Join The Museum of Flight, representatives from the local aerospace community, and fellow Seattle space fans to celebrate the live launch* of Artemis II, NASA's first crewed mission around the Moon in over 50 years. Four astronauts will venture around the Moon as the next step to establishing a long-term presence at the Moon for science and exploration through Artemis. The 10-day flight will test NASA's foundational human deep space exploration capabilities, the SLS rocket, Orion spacecraft, for the first time with astronauts.

Your Ticket includes: 

  • Live broadcast of the Artemis II Launch 
  • An official Artemis II Mission Sticker
  • Remarks from the local space community 
  • Space experts on hand to answer your Artemis II questions

We hope you'll join us for this momentous occasion! 

Note: This event is planned to align with NASA’s launch; date and time are subject to change and is out of the Museum's control. If the launch is postponed, please refer to the event’s FAQs at the bottom of this page.

Event Details:

Date: Friday, March 6, 2026*
Doors: 5:00 PM 

This event all ages; online registration is required.
*This event is planned to align with NASA’s launch; date and time are subject to change. If the launch is postponed, please refer to the event’s FAQs at the bottom of this page.


Tickets:

  • $15 – General Public
  • $10 – Museum Members

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FAQs

Is a live launch guaranteed? 
No. While launch opportunities for NASA’s Artemis II mission around the Moon opened in February, a decision will not be made on an attempt to launch until system checks are complete. As teams evaluate the rocket, spacecraft, ground systems, and crew, they will gain the information necessary to formalize a date in the available windows through April. Launch opportunities also depend on orbital mechanics; the Moon must be in just the right position for the mission’s planned trajectory. 

What happens if the launch is postponed?
If NASA and Artemis Flight Operations scrub the launch on March 6, a launch attempt will be made the following evening. Launch opportunities for NASA’s Artemis II mission around the Moon opened in February and will continue through April. 

What happens to my RSVP if the launch is postponed?
Registrations will automatically roll over to the next launch window’s date and time. Please watch your email for any correspondence from marketing@museumofflight.org. 

Is this event family-friendly?
Yes, this event is for space fans of all ages. 

Will I receive updates if plans change?
Yes, those who have registered will receive updates via email and on-site announcements when information becomes available. 

Will the Museum’s galleries be open during the launch party?
Because the event is subject to change, the gallery where the Watch Party takes place inside the Museum may change. We will share if exploration of exhibits will be available during the event in the Know Before You Go email.

Will there be astronauts present at the Watch Party?
As with the launch timing, details are subject to change. We are finalizing the guest list of aerospace representatives and will update this page as participants are confirmed.


Image: Artemis II crew poster virtual background. Courtesy of NASA.