[May 17, 2013] Get lost in space Saturday at Virginia Air & Space Center's first Sci-Fi Fest Tweet May 17, 2013 (Daily Press (Newport News - McClatchy-Tribune Information Services via COMTEX) -- The arrival of a new "Star Trek" movie provided a launch pad for a new event at the Virginia Air & Space Center in Hampton. Sci-Fi Fest is a one-day gathering of the intergalactic clans that seeks to spotlight both cutting-edge science and way-out science fiction. For organizers, the new film "Star Trek Into Darkness" got the celestial wheels turning and the dilithium crystals glowing. "We're trying to show the science-fiction side of science," said Megan Steele, director of marketing and public relations for the center. "So there's going to be some cool stuff going on." Not exclusively a "Star Trek" celebration, the event will include serious science exhibits as well as participation from fan clubs, games and even a visit from cult film favorite Dr. Madblood. Relax and unwind at the Klingon Kasino. Fly a UFO drone through the museum, learn about NASA's future of space exploration with the Orion spacecraft. Other features will include a costume contest, a performance from the sci-fi comedy troupe Luna-C and demonstrations from the Menchville High School FIRST Robotics Team. On Saturday, anyone interested in the facts or the fantasy of space travel will want to set a course for downtown Hampton, warp factor 7. Want to go What: Sci-Fi Fest When: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, May 18 Where: Virginia Air & Space Center, 600 Settlers Landing Road, Hampton Tickets: Sci-Fi Fest is included in regular Virginia Air & Space Center admission of $11.50 for adults, $9.50 for children ages 3-18, $10.50 for seniors and military. Information: http://www.vasc.org Want to watch What: "Star Trek Into Darkness" in 3D IMAX When: Showtimes for Saturday, May 18 are noon, 2:50 p.m., 5:40 p.m., 8:30 p.m. and 11:15 p.m. Where: Riverside Theater at the Virginia Air & Space Center, 600 Settlers Landing Road, Hampton. Tickets: $10 adults, $8 children ages 3-18, $9 for seniors and military Information: http://www.startrekmovie.com ___ (c)2013 the Daily Press (Newport News, Va.) Visit the Daily Press (Newport News, Va.) at www.dailypress.com Distributed by MCT Information Services [ Back To TMCnet.com's Homepage ]