A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket is set to launch from Florida’s Space Coast, carrying Starlink satellites into low-Earth orbit on Wednesday, May 28, 2025. This launch promises to be a spectacular event visible across several Florida coastal areas, weather permitting.
When and Where is the SpaceX Falcon 9 Launch?
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Launch Date: Wednesday, May 28, 2025
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Launch Window: Starting at 9:30 a.m. Eastern Time
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Launch Site: To Be Announced (from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station or Kennedy Space Center)
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Mission: Deploying Starlink internet satellites into low-Earth orbit
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Flight Path: Southeast trajectory
How to Watch the Launch Live
You can follow live coverage starting 90 minutes before liftoff at Floridatoday.com/space. The USA TODAY Network’s Space Team will provide real-time updates, a countdown clock, and expert commentary.
Download the free FLORIDA TODAY app from the App Store or Google Play, or watch via a browser for mobile-friendly access.
Best Viewing Locations Along Florida’s Space Coast
If you want to watch the launch in person, here are some top recommended spots across Indian River, St. Lucie, and Martin counties, where the rocket’s bright trail may be visible:
Indian River County
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Sebastian Inlet State Park (Melbourne Beach, entry fee applies)
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Wabasso Beach Park (Wabasso, free parking)
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Ambersands Beach Park (Vero Beach, free parking)
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South Beach Park (Vero Beach, free parking)
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Merrill Barber Bridge (Vero Beach)
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Alma Lee Loy Bridge (Vero Beach)
St. Lucie County
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Fort Pierce Inlet State Park (Fort Pierce)
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Blind Creek Beachside North & South (Fort Pierce)
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Blue Heron Beach (Fort Pierce)
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Frederick Douglass Memorial Park (Fort Pierce)
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Dollman Park Beachside (Jensen Beach)
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Herman’s Bay Beach (Jensen Beach)
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John Brooks Park Beachside (Fort Pierce)
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Middle Cove Beach (Fort Pierce)
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Normandy Beach (Jensen Beach)
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Pepper Park Beachside (Fort Pierce)
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Walton Rocks Beach (Jensen Beach, dog park)
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Waveland Beach (Jensen Beach)
Martin County
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State Road A1A Causeway (Stuart)
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House of Refuge and Beach (Stuart)
Why Watch a SpaceX Launch?
Rockets launching at dawn or dusk offer incredible visual displays as the rocket’s bright flame and vapor trail illuminate the sky. Many space enthusiasts and photographers use these opportunities to capture breathtaking images.
