NASA’s Artemis II has a launch window from February 6–11, with the exact date dependent on readiness, weather and technical reviews. The mission will send a four-person U.S. and Canadian crew — Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch and Jeremy Hansen — on the first crewed lunar flyby since Apollo 17 (1972). Watch live on NASA’s YouTube channel, the NASA+ app or via NASA’s social media; in-person options include events at the Kennedy Space Center, public viewing near Titusville and museum watch parties.
How to Watch NASA’s Historic Artemis II Lunar Flyby — Live Streams, In-Person Options, and What to Know
Artemis II is pictured on its pad ahead of a planned February launch. - Joel Kowsky/NASA
NASA is preparing for the historic Artemis II mission, with a launch window that could open as early as February 6 and remain open through February 11. The exact liftoff date will depend on mission readiness, weather, and prelaunch technical reviews — any of which can shift the schedule. Artemis II will send a four-person U.S. and Canadian crew on a crewed flight that will loop around the Moon and return to Earth, marking the first crewed lunar flyby since Apollo 17 in 1972.
Who’s Onboard
The Artemis II crew includes:
- Reid Wiseman — Mission Commander
- Victor Glover — Pilot
- Christina Koch — Mission Specialist
- Jeremy Hansen — Mission Specialist
Official Live Streams and Online Coverage
NASA will provide live coverage of Artemis II from the Kennedy Space Center. The easiest ways to follow the launch in real time are:
Artemis II is seen, against a blue sky. - Keegan Barber/NASA
- NASA’s official YouTube channel — full launch coverage and commentary.
- The NASA+ app and website — live streams, countdowns and mission analysis.
- NASA’s social channels (X/Twitter, Facebook, Instagram) for updates, clips and launch milestones.
Subscribe to NASA’s channels and enable notifications for the fastest updates on any scrubs or changes.
Watching In Person
If you want to see the launch live from Florida, consider these options:
- Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex — hosts paid special events and viewing packages. Sign up on the KSC website for ticket notifications and event details.
- Free Public Viewing Areas — many spectators gather in Titusville and other nearby locations; these areas are popular but can fill quickly on launch day.
- Local Restrictions — before you travel, check local rules, road closures, parking restrictions and any safety perimeters that may be in effect for the launch.
Community Events
Museums, planetariums and science centers often host watch parties and family events for major launches. Check with your local institutions to find group watch opportunities and educational programming tied to Artemis II.
Final Tips
Because the launch window spans several days and the exact liftoff time can change, plan for flexibility: monitor official NASA feeds, arrive early for in-person viewing, and bring safety gear (ear protection, water, sunscreen). Whether you watch online or in person, Artemis II is a milestone event — the first crewed lunar flyby in more than five decades.
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