Space
World Space Week Marks Decades of Space Exploration
By Today News Hours Editorial Desk
The night sky over Canby, Oregon, was photographed on Nov. 29, 2025. World Space Week (WSW) is an annual celebration that began in 1999 and was declared by the United Nations to educate people about the benefits of space. The event runs from Oct. 4 to Oct. 10 each year, coinciding with the launch of the first human‑made satellite on Oct. 4, 1957, and the signing of the Outer Space Treaty on Oct. 10, 1967.
Frequently asked questions
When does World Space Week take place?
World Space Week runs from Oct. 4 to Oct. 10 each year.
What historical events do the dates of World Space Week commemorate?
The dates commemorate the launch of the first human‑made satellite on Oct. 4, 1957, and the signing of the Outer Space Treaty on Oct. 10, 1967.
When was World Space Week established and by whom?
World Space Week began in 1999 and was declared by the United Nations.