nWorld Space Week Welcome – Alma Okpalefe\, Executive Director\, WSWA\n\n\n\nMoon Village Association Welcome – Giuseppe Reibaldi\, President\, Moon Village Association\n\n\n\nInternational Moon Day Welcome – Nasr Alsahhaf\, Chair\, International Moon Day\n\n\n\n\n\n“Why living on the Moon is the next big step for humanity.” – John Mankins\, CEO\, Mankins Space Technologies Inc.\n\n\n\n\n2. Keynote Addresses\n\n\n\nTopic: Laying the Foundations for Lunar Living \n\n\n\nSpeakers: \n\n\n\n\nDr. Jacob Bleacher\, Chief Exploration Scientist\, National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)\, USA\n\n\n\nDr. Wang Zhongmin\, Director of International Cooperation Center\, Deep Space Exploration Lab. (DSEL)\, China\n\n\n\n\n3. Spotlight Talk\n\n\n\nTopic: “Building Habitats Beyond Earth: Designing for Survival and Sustainability on the Moon.” \n\n\n\nTimothy Cichan\, Lead Space Exploration Architecture\, Lockheed Martin \n\n\n\n4. Panel Discussion\n\n\n\nTopic: Living on the Moon – Challenges\, Opportunities\, and Global CooperationModerator: Satoru Kurosu\, Moon Market Coordinator\, Moon Village AssociationSpeakers: \n\n\n\n\nShatel Bhakta\, NASA\n\n\n\nWang Zhongmin\, DSEL\n\n\n\nTimothy Cichan\, Lockheed Martin\n\n\n\nBob Lamboray\, Luxembourg Space Agency\n\n\n\nUlpia Botezatu\, UNOOSA\n\n\n\nMarlene Losier\, For All Moonkind \n\n\n\n\n6. Closing Remarks\n\n\n\n\nWorld Space Week Association – Dennis Stone\, President\, WSWA\n\n\n\nMoon Village Association – Giuseppe Reibaldi\, President\, Moon Village Association
URL:https://internationalmoonday.org/event/world-space-week-association-x-moon-village-association-living-on-the-moon/
LOCATION:USA – Online\, United States
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SUMMARY:Celebrating IMD2025 @ 'Der Orion - Astronomie und Raumfahrt' - Austria
DESCRIPTION:Screenshot\n\n\n\nInternational Moon Day at ‘Der Orion – Astronomie und Raumfahrt’ In collaboration with the exhibition„Bilder werden Geschichten werden Bilder“ \n\n\n\nTo celebrate International Moon Day\, Der Orion and ATELIER A invite you to an evening of art and stories inspired by the moon.A special highlight of the exhibition is an etching illustrating the moon. This moon-themed artwork shows the moon not just as a scientific object\, but as a symbol of mystery\, change\, and imagination. \n\n\n\nOpening Hours:October 8 – November 11: Mon\, Tue\, Fri – 3:30 PM to 6:30 PMDecember 5- December 23 : Fri to Wed – 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM
URL:https://internationalmoonday.org/event/celebrating-imd2025-der-orion-astronomie-und-raumfahrt-austria-2/
LOCATION:‘Der Orion – Astronomie und Raumfahrt’ – Austria\, Austria
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251007T013000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251007T043000
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SUMMARY:USC ASTE527 Astronautics Graduate Space Architecting Studio – ARTEMIS
DESCRIPTION:USC Viterbi Engineering\, department of Astronautcial Engineering presents NASA ARTEMIS alternative idea outlines at midterms on Tuesday October 07th\, 6:30-9:30pm Pacific Time Zone.
