ASCEND 2026
ASCEND 2026 delivers fresh ideas, new partnerships, and growing momentum—while remaining the trusted home and voice of the global space community.
ASCEND is where the global space community comes together to drive real, actionable outcomes. ASCEND unites industry, government, academia, and emerging leaders to deliver clarity, alignment, and impact.
Grounded in technical excellence and powered by AIAA, ASCEND 2026 is strengthened by event partners including the Commercial Space Federation, ISS National Laboratory, Space Force Association, and Space Generation Advisory Council.
Relevant Government Agencies
Air Force, DOD & Military, NASA, Other Federal Agencies, Federal Government, State & Local Government
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When
Tue-Thu, May 19-21, 2026
ET
Cost
| Full-Time Student Member - Early: | $299.00 |
| Full-Time Student Non- Member - Standard: | $399.00 |
| Full-Time Student Nonmember - Early: | $399.00 |
| Full-Time Student Nonmember - Standard: | $499.00 |
| AIAA Corporate Member: | $989.00 |
| AIAA Young Professional Member - Early: | $989.00 |
| AIAA Young Professional Member - Standard: | $1299.00 |
| AIAA Professional Member - Early: | $1099.00 |
| AIAA Professional Member - Standard: | $1399.00 |
| Professional Nonmember - Early: | $1399.00 |
| Professional Nonmember - Standard: | $1599.00 |
Where
Washington Hilton
1919 Connecticut Ave NW
Washington, DC 20009
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Website
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Event Sponsors
Organizer
American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics
