The Mars Exploration Celebration Is An Out Of This World Festival Near Pittsburgh

Who’s up for an out-of-this world adventure? While human travel to the Red Planet remains some years away, we can still get insight into what it’s like to explore the planet that’s more than 33 million miles from Earth. Gather the whole family for this weekend-long festival near Pittsburgh that will feature plenty of interactive exhibits, speakers, live entertainment, and delicious food.

Get ready for a weekend celebrating the Red Planet at The Mars Exploration Celebration Days in the town of Mars, just a half an hour from downtown Pittsburgh.

The three-day weekend is set for May 31 through June 2, 2019. And, those three days will be jam-packed with activities for the whole family.

Dress up in your favorite costume - a Martian or a NASA astronaut, perhaps? - for the Friday evening costume contest. The evening will include plenty of exhibits, food, and entertainment before ending with a spectacular fireworks show.

Carve out as much time as you can to visit the festival that will feature such exhibits as the Mars Science Display and the Mars Escape Room, both presented by NASA.

In fact, NASA will have a full lineup of exhibits. Meet NASA's Rov-E (pictured below). Embark on a virtual reality tour of the Red Planet. And, snap photos of yourself or your kids as a NASA astronaut.

Of course, you'll have plenty of opportunities to tap your foot and dance to the live entertainment. The Gothees, for example, will hit the main stage on June 1, 2019 at 6 p.m.

Take the little ones to the Kids Zone too, where they can make crafts, get their faces painted, or play on several giant inflatable games.

And, enjoy a delicious meal or snack from such vendors as Mama's Place, Hot Mama's Pierogies, and Posti's Pizza.

Visit the Mars Exploration Celebration Days May 31, 2019 from 5 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Or, stop by June 1 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. or June 2 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Have you ever been to this festival near Pittsburgh? Tell us about it in the comments! Then, click here to read more about the most unique town near Pittsburgh.

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Journey To Mars For An Out-Of-This-World Celebration Without Ever Leaving Pennsylvania

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