URL:https://internationalmoonday.org/event/usc-aste527-astronautics-graduate-space-architecting-studio-artemis/
LOCATION:USC  Ronald Tutor Hall RTH rm # 109\, USC\, Los Angeles\, CA 90089\, University Park\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90089\, United States
CATEGORIES:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Astronautical Engineering Department%2C Viterbi School of Engineering%2C University of Southern California":MAILTO:mthangav@usc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Moscow:20251003T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Moscow:20251003T200000
DTSTAMP:20250922T075203Z
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SUMMARY:La Luna Respira
DESCRIPTION:La Luna Respira è il Libro di Emilio Salierno che racconta l’avventura scientifica di Giovanni De Maria \, il chimico italiano che per primo analizzando le rocce lunari delle missioni Apollo negli anni 70 scopri la presenza di ossigeno nelle stesse.\nIn questo incontro dialogo con l’autore e con il Prof De aria sarà possibile ascoltare la sroia dell’esplorazione lunare passata e futura.
URL:https://internationalmoonday.org/event/la-luna-respira-2/
LOCATION:Parma\, Italy\, Cyprus
CATEGORIES:In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250926T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250926T180000
DTSTAMP:20250811T082545Z
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SUMMARY:100 Years from the Moon Landing to a Cislunar City
DESCRIPTION:International Moon Day is an opportunity to recognize the central role the Moon has played and continues to play in the history of space exploration. A symbol of cosmic proximity and technological challenge\, the Moon has represented a point of reference for humanity for millennia. Today\, between the memory of historic landings and ambitious future plans\, this anniversary renews the scientific community’s commitment to a new era of lunar exploration. As in 1969\, every extraordinary journey begins with a simple step. \nTen years ago in July\, the Center for Near Space of the Italian Institute for the Future was founded with the aim of spreading Space Culture\, supporting the development of Civil Astronautics\, and fostering the growth of the Private User Community. The launch of conceptual studies of orbital architecture with its OrbiTecture team soon evolved into the pioneering studies of the Cislunar City\, in the belief that the scientific enterprise of space exploration is rapidly evolving toward a permanent human presence in space. \nOn this basis and with these elements\, the session “100 YEARS FROM THE MOON LANDING TO A CISLUNAR CITY” aims\, on the one hand\, to celebrate man’s first step on the moon as humanity’s first step off Earth\, and on the other\, to project forward a century later\, when the stable existence of a community of approximately 1\,000 people in a dozen “neighborhoods” located between low Earth orbit and the Moon\, both orbit and surface\, will be possible and probable.The prospect of the emergence of the Cislunar City and its long-term configuration as a coordinated community\, not subordinated to terrestrial power centers\, requires a radical rethinking of the legal paradigm applicable to it. The purely geocentric perspective that informs the spirit of current regulations is proving increasingly inadequate to meet the needs of an autonomous\, stable\, and structured community in space. It is therefore appropriate\, if not necessary\, to establish a normative paradigm that goes beyond the limits of traditional international law to develop a space law for space\, conceived in light of the environmental\, social\, and operational specificities of the cislunar context.
URL:https://internationalmoonday.org/event/100-years-from-the-moon-landing-to-a-cislunar-city/
LOCATION:Napoli\, Italy\, Naples\, Italy
CATEGORIES:In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250924T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250924T203000
DTSTAMP:20250918T125716Z
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SUMMARY:Moon Village Association Mexico - Dia internacional de la Luna 2025
DESCRIPTION:Para celebrar el Día Internacional de la Luna 2025\, invitamos a esta charla introductoria de la Moon Village Association capítulo México\, donde daremos un panorama del futuro próximo de la exploración y asentamiento lunar\, y las posibildades de ser parte de la nueva economía espacial. La plática está dirigida a público en general y a profesionales interesados en el espacio\, la ciencia y las tecnologías para el espacio. Los esperamos.
