NASA's Risky Spacewalks: What Happens Next Will Shock You!

Get ready for some cosmic action! NASA is gearing up for a pair of spacewalks this month, and you're invited to watch. The first is slated for Thursday, January 8th, and the second on Thursday, January 15th. Both will be streamed live, so you can witness the amazing feats of our astronauts firsthand.

NASA's Risky Spacewalks: What Happens Next Will Sh...

Spacewalk 94 kicks things off bright and early on January 8th. Coverage starts at 6:30 a.m. EST, with the actual spacewalk commencing at 8 a.m. EST. Expect about six and a half hours of incredible work as astronauts Mike Fincke and Zena Cardman venture outside the International Space Station. They'll be prepping the 2A power channel for some serious upgrades – the future installation of those new International Space Station Roll-Out Solar Arrays. Think of it as setting the stage for even more power for the ISS, which, crucially, will help with its eventual and safe deorbit. It’s pretty amazing when you think about it, isn’t it? Planning even for the end of a massive project like the ISS.

Now, here’s a fun way to tell the astronauts apart: Fincke will be sporting a suit with red stripes (designated crew member 1), while Cardman's suit will be unmarked (crew member 2). And get this – this will be Cardman's very first Spacewalk! Talk about an unforgettable experience. For Fincke, however, it's old hat – this will be his tenth, putting him in a tie for the most spacewalks ever performed by a NASA astronaut. Incredible!

Fast forward a week, and we’re back for Spacewalk 95 on January 15th. Coverage starts earlier this time, at 5:40 a.m. EST, with the spacewalk itself kicking off at 7:10 a.m. EST. Again, it’s expected to last around six and a half hours. This time, two other NASA astronauts (whose names will be announced after the first spacewalk) will be tackling a different set of tasks. They’ll be replacing a high-definition camera (essential for those amazing views!), installing a new navigational aid for spacecraft, and relocating some important hoses. All in a day's work, right?

These spacewalks, officially numbered 278 and 279, are all part of the ongoing efforts to keep the ISS running smoothly and up-to-date. It’s a testament to the dedication and ingenuity of the teams involved. Plus, they're the first two ISS spacewalks of 2026, marking a new chapter for Expedition 74. You can catch all the action on NASA+, Amazon Prime, and NASA’s YouTube channel – so mark your calendars and get ready to be amazed by the wonders of space exploration. I know I will be!