Artemis II Launch: Crowds gather at Space View Park hours before liftoff
Visitors traveled from all over to see the historic Artemis II launch from Space View Park. FOX 35's Baileigh Bockover spoke with a family who are excited to see the rocket blast into space.
Visitors traveled from all over to see the historic Artemis II launch from Space View Park. FOX 35's Baileigh Bockover spoke with a family who are excited to see the rocket blast into space.
Artemis II weather forecast: Where can you spot the launch
The greatest threat to an April 1 Artemis launch is the rain, which should be clearing up hours before the launch window opens. The showers should push further inland closer to the launch time. If the launch is scrubbed, weather on Thursday look less favorable.
The greatest threat to an April 1 Artemis launch is the rain, which should be clearing up hours before the launch window opens. The showers should push further inland closer to the launch time. If the launch is scrubbed, weather on Thursday look less favorable.
Countdown to Artemis II launch | Viewers at Jetty Park
People camped out a Jetty Park in anticipation of seeing the Artemis II launch on April 1, booked a site a year in advance. Campers described the event as a mix of excitement and nervousness.
People camped out a Jetty Park in anticipation of seeing the Artemis II launch on April 1, booked a site a year in advance. Campers described the event as a mix of excitement and nervousness.
Countdown to Artemis II launch: Viewers at Space View Park
Hundreds of viewers set up at Space View Park on April 1, ahead of the Artemis II launch. FOX 35's Marley Capper spoke with some out of town visitors about expected historic launch.
Hundreds of viewers set up at Space View Park on April 1, ahead of the Artemis II launch. FOX 35's Marley Capper spoke with some out of town visitors about expected historic launch.
Countdown to Artemis II launch | 'Rocket is in good shape'
Dr. Ken Kremer from Space UpClose spoke with FOX 35's Garrett Wymer about the previous hydrogen leaks regarding Artemis II. Kremer reported that NASA is testing the hardware and software ahead of the launch set for 6:30 p.m., April 1. "That's all fixed now. Everything is looking really great," Kremer said.
Dr. Ken Kremer from Space UpClose spoke with FOX 35's Garrett Wymer about the previous hydrogen leaks regarding Artemis II. Kremer reported that NASA is testing the hardware and software ahead of the launch set for 6:30 p.m., April 1. "That's all fixed now. Everything is looking really great," Kremer said.
Artemis II viewing: Jetty Park day passes sold out for historic launch
The countdown is underway for a historic return to deep space, with NASA targeting a Wednesday evening launch of the Artemis II mission from Florida’s Space Coast.
The countdown is underway for a historic return to deep space, with NASA targeting a Wednesday evening launch of the Artemis II mission from Florida’s Space Coast.
Artemis II: Space Coast swamped as hundreds of thousands arrive for historic launch
Global attention turns to Florida’s Space Coast this week as hundreds of thousands of visitors arrive in Central Florida.
Global attention turns to Florida’s Space Coast this week as hundreds of thousands of visitors arrive in Central Florida.
Artemis II bingo: Download your scorecard
Looking for a fun way to follow the Artemis II mission from launch to splashdown? How about through a game of bingo?
Looking for a fun way to follow the Artemis II mission from launch to splashdown? How about through a game of bingo?
When will Artemis II launch? Favorable weather for April 1 historic moon mission
Weather conditions are favorable for the evening of April 1 launch. Meteorologists at Patrick Space Force Base currently give the mission an 80% chance of “go" – meaning only a 20% risk of weather violations during the window.
Weather conditions are favorable for the evening of April 1 launch. Meteorologists at Patrick Space Force Base currently give the mission an 80% chance of “go" – meaning only a 20% risk of weather violations during the window.
Artemis II: Meet 'Rise,' the zero gravity indicator, designed by California second-grader
A second-grade student from California has designed the mascot that will join NASA's Artemis II mission to the moon -- known as the zero gravity indicator.
A second-grade student from California has designed the mascot that will join NASA's Artemis II mission to the moon -- known as the zero gravity indicator.
Artemis II: What do the astronauts eat in space? Here's the menu
Astronauts need to eat too, and NASA released what will be on the menu as the Artemis II crew traverses space for their 10-day flyby mission to the moon.
Astronauts need to eat too, and NASA released what will be on the menu as the Artemis II crew traverses space for their 10-day flyby mission to the moon.
Artemis II: NASA gears up for historic moon mission
NASA is making final preparations for the historic Artemis II mission, its first crewed lunar mission in more than 50 years.
NASA is making final preparations for the historic Artemis II mission, its first crewed lunar mission in more than 50 years.
Artemis II: Meet the astronauts headed to the moon and back
Artemis II will be the first crewed mission to the moon in more than 50 years.
Artemis II will be the first crewed mission to the moon in more than 50 years.
NASA Artemis II: Rocket arrives at Kennedy Space Center launch pad
The Artemis II rocket and spacecraft completed the 4-mile trek to the launch pad at Kennedy Space Center on Friday morning, March 20, 2026.
The Artemis II rocket and spacecraft completed the 4-mile trek to the launch pad at Kennedy Space Center on Friday morning, March 20, 2026.
Artemis II: What is the mission?
NASA’s Artemis II mission, the first crewed lunar mission in more than 50 years, is scheduled to launch in February and will send four astronauts on a flyby around the moon.
NASA’s Artemis II mission, the first crewed lunar mission in more than 50 years, is scheduled to launch in February and will send four astronauts on a flyby around the moon.
NASA announces changes to Artemis program amid Artemis II delays
NASA is making major changes to its Artemis program amid ongoing delays with the Artemis II mission.
NASA is making major changes to its Artemis program amid ongoing delays with the Artemis II mission.
NASA delays Artemis II rollback due to weather; launch date still unknown
NASA has delayed a rollback of its Artemis II rocket from a launch pad at Kennedy Space Center due to cold weather in Florida.
NASA has delayed a rollback of its Artemis II rocket from a launch pad at Kennedy Space Center due to cold weather in Florida.
Artemis II: Second wet dress rehearsal completed at Kennedy Space Center
NASA completed a second crucial test on Thursday night as it prepares to launch the historic Artemis II mission that will send astronauts on a trip around the moon.
NASA completed a second crucial test on Thursday night as it prepares to launch the historic Artemis II mission that will send astronauts on a trip around the moon.
Artemis II: NASA targets Feb. 19 for second moon mission fueling rehearsal
NASA is preparing for a critical fueling test this week as it moves closer to launching its Artemis II mission around the moon.
NASA is preparing for a critical fueling test this week as it moves closer to launching its Artemis II mission around the moon.
NASA Artemis II rocket launch test: Watch live feed
All eyes are on NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida, where the SLS (Space Launch System) rocket and Orion spacecraft are staged on the launch pad ahead of the Artemis II mission.
All eyes are on NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida, where the SLS (Space Launch System) rocket and Orion spacecraft are staged on the launch pad ahead of the Artemis II mission.