URL:https://internationalmoonday.org/event/moon-village-association-mexico-dia-internacional-de-la-luna-2025/
LOCATION:Mexico\, Online\, Mexico
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250909T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250909T180000
DTSTAMP:20250830T071501Z
CREATED:20250707T113209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250830T071501Z
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SUMMARY:From Vision to Orbit: A Prelude to MVA Workshop and Symposium 2025
DESCRIPTION:A Teaser Event: MVA Workshop and Symposium 2025 \nTitle:“From Vision to Orbit: A Virtual Prelude to MVA 2025”Date:To be held during the International Moon Day Celebration Period (July 2025)Format:Hybrid – 1-hour duration; for in- person participation please contact enrico.zappino@polito.itOrganized by:Moon Village Association (MVA) and  Italian Association of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIDAA). \nObjectiveThis teaser event will serve as a dynamic and inspiring prelude to the MVA Workshop and Symposium scheduled for December 2025 in Turin\, Italy.Taking place during the International Moon Day celebration\, this 1-hour virtual session will both honor the achievements of the 2024 edition and build excitement for the upcoming 2025 event. \nTheme“Celebrating Progress\, Igniting Futures” \nWe aim to connect the past and future of lunar collaboration\, aligning the teaser with the spirit of the International Moon Day – which emphasizes peaceful lunar exploration\, international cooperation\, and public engagement. \nProgram Overview (1 Hour)Time Segment Description \n\n18:00 – 18:10 Opening Celebration & Welcome.\n18:10 – 18:25 2024 in Review: Voices & Highlights Testimonials from participants\, partners\, and youth contributors from the 2024 event.\n18:25 – 18:40 Looking Ahead: Introducing MVA 2025 in Turin Reveal of the 2025 theme\, goals\, and preliminary program structure. \n18:40 – 18:50 Spotlight: Turin as the Host City A brief cultural and scientific spotlight on Turin’s role in space activities and as a hub for aerospace innovation. \n18:50 – 19:00 Call to Action & Closing.\n\nLanguage: English 
URL:https://internationalmoonday.org/event/from-vision-to-orbit-a-prelude-to-mva-workshop-and-symposium-2025/
LOCATION:Sala Riunione 3 piano\, Dip. Ing. Meccanica \, Politecnico di Torino\, Corso Duca degli Abruzzi 34\, Torino\, Torino\, Italy
CATEGORIES:Hybrid,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250903T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250903T235959
DTSTAMP:20250922T080053Z
CREATED:20250922T080052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T080053Z
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SUMMARY:The 4th International Workshop on Lunar and Deep Space Exploration
DESCRIPTION:The Fourth International Workshop on Lunar and Deep Space Exploration was held successfully on September 3\, 2025\, in Hefei\, China\, co-organized with the Deep Space Exploration Laboratory (DSEL) \, the International Deep Space Exploration Association (IDSEA) and the Asia-Pacific Space Cooperation Organization (APSCO). The workshop served as a strategic precursor to the Third Tiandu Forum\, reinforcing its role as an essential component of the week’s premier deep space exploration gathering.\nThe event attracted 88 participants from 30 countries\, including esteemed academicians\, leaders of space agencies and research institutions\, and prominent experts and scholars.\nThe workshop featured 19 presentations and four keynote addresses\, focusing on pioneering topics such as the International Lunar Research Station (ILRS)\, the Cislunar CubeSat Constellation (C3)\, and collaborative asteroid exploration programs. These sessions provided a platform for sharing cutting-edge research and exploring future joint missions.\nA highlight of the workshop was the roundtable discussion\, which facilitated in-depth dialogue among representatives from various countries and institutions. It was officially confirmed that the workshop will become an institutionalized annual event\, held in conjunction with the Tiandu Forum to ensure continued synergy and sustained international partnership.
