Tickets now available: SpaceX Falcon 9 Crew-7 launch viewing.

Written by Kristen Schmutz

Belden Communications News

Mark your calendars for August 25, 2023, at 3:49 a.m., for an unforgettable space launch experience from Apollo/Saturn V Center at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex as the Falcon 9 Crew-7 heads to the International Space Station.

According to a release, launching from Launch Complex 39A at Kennedy Space Center, the mission coincides with ongoing activities aboard the International Space Station, including operations with other crew and cargo spacecraft. The Dragon spacecraft, named Endurance, will carry a team of seasoned astronauts from various space agencies.

NASA astronaut and mission commander, Jasmin Moghbeli, will lead the mission with ESA (European Space Agency) astronaut and pilot Andreas Mogensen. Joining them are JAXA (Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency) astronaut Satoshi Furukawa and Roscosmos cosmonaut Konstantin Borisov as mission specialists. Together, this diverse and skilled team is all set to embark on their space journey.

As part of the Feel the Heat launch viewing package, ticket holders will have the unique opportunity to witness the awe-inspiring launch and enjoy two-day admission to the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex (with the second use valid within 30 days after the launch), a commemorative launch card, badge, and lanyard as souvenirs. Attendees will also receive a premium souvenir and a complimentary meal to savor while experiencing the excitement of the launch.

For those eager to gain deeper insights into the mission, the package offers access to a launch video and audio feed, complete with commentary from a space-expert communicator. Additionally, attendees will be transported in style through NASA's gates to the Apollo/Saturn V Center via comfortable bus transportation.

To capture the memories of this extraordinary event, guests will receive a digital photo as a memento of their space adventure.

Spaces for the Feel the Heat Viewing Packages are limited and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. To secure a spot and not miss this once-in-a-lifetime experience, book your packages through the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex website at www.kennedyspacecenter.com or by calling 855-737-5235.