JPL’s open house is finally coming back again. Here’s how to get free tickets to the NASA tradition.

NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory is bringing back its popular open house event in October 2026. The event allows the public to tour mission control and research facilities, though tickets are expected to be highly competitive.
Why it matters
Public engagement with scientific institutions like NASA fosters interest in space exploration and STEM education.
The overwhelmingly popular Pasadena-area tradition will return in the fall of 2026.
The article is a straightforward informational piece about a public event.
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