URL:https://internationalmoonday.org/event/the-4th-international-workshop-on-lunar-and-deep-space-exploration/
LOCATION:Hefei\, China\, China
CATEGORIES:In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Amman:20250830T190000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Amman:20250830T200000
DTSTAMP:20250726T094614Z
CREATED:20250701T130041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250726T094614Z
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SUMMARY:MENA Moon Mission: One Moon\, One Future
DESCRIPTION:MENA Moon Mission: One Moon\, One Future invites youth and students on a captivating journey to the Moon and beyond\, exploring the challenges of life beyond Earth through immersive\, hands-on experiences and innovative workshops. Participants will discover how technology and innovation unlock new frontiers\, engaging in insightful dialogues with experts who ignite their passion for space science and technology. This event is more than just learning—it’s an inspiring adventure that sparks curiosity\, fosters collaboration\, and builds a shared vision for a sustainable future on the lunar surface\, echoing the spirit of International Moon Day 2025: \n“One Moon\, One Vision\, One Future.”
URL:https://internationalmoonday.org/event/mena-moon-mission-one-moon-one-future/
LOCATION:Jordan\, Amman\, Jordan
CATEGORIES:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250826T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250826T190000
DTSTAMP:20250804T082414Z
CREATED:20250804T082412Z
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SUMMARY:La Luna Respira
DESCRIPTION:✨ Presentazione del libro “La Luna respira” ✨Martedì 26 agosto 2025\, alle ore 18:00\, vi aspettiamo alla Libreria Sovilla di Cortina d’Ampezzo (Corso Italia\, 176\, 32043 Cortina d’Ampezzo BL) per la presentazione di “La Luna respira”\, il libro di Emilio Salierno che racconta la straordinaria storia di Giovanni De Maria\, lo scienziato che ha scoperto la presenza di ossigeno nelle rocce lunari. \nDurante l’incontro interverrà il Prof. Emerito Giovanni De Maria\, protagonista del libro\, per raccontare in prima persona le implicazioni delle sue ricerche: la possibilità di insediamenti stabili sulla Luna grazie a ossigeno e acqua\, e uno sguardo umano e professionale sulla sua carriera. \n📖 Un evento imperdibile per gli appassionati di scienza\, esplorazione spaziale e storie di vita straordinarie. \n📚 Post in English \n✨ Book presentation: “La Luna respira” ✨On August 26th\, 2025\, at 6:00 PM\, we look forward to welcoming you at Libreria Sovilla in Cortina d’Ampezzo (Corso Italia\, 176\, 32043 Cortina d’Ampezzo BL) for the presentation of “La Luna respira”\, the book by Emilio Salierno that tells the extraordinary story of Giovanni De Maria\, the scientist who discovered the presence of oxygen in lunar rocks. \nDuring the event\, Professor Emeritus Giovanni De Maria himself will join us to share firsthand insights on his groundbreaking research and its implications for future lunar settlements made possible by the presence of oxygen and water. \n📖 A unique opportunity for science lovers\, space exploration enthusiasts\, and anyone fascinated by extraordinary human stories.
URL:https://internationalmoonday.org/event/la-luna-respira/
LOCATION:Libreria Sovilla di Cortina d’Ampezzo\, Italy\, Corso Italia\, 176\, Cortina d'Ampezzo\, BLA\, 32043\, Italy
CATEGORIES:In Person
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250808T203000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250808T213000
DTSTAMP:20250825T083540Z
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SUMMARY:Astronomers for a Day.  Look at the moon!
DESCRIPTION:Everyone with their noses in the air: August 8th in Cerrate abbey is a night dedicated to the moon!\nAncient stories\, fascinating anecdotes\, suggestive projections and live astronomical observations\, with sky experts the Nuova Associazione Studi Astronomici of Brindisi.\nA unique opportunity to rediscover the beauty of our satellite between science\, myth and poetry.\n𝐓𝐮𝐭𝐭𝐢 𝐜𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐥 𝐧𝐚𝐬𝐨 𝐚𝐥𝐥’𝐢𝐧𝐬ù: 𝐥’𝟖 𝐚𝐠𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐨 𝐚 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 è 𝐮𝐧𝐚 𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐭𝐞 𝐝𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐚 𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐚 𝐥𝐮𝐧𝐚!\nStorie antiche\, aneddoti affascinanti\, proiezioni suggestive e osservazioni astronomiche dal vivo\, con gli esperti del cielo Giovanni Maroccia e la Nuova Associazione Studi Astronomici di Brindisi.\nUn’occasione unica per riscoprire la bellezza del nostro satellite tra scienza\, mito e poesia.
