Star Trek Boldly Celebrates 60 Years On September 8th With Incredible Events Beyond The Final Frontier!

Prepare to go beyond the final frontier as Star Trek celebrates 60 years. Discover experiences in London, Germany, and the United States at warp speed!

“To boldly go where no one has gone before!” This year, we can all journey to the final frontier and beyond.

As Star Trek celebrates its historic 60th anniversary, the franchise is marking the day with a global lineup of fan experiences, screenings, partnerships, and special events. These events honor six decades of exploration, hope, innovation, and cultural impact. Meanwhile, the milestone anniversary culminates on Sept. 8, 2026. This will commemorate 60 years since the original Star Trek series debuted on Sept. 8, 1966. This launch created one of the most enduring and influential franchises in entertainment history.

From a worldwide Vulcan Salute initiative and theatrical celebrations across the United States to special collaborations spanning space exploration, sustainability, and more, Star Trek Day 2026 invites fans everywhere to boldly celebrate the franchise’s enduring legacy. Additional Star Trek 60th anniversary celebrations will continue throughout the remainder of 2026.

STAR TREK WORLDWIDE EVENTS

Star Trek x London Underground Takeover

From Sept. 7-8, King’s Cross St Pancras and South Kensington stations will feature Star Trek-themed takeovers marking key stops on a four-destination fan trail across the capital.

Star Trek Vulcan Salute and Guinness World Records Attempt Unite Fans at the Science Museum in London

On Sept. 8, fans worldwide are invited to take part in the Vulcan Salute, a global digital celebration of connection, community, and optimism. This will culminate in an official Guinness World Records attempt for the Most People Performing the Vulcan Salute simultaneously at the Science Museum in London. Moreover, this is part of the museum’s free, adults-only Star Trek Lates event. The event celebrates the franchise’s 60th anniversary. You can book your free ticket HERE.

Star Trek x Samsung Flagship Store in London

As part of the Star Trek Day celebrations, Samsung will transform its flagship King’s Cross store into a must-visit destination for fans. This establishes the location as one of four key quadrants at the heart of the wider fan journey. The immersive branded takeover will include a screening of STAR TREK: THE ORIGINAL SERIES Season 1 premiere episode, “The Man Trap,”. Afterward, there will be an advance screening of STAR TREK: STRANGE NEW WORLDS Season 4, Episode 8, “Orders of Magnitude.” This activation is part of a wider UK partnership between Samsung and “Star Trek”, celebrating the franchise’s 60th anniversary. It also spotlights Paramount+ as the Home of “Star Trek”. The activity spans out-of-home, Paramount+ sponsorship, retail, social and more.

Star Trek Under the Stars Screening in Los Angeles

On Sept. 8, fans can attend a free outdoor screening of STAR TREK: THE ORIGINAL SERIES episode “The Man Trap” and an advance screening of STAR TREK: STRANGE NEW WORLDS episode “Orders of Magnitude” at the Autry Museum. The event features talent appearances, food trucks and giveaways. Furthermore, fans can register for free tickets.

Gene Roddenberry Star on Hollywood Boulevard Restoration

The Roddenberry family, the Hollywood Historic Trust, and the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce will partner to celebrate a restored “Star” plaque for creator Gene Roddenberry. The plaque was first introduced in 1985, right on Hollywood Boulevard.

Movie Park Germany Celebration

Movie Park Germany will host a Sept. 8 Star Trek Day event featuring live entertainment, fan activities, cosplay, special guests, and participation in the global Vulcan Salute attempt, and experience the park’s themed attraction, plus a props and costumes exhibit.

STAR TREK PRODUCT LAUNCHES

The Royal Mint & Agoro – Star Trek 60th Anniversary Coins

The Royal Mint is launching two collectible 50p coins to celebrate the global phenomenon and its intergalactic legacy on Sept 3. Agoro will also be recognizing the iconic series with a 5g 999 pure silver/gold foil blind box on September 18th.

LEGO Icons Star Trek U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701 Bridge Set

The LEGO Group and Paramount Products & Experiences will release the LEGO Icons Star Trek: U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701 Bridge (11385) on Tuesday, Sept. 1. The 1,701-piece collector’s set recreates the original series bridge and transporter room and includes eight Starfleet minifigures. It is available for pre-order now via LEGO Stores/Star-Trek and LEGO.com.

Magic: The Gathering x Star Trek

Launching Nov. 13, a dedicated Magic: The Gathering set will bring the iconic characters and elements from across the franchise to tabletop gaming audiences worldwide.

Star Trek Timelines

DK Publishing’s Star Trek Timelines, releasing Nov. 17, explores key events, alternate realities, and character journeys from across the franchise.

