NASA Invites Media to Attend Crewed Artemis II Moon Mission Launch
NASA is gearing up for an exciting milestone in space exploration with the upcoming Artemis II mission, which is set to launch in early 2026. This mission will mark the first crewed flight under the Artemis program, aimed at returning humans to the Moon and eventually paving the way for future crewed missions to Mars. The Artemis II mission will feature a diverse crew of astronauts: NASA’s Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and Canadian Space Agency’s Jeremy Hansen. Together, they will embark on a ten-day journey around the Moon aboard the Orion spacecraft, launched by NASA’s powerful Space Launch System (SLS) rocket. The mission’s primary goal is to validate the systems and hardware necessary for human deep space exploration, ensuring that everything functions smoothly for future lunar landings and missions beyond.
Media accreditation for the Artemis II launch is now open, inviting journalists from around the world to cover this historic event. U.S. media must submit their applications by December 8, while international media have until November 30 to apply. Those accredited will have the opportunity to attend pre-launch events, including the rollout of the integrated rocket and spacecraft, providing a behind-the-scenes look at the preparations for this groundbreaking mission. With a high level of interest anticipated, NASA is encouraging media representatives to secure their spots early, as space for launch activities is limited. For more information about the Artemis II mission and to stay updated on launch details, interested parties can visit NASA’s official page dedicated to the mission.
The Artemis program represents a new era of exploration, often referred to as a “Golden Age” of innovation, as it aims not only to return humans to the lunar surface but also to lay the groundwork for future exploration of Mars. As NASA continues to push the boundaries of space travel, missions like Artemis II are crucial in testing technologies and systems that will support long-duration human spaceflight. This mission will not only inspire a new generation of explorers but also foster international collaboration in space science and exploration, as evidenced by the participation of the Canadian Space Agency in this historic journey.
The Artemis I SLS (Space Launch System) rocket and Orion spacecraft atop the mobile launcher at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida with a full Moon in the background on June 14, 2022.
Credit: NASA/Cory Huston
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Media accreditation is open for the launch of the first crewed Moon mission under NASA’s Artemis campaign.
Targeted to launch in early 2026, the Artemis II test flight will send NASA astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and CSA (Canadian Space Agency) astronaut Jeremy Hansen on an approximately 10-day journey around the Moon and back.
The crew will lift off from the agency’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida inside NASA’s Orion spacecraft on the agency’s powerful (SLS) Space Launch System rocket to help confirm the systems and hardware needed for human deep space exploration.
International media without U.S. citizenship must apply to view the launch by Sunday, Nov. 30. U.S. media must apply by Monday, Dec. 8. Journalists who already have annual badges to NASA Kennedy also must apply. Those who are accredited to attend the Artemis II launch also will be accredited to attend pre-launch events, including rollout of the integrated rocket and spacecraft several weeks before launch. Additional details about launch dates will be provided later.
Media may submit accreditation requests online at:
https://media.ksc.nasa.gov
Due to high interest, space is limited to attend launch activities. Credentialed media will receive a confirmation email upon approval, along with additional information about pre-launch and launch activities. NASA’sÂ
media accreditation policy
 is available online. For questions about accreditation, please email:Â
ksc-media-accreditat@mail.nasa.gov
. For other questions, please contact the NASA Kennedy newsroom at: 321-867-2468.
As part of a Golden Age of innovation and exploration, Artemis will pave the way for new U.S.-crewed missions on the lunar surface in preparation toward the first crewed mission to Mars.
To learn more about the Artemis II mission, visit:
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Rachel Kraft
Headquarters, Washington
202-358-1100
rachel.h.kraft@nasa.gov
Tiffany Fairley
Kennedy Space Center, Fla.
321-867-2468
tiffany.l.fairley@nasa.gov
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Nov 17, 2025
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