URL:https://internationalmoonday.org/event/astronomers-for-a-day-look-at-the-moon/
LOCATION:Abbaye Santa Maria a Cerrate\, Italy\, Cerrate\, Italy
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250802T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250803T235959
DTSTAMP:20250714T080418Z
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SUMMARY:Altair Lunar Camp 4.0
DESCRIPTION:Altair Lunar Camp 4.0 is an immersive camping event where we will celebrate International Moon Day 2025 with the motto of “One Moon\, One Vision\, One Future”\, embracing our core principles of unity\, sustainability\, and fair access for everyone. \nOne Moon: Our camp emphasizes that the Moon is a shared heritage for all humanity. Through telescopic observations and hands-on astrophotography\, participants will feel this universal connection and develop a sense of responsibility to protect and explore the Moon sustainably. \nOne Vision: By bringing together students\, young professionals\, children\, families\, artists\, astronomers\, lawyers\, and anyone interested in space and camping\, we aim to build a community vision for the future of lunar exploration. Informative mini-seminars\, campfire talks\, and competitions will spark curiosity and collaboration across disciplines.One Future: The camp highlights the importance of sustainability in all space and lunar activities. We believe that sharing this vision with new generations will inspire them to turn lunar challenges into opportunities\, ensuring a better future for Earth and beyond. \nHighlights:• Hands-On Observations: Participants will set up tents by the Alpsari Lake (Cankiri\, Turkiye) and spend nights under the stars\, observing the Moon and deep sky objects with telescopes.• Astrophotography Workshop with Mustafa Aydin: One of the camp’s unique highlights will be an astrophotography workshop led by Mustafa Aydın\, an award-winning astrophotographer whose work “Stardust” has officially reached the lunar surface as part of the MoonMars Museum project and now rests in the Mare Crisium region of the Moon carrying humanity’s artistic legacy beyond Earth. Mustafa Aydın will share his experience photographing the night sky in light-pollution-free regions for over a decade\, and participants will learn how to capture the Moon even with a simple smartphone under his guidance.• Community Building: Social activities\, nature walks\, games\, and fireside talks with guest trainers will create a sense of unity and shared responsibility for sustainability.• Photo Exhibition Series: As in previous years\, Moon\, space\, and nature photos taken during the camp will be curated into exhibitions (as a difference\, physical only this year) in different cities\, extending the IMD spirit throughout the year.• Target Audience: Open to youth\, students\, young professionals\, families\, artists\, astronomy and law enthusiasts\, and anyone passionate about space\, nature and camping.• Participation Goal: The camp will host approximately 50 participants to ensure an inclusive and impactful experience.Partners & Support:Altair will organize the camp in collaboration with Stellar Experiences\, with the encouragement of Moon Village Association and UNOOSA\, and with the participation of the Ankara Bar Association Photography Club. Further local partnerships and sponsorships are being explored to strengthen the event’s impact.Post-Camp Impact:In addition to the on-site experience\, we plan to create awareness through:• Social media campaigns on Instagram and LinkedIn using #IMD2025\,• Exhibitions of photos taken during the camp in various public spaces\,• Inspiring new participants to join future space activities and contribute to a “sustainable spatial future”. \nSummary of Details:• Name: Altair Lunar Camp 4.0• Type: Educational\, Scientific\, Cultural• Date: August 2–3\, 2025• Location: Alpsari Lake\, Cankiri\, Turkiye• Format: In-person (camping); future exhibitions will be physical.• Promotion: Social media\, local and nat’l partnerships.
URL:https://internationalmoonday.org/event/altair-lunar-camp-4-0/
LOCATION:Alpsari Lake\, Cankiri\, Turkiye\, Turkey
CATEGORIES:In Person
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