Star Trek is marking its 60th anniversary this September with a series of global celebrations, underscoring the franchise's enduring cultural influence since it first aired in 1966. The events include theatrical screenings pairing classic Star Trek films with related episodes, alongside pop-ups and screenings worldwide, highlighting how the series continues to resonate with audiences across generations.

Among the anniversary activities is a pairing of Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan with the original series episode "Space Seed," which sets up the film's story, and an attempt at London's Science Museum to set a Guinness World Record for the most Vulcan salutes performed simultaneously. The article also notes Star Trek's broader legacy, from its many spin-off series—including The Next Generation, Deep Space Nine and Discovery—to its influence on other shows and films such as The Big Bang Theory, Battlestar Galactica, Futurama and Galaxy Quest, as well as its current instalments, Strange New Worlds and Starfleet Academy.