Original Saurian Brandy

Star Trek Spirits has unveiled the first officially realized Original Saurian Brandy, inspired by the iconic bottle first seen in the 1966 episode “The Man Trap.”

STAR TREK RETURNS TO THEATERS NATIONWIDE

More than 750 theaters across the U.S. will screen restored 4K presentations of classic Star Trek films paired with episodes of STAR TREK: THE ORIGINAL SERIES. These will make their theatrical debut from September 4-8. Additionally, fans attending will have the first opportunity to purchase limited-edition Star Trek “Enterprise” popcorn vessels and commemorative drink cups at participating theaters, while supplies last.

STAR TREK PARTNERSHIPS

European Space Agency Takes Star Trek Into Orbit

ESA astronaut Sophie Adenot will wear the Captain’s Delta badge from STAR TREK: STRANGE NEW WORLDS aboard the International Space Station. There will be special content from orbit premiering Sept. 8.

DarkSky International Champion Exploration

Star Trek is partnering with DarkSky International to encourage fans to explore, protect and appreciate night skies and natural landscapes for future generations. For more information, visit HERE.

National Park Foundation: Going Boldly, Exploring Other Worldly Parks

Through Sept. 8, Star Trek and the National Park Foundation are celebrating the franchise’s 60th anniversary with digital content encouraging fans to explore national parks, dark skies, and places that inspire discovery.

STAR TREK TELEVISION PROGRAMMING

Sept. 7 | ENTERTAINMENT TONIGHT: ET VAULT UNLOCKED Star Trek Special

ENTERTAINMENT TONIGHT airs a special ET VAULT UNLOCKED episode featuring interviews with Gene Roddenberry and cast members from across the franchise. It will include archival behind-the-scenes footage from the television series and films.

Sept. 8 | THE PRICE IS RIGHT & LET’S MAKE A DEAL Star Trek Specials

THE PRICE IS RIGHT and LET’S MAKE A DEAL celebrate the franchise with themed surprises and special guests. These include STAR TREK: STRANGE NEW WORLDS stars Rebecca Romijn and Ethan Peck. Episodes air on CBS and stream on Paramount+.

Sept. 8 | STAR TREK: SCOUTS Season 2 Premiere

Season 2 of STAR TREK: SCOUTS launches on YouTube, continuing the adventures of JR, Sprocket and Roo as they train to become Starfleet Explorers.

Sept. 8 | THE BIG BANG THEORY Star Trek Day Marathon

Nick at Nite presents a marathon of THE BIG BANG THEORY’s most memorable Star Trek-themed episodes from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. ET/PT, featuring convention adventures, character tributes, and guest stars from the franchise.

Sept. 24 | STAR TREK: STRANGE NEW WORLDS Season 4 Finale

STAR TREK: STRANGE NEW WORLDS concludes its fourth season on Paramount+, with the series set to return for its fifth and final season in 2027.

STAR TREK AWARDS & PANELS

Broadcasting+Cable Hall of Fame Honor

In recognition of six decades of groundbreaking storytelling and cultural influence, Star Trek will receive the Franchise of the Year Award at the 2026 Broadcasting+Cable Hall of Fame ceremony in New York City on Sept. 29.

New York Comic Con Panel

On Oct. 10, the Star Trek Universe panel at New York Comic Con will feature a preview of STAR TREK: STARFLEET ACADEMY, a discussion of its second season, and appearances by surprise guests celebrating the franchise’s 60th anniversary.

ABOUT THE FRANCHISE

In the 60 years since the legendary creator Gene Roddenberry introduced the world to a Star Trek universe where “Infinite Diversity in Infinite Combinations” remains its proud legacy, the series has continued to break barriers – inspiring generations of fans with a celebration of cultural diversity and inclusion, scientific exploration, and the pursuit of uncharted frontiers. Today, the canon continues to thrive through film, television, animation, games, publishing, podcasts, experiences, and children’s programming. Available in over 190 countries worldwide, the franchise of 11 TV series, 14 films, and over 900 episodes has been a mainstay in generating stories that are both exciting and thought-provoking, as well as vastly contributing to the pop culture lexicon throughout the years.

Be sure to follow @StarTrek on social media for all things across the franchise. The Star Trek series, including Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, Star Trek: Discovery, Star Trek: Picard, and the newest series Star Trek: Starfleet Academy, original movie Star Trek: Section 31 and the animated series Star Trek: Lower Decks on Paramount+, are produced by CBS Studios in association with Secret Hideout and Roddenberry Entertainment. Executive producer Alex Kurtzman oversees the Star Trek universe across all platforms. For more information on where to watch Star Trek, visit StarTrek.com/Where-To-Watch.

For full details of all Star Trek 60th events, activations, and partnerships, please visit StarTrek.com.

 

 

 

 

 

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