Mars Encounters is a fully immersive, 20,000-square-foot experience that transports you to a functioning human colony on the Red Planet. As the Fair’s featured attraction, it brings this year’s Blast Off to Fun theme to life!

With interactive elements designed for all ages—including hands-on mining activities, RC rovers, a giant inflatable obstacle course, and live shows—Mars Encounters blends science, innovation, and exploration into an unforgettable experience for all ages.

Why You’ll Love It:

• Meet Destiny, a full-scale Mars rover replica

• Bounce through an inflatable space station

• Try hands-on resource mining activities

• Learn how humans could live and thrive on Mars

• Connect real space history to the future of exploration

Live Show Times:
2:30 PM, 4:30PM & 6:30 PM