Yes. You read that headline right. Duran Duran will perform at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex on July 16, 2019. Here’s what you need to know.
This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing. To celebrate, NASA and the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex is pulling out the stops to celebrate. This includes what promises to be an artistic, eclectic performance by British rockers, Duran Duran? in the Rocket Garden.
Duran Duran Brings Out the Teenage Girl in Me
When I found out about their upcoming performance in the Rocket Garden, it made me realize the teenage girl in me is still very much alive. Plus, my favorite band AND NASA have a connection???
Duran Duran was MY band while growing up in the 80s. I purchased just about every album and 45 that was released, decorated my bedroom with posters of the band, and collected buttons. I even re-wrote lyrics to their songs. Unfortunately, I never attended a concert.
Yeah, I was a bit obsessed. But, their music also pulled me through the awkward teen years. I had many dark days and their music showed me the brighter side of life.
During my flight back from Berlin in March, I watched a documentary about Duran Duran and it brought back all the feels.
Anyway, here are the deets about the Duran Duran performance on Tuesday, July 16 as part of the Apollo 50th Anniversary Events.
2 Ticket Options
Option 1: General Concert Admission – $99
- Ticket includes general concert admission only
Option 2: Celebration Concert Elite Package – $300
- Concert admission
- Elite concert viewing location
- Includes one (1) daily admission ticket
- One (1) complimentary drink ticket
- One (1) Apollo 50th commemorative gift
Duran Duran at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, What You Need to Know
Doors open at 8:00 p.m. with DJ Evalicious preforming at 9:00 p.m. Duran Duran’s set beginning at 10:30 p.m. (Will “Planet Earth” be their opening song???)
The evening includes a drone light performance by Studio Drift in partnership with Intel.
Both tickets include parking.
Food trucks will be on site and beer and will be available for purchase. Seating is on the grass lawn so bring blankets, but no chairs will be permitted.
Bring insect repellent, too.
Guests will be able to shop in the World’s Largest Space Shop during this special event but all other attractions and exhibits will be closed for the duration of the concert.
A portion of the proceeds from the concert’s ticket sales will support the Aldrin Family Foundation’s STEAM education programs.
Learn more and purchase tickets: www.kennedyspacecenter.com
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