Centaur Upper Stage

In more than 260 launches, Centaurs have launched communication satellites, scientific observatories, weather satellites, and military reconnaissance satellites. The Centaur upper stage has also played a key role in our exploration of the solar system for more than half a century. Centaur’s very first payloads were Surveyor Moon landers that scouted landing sites for the Apollo Moon landings in the 1960s. Centaurs launched Mariner probes to Mercury, Venus, and Mars, Viking orbiters and landers to Mars, and the amazing Pioneer and Voyager probes to the outer solar system. Later missions have delivered rovers to Mars and sent the New Horizons spacecraft to Pluto and beyond. Five Centaur payloads are headed out of our solar system into the vast unexplored space between star systems.

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Friday	10am-5pm
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Saturday Jun 13

5:30PM TO 10:00PM

Exploration of Flight (Centennial Airport)

Dos Gringos Live in Concert

Saturday, Jun 13, 2026 | 5:30PM to 10:00PM

Join us and Dos Gringos for a benefit concert to restore our newest exhibit!

After years of sitting outside and being used as a maintenance trainer, our F-16D needs some serious love and attention to reclaim her former glory. We’re calling all fans to help fund the restoration and get our aircraft looking great and standing proudly once again. Don’t miss a legendary performance from the ultimate fighter pilot band when they take the stage at Exploration of Flight for a 2.5-hour, full-throttle set.

Experience:

Live music you can rock out to
Interactive exhibits
Meet and greets with pilots
Check out unique aircraft
And more!

Dance, fuel the mission, and help launch our Thunderbird F-16D back into top form!

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*This event is 21+. Please note that the performing band may use explicit language or lyrics that some guests may find offensive. Listener discretion is advised. This event has sold out in the past.

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Saturday Jun 20

10:00AM TO 12:30PM

Exploration of Flight (Centennial Airport)

Little Wings: Plane Spotting

Saturday, Jun 20, 2026 | 10:00AM to 12:30PM

Watch your child’s curiosity soar at Exploration of Flight and explore the amazing world of aviation! Participants will learn about the different parts of an airplane, how airports work and tarmac safety. Then it’s off to spot real planes in action! Watch them take off, land and fly through the skies at Centennial Airport.

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Wings’ Members, remember to sign in to receive 50% off tickets!

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*This program is designed for children aged 3-6 years old and their guardians. Siblings are welcome to participate. Adults must accompany children at all times. All attendees must purchase a program ticket; general admission to Exploration of Flight is included with program ticket. A significant portion of this activity takes place outdoors on the tarmac. Weather-appropriate clothing, water, sunscreen and hats are recommended. Some binoculars will be available for use, and feel welcome to bring your own binoculars.

Photo Credit: Cliff Lawson

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Saturday Jun 20

10:00AM TO 2:00PM

Air & Space Museum