The upcoming Starship launch from Kennedy Space Center is expected to draw significant public interest, similar to past events like the May 2020 SpaceX Crew Dragon launch, which attracted around 220,000 spectators.

Experts project up to 120 Starship launches annually in Florida, which could create thousands of jobs and billions in infrastructure investments, with regulatory approvals in progress for up to 44 launches per year.

Local officials and community leaders in Brevard County support large-scale launch activities, citing the region's infrastructure and geographic advantages, while also advocating for a balance to protect community quality of life.

However, residents and businesses have raised concerns about environmental impacts, delays, and operational disruptions caused by the increased launch frequency, prompting calls for FAA reviews and more balanced regulations.

Tourism around launch sites like Cocoa Beach, Titusville, and Melbourne Beach significantly boosts the local economy, with visitors spending an average of $231 daily, especially during launch events.

While milestone missions like Artemis I and previous SpaceX launches have historically attracted hundreds of thousands of visitors, recent launches with higher frequency seem to generate less buzz.

Starship, a massive rocket over 400 feet tall that surpasses the size of the Saturn V moon rocket, is preparing for its launch window set for October 13, 2025, with ongoing construction of launch facilities at Kennedy Space Center and Cape Canaveral.