May 17 | 7:30 a.m. | rocketcontest.org
The American Rocketry Challenge is the world’s largest student rocket competition. This year, National Finals will take place at Great Meadow in The Plains, where the top 100 student teams who have designed, built, and tested their rockets will compete for the title of National Champion. Enjoy a day of rocket launches, interactive exhibits, food, and more. Doors open at 7:30 a.m. and the general public can enter through gate 5.