When is the next Starship launch?

Flight 14 is on the public launch calendar targeting September 2026. No launch-day road closures have been filed yet — when they are, that's the strongest signal the date is real, and our subscribers get the alert.

Live from our tracker · last updated 2026-08-31 05:16 UTC · updates every 5 minutes

Corroborating signals we're seeing

How this page knows

This isn't a news article that goes stale — it's the public face of a tracking engine that polls the launch schedule, the City of Starbase closure filings, FAA airspace restrictions, Coast Guard marine notices, and FCC filings around the clock. When the sources agree a launch attempt is real, our subscribers get one alert: it's time to book.

Common questions

When is the next Starship launch?

Flight 14 is currently targeting September 2026 from Starbase, Texas. Dates firm up when road closures are filed, typically days before the attempt.

Where can I watch a Starship launch in person?

South Padre Island, Texas — about 5.5 miles across the water from the pad. Isla Blanca Park, south-facing hotel balconies, and launch-viewing boat charters are the main options.

When should I book a hotel?

The moment launch-day road closures are filed that match the schedule — usually 3-7 days before the attempt. That is exactly what our free alert tells you, with dates and hotel links included.

Do launches get delayed?

Constantly — scrubs and slips are normal. Book refundable rates, cover the backup days, and subscribe for delay alerts.

Planning the trip? Start with our complete viewing guide, the launch-view hotel guide, and boat tour options.