Today we celebrate 59 years of Star Trek. But that means even bigger things are coming in 2026 as the franchise prepares to celebrate 60 years of traversing the galaxy. Today Paramount and CBS Studios have begun to announce celebrations which will officially begin in January 2026. The 60th anniversary celebrates “Space for Everybody,” extending an open invitation to celebrate the future that the franchise aspires to – a future of HOPE, a future of EXPLORATION and a future where we rise to the challenge to BE BOLD.
With new notable brand partnerships, series premiere’s and memorable moments, we’re taking a look at just some of what fans can expect…
“Star Trek” and the Lego Group Tease Exciting New Partnership
After much anticipation, the LEGO Group has today begun teasing the release of its first ever Star Trek product. The LEGO Group and “Star Trek” have strong shared values of imagination, exploration and building a better tomorrow, making this an ideal partnership for fans of all ages. More details will be revealed soon, with a first look teaser video available to watch in the player below:
“Star Trek” Float at Rose Parade®
“Star Trek” will kick off the yearlong celebrations on Jan. 1 with a customized float at the Rose Parade®, the annual New Year’s Day tradition in Pasadena, Calif. The spectacular event, which features elaborate flower-covered floats, spirited marching bands and more all traveling along a multi-mile route, is attended by thousands and streamed by millions internationally, as it is then followed by the popular college football Rose Bowl Game. “Star Trek’s” innovative float design will reflect values of hope, inclusivity, exploration and unity, and will spotlight the upcoming new series Star Trek: Starfleet Academy while honouring 60 years of the franchise.
More Star Trek Coming to Paramount+
The highly anticipated Star Trek: Starfleet Academy is set to launch in early 2026. The series introduces viewers to a young group of cadets who come together to pursue a common dream of hope and optimism. Under the watchful and demanding eyes of their instructors, they discover what it takes to become Starfleet officers as they navigate blossoming friendships, explosive rivalries, first loves and a new enemy that threatens both the Academy and the Federation itself. Academy Award winner Holly Hunter stars as the Chancellor of the Starfleet Academy and the Captain of the U.S.S. Athena, with Academy Award nominee Paul Giamatti recurring as the season’s villain.
Critically acclaimed Star Trek: Strange New Worlds wraps up this week with an exciting season three finale episode onThursday, Sept. 11, streaming on Paramount+, and fans can expect more thrilling adventures with the crew of the U.S.S. Enterprisewith the upcoming seasons four and five.
DoSomething x “Boldly Go Green”
Star Trek will partner with DoSomething, the national hub for youth-centred leadership and service, to boldly go into 2026 with “Boldly Go Green,” a new campaign centred around making an environmental impact in multiple locations in celebration of Starfleet Academy and “Star Trek’s” 60th anniversary.
“Star Trek” Digital Comics with Webtoon
“Star Trek” will enter the digital comic space with WEBTOON in 2026, engaging their audience of approximately 155 million monthly active users across 150+ countries, connecting with new audiences by launching original stories that touch on universal genres and themes based in the world of “Star Trek.”
All-New Original STAR TREK: SCOUTS Launches on YouTube Today
Launching today is STAR TREK: SCOUTS, a brand-new, original animated YouTube-first series that marks the first preschool extension of the “Star Trek” franchise. Developed and produced by Nickelodeon Digital Studio in association with CBS Studios, STAR TREK: SCOUTS follows three 8-year-old friends, JR, Sprocket and Roo, as they train to become future Starfleet Explorers by going on epic, out-of-this-world missions that push them to “discover, grow and boldly go!” Two episodes of the short-form series (3-4 min each) are available now on Nickelodeon’s Blaze and the Monster Machines YouTube channel, with the remainder of the 20-episode order continuing to roll out into next year. Watch the series trailer in the player below:
All-New Scripted Podcast STAR TREK: KHAN Launches Today
STAR TREK: KHAN, an all-new scripted podcast expanding the “Star Trek” universe, launches today, Sept. 8. STAR TREK: KHANexplores the untold events on Ceti Alpha V, chronicling Khan’s descent from a superhuman visionary into the vengeful villain seen in STAR TREK II: THE WRATH OF KHAN. Naveen Andrews (“Lost”) voices the iconic role of Khan Noonien Singh, and is joined by a stellar cast, including Wrenn Schmidt (“For All Mankind”) as Lieutenant Marla McGivers, Sonya Cassidy (“Reacher”) as Dr. Rosalind Lear, with “Star Trek” veteran Tim Russ (STAR TREK: VOYAGER) reprising his role as Ensign Tuvok and the legendary George Takei (STAR TREK) as Captain Sulu. New episodes will be available weekly on Mondays through Nov. 3, streaming on all major podcast platforms, and the official Star Trek YouTube channel.
Star Trek: The Cruise Sets Sail in 2026
Star Trek: The Cruise will set sail Feb. 20-27, 2026, offering fans a week filled with once-in-a-lifetime experiences in celebration of the franchise’s 60th anniversary. Joining the voyage are legacy STAR TREK actors William Shatner and Walter Koenig, along with more than 20 actors from across the “Star Trek” universe, who will commemorate the milestone alongside fans with special events and activities honoring six decades of “Star Trek’s” iconic shows and films. Click HERE for the full list of talent joining the next voyage in 2026.
Brand-New Star Trek 60 Website
“Star Trek” will also launch the official anniversary website – StarTrek.com/60 – the home for the yearlong celebration. The site will provide a look at the calendar of activities including exciting new partnerships, events and opportunities for fan participation. Fans can now visit the website and sign up to be among the first to learn about special events, new merchandise and more. The Star Trek Shop is celebrating with 25% off sitewide from Sept. 8-12, with special discount code STARTREKDAY25.
