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Join the global celebration of space exploration and human achievement on Yuri's Night - a party that is out of this world!
Get ready to celebrate Yuri's Night on April 12 and commemorate the first human spaceflight by Soviet cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin! This day is not only a celebration of this historic event, but also a global festival that promotes space exploration and education. It was first celebrated in 2001 and has since been recognized by NASA and other space organizations around the world. From parties to concerts to educational events, there are endless ways to join in on the fun and honor humanity's achievements in space. So let's all come together as one community under the stars and celebrate Yuri's Night with enthusiasm and wonder!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1961</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Yuri Gagarin's Space Flight</div><div class='timeline-text'>Yuri Gagarin, a Soviet cosmonaut, becomes the first human to journey into outer space, orbiting Earth once during a 108-minute flight.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1981</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Space Shuttle Launch</div><div class='timeline-text'>NASA's space shuttle Columbia, also known as STS-1, is launched on the 20th anniversary of Yuri Gagarin's space flight, marking the first orbital spaceflight of NASA's Space Shuttle program.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2001</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Yuri's Night Celebration</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first Yuri's Night is celebrated, marking the 40th anniversary of Yuri Gagarin's historic journey into space.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2011</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Largest Global Celebration</div><div class='timeline-text'>Yuri's Night celebrations reach a peak with over 100,000 participants from seven continents celebrating the 50th anniversary of human spaceflight.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Yuri's Night During Pandemic</div><div class='timeline-text'>Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, Yuri's Night celebrations continue virtually with live-streams and online events, demonstrating the resilience and unity of space enthusiasts worldwide.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a space-themed party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Celebrate Yuri's Night by throwing a space-themed party! Encourage guests to dress up as their favorite space-themed characters and serve cosmic-themed snacks and drinks.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Watch a space documentary or movie</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather some friends and watch a space documentary or movie. This is a great way to learn more about space exploration and celebrate Yuri's Night at the same time.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a local Yuri's Night event</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Check online for any local events celebrating Yuri's Night in your area. These events may include stargazing, lectures, or other space-related activities.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a DIY space craft</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get creative and make your own space-themed craft! This could be anything from a paper mache model of a rocket to a homemade telescope.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Share space facts on social media</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Spread the love for space and Yuri's Night by sharing interesting facts and photos on social media. Use #YurisNight to connect with others celebrating around the world!</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a celebration of humanity's achievements in space exploration</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Yuri's Night marks the anniversary of the first human spaceflight by Yuri Gagarin in 1961. It is a day to honor all of the incredible accomplishments that have been made in space travel and technology, and to celebrate the brave individuals who have traveled beyond our atmosphere.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It brings people together through a shared passion for space exploration</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Yuri's Night events are held all over the world and bring together people from all walks of life who share a love for space exploration. It's a chance to connect with others who are passionate about science, technology, and innovation, and to learn more about current and future developments in these areas.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It promotes education and awareness about space-related issues</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Yuri's Night is not just a party - it is also an opportunity to educate and raise awareness about important space-related issues, such as the need for continued funding and support of space exploration. By celebrating Yuri's Night, we can inspire future generations to continue pushing the boundaries of what is possible in outer space.</p></div></div>
Yuri's Night is celebrated on April 12 every year. In 2024 Yuri's Night will occur on a Friday.
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