Meet SpaceX Inspiration4 Astronaut Chris Sembroski on Saturday 7th March 2026!

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The Armchair Astronaut - Astronaut Appearances & Space Events.

Astronaut Appearances & Spaceflight Events

Welcome to The Armchair Astronaut

Your gateway to unforgettable encounters with space, science, and exploration.

At The Armchair Astronaut, we connect audiences with real Astronauts through appearances, talks, and events across the UK & Europe. Whether for corporate functions, educational settings, or community gatherings, we bring the wonder of spaceflight down to Earth, delivering inspiring stories, rare insights, and powerful motivation.


What We Do:

  • Space-Themed Events & Socials: We organise special events featuring Astronaut guest speakers, exhibits, and social/networking opportunities.
  • Event Promotion & Calendar: We maintain a curated calendar of Astronaut and spaceflight events across the UK and Europe, helping enthusiasts and professionals stay informed of upcoming opportunities.
  • Astronaut Visits & Keynote Engagements: We coordinate Astronaut appearances for schools, businesses, conferences, and more. Their firsthand experiences provide a compelling blend of leadership lessons, teamwork anecdotes, and scientific perspective. 
  • Educational & Outreach Support: We support schools and institutions in bringing space science, STEM, and future space careers to life through our educational outreach projects.

Our Mission:

To bridge the gap between the stars and everyday life: inspiring and educating by making Astronaut experiences accessible, engaging, and transformative. We strive to kindle curiosity about space, spark innovation, and empower people (of all ages and backgrounds) to pursue big dreams, on Earth and beyond.


We promote all public Astronaut appearances and Spaceflight events in the UK and Europe. Unless otherwise stated these events are not managed by The Armchair Astronaut and full credit goes to both the Astronaut and organisers. Dates, times and schedules may be subject to change. Please contact the event organisers directly with any questions.

Our Next Event

Chris Sembroski

SpaceX Inspiration4 mission.

The world's first all-civilian orbital spaceflight (September 2021)

Experience an Inspiring journey to space at The Armchair Astronaut's Spring Space Social 2026 with special guest Astronaut Chris Sembroski. 

Selected to take the seat of "Generosity" in this world's first all-civilian orbital spaceflight, Chris will be speaking about his unique journey to space. Includes autograph and optional meet and greet photos. VIP options with VIP audience, 3-course dinner, autograph and speech also available.

Saturday 7th March 2026


Spring Space Social 2026

Cranfield, UK

Event Details

Ticket Options

General Admission

Premium VIP Package

General Admission

Includes access to the event, 12pm-4pm, with trade stands, exhibits, canteen and amenities.


12:00pm

  • Registration Opens

1:00pm

  • Optional Meet & Greet Photos (Optional extra payable on the day. See event page for full details.)
  • Lecture Presentation with Q&A
  • Autograph (In-person, on your own photo or item. One autograph per ticket)

4:00pm

  • Doors Close


Early Bird Price: £40.00 each


Suitable for all ages.

All guests will require a ticket.

VIP Package

Premium VIP Package

General Admission

Includes access to the event, 12pm-10pm, with trade stands, exhibits, canteen and amenities.


12:00pm

  • Registration Opens

1:00pm

  • Optional Meet & Greet Photos (Optional extra payable on the day. See event page for full details.)
  • Priority Front Section Seating at the Lecture Presentation with Q&A
  • Autograph (In-person, on your own photo or item. One autograph per ticket)

4:00pm

  • Doors Close

6:00pm

  • VIP Dinner Event Opens
  • Veteran VIP Award Presentation (for eligible VIP guests only. See below)
  • 3-Course Dinner followed by Tea/Coffee (other drinks not included)
  • After-Dinner Speech with Q&A
  • Exclusive Armchair Astronaut merchandise including flown in space Space Shuttle relic keyring
  • Autograph (One extra autograph, in-person, on your own photo or item.)

10:00pm

  • Doors close (Retire to the Bar)


Early Bird Price: £119.00 each


VIP Tickets are limited to 50 people to preserve the intimate atmosphere of the VIP experience.

Premium VIP Package

Premium VIP Package

Premium VIP Package

Includes access to the event, 12pm-10pm, with trade stands, exhibits, canteen and amenities.


  • Includes all the benefits of the VIP Package ticket, PLUS:


  • 10% discount voucher for our online Fundraising Space Store.
  • Top Table Seating with drink and over-dinner conversation with Chris Sembroski and our founder.
  • An additional, custom inscribed signed photo (pre-signed).
  • Other benefits may be added but can not be guaranteed.


Early Bird Price: £189.00 each


Only 5 Premium VIP Tickets are available!



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Witnessing an astronaut share their experiences can be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, creating lasting memories for you and your staff/students.

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