The Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope blog is NASA's hub for the mission's launch updates, where all are invited for behind-the-scenes looks on Roman's road to launch and beyond. This flagship mission’s vast, deep surveys will help astronomers explore dark matter, dark energy, exoplanets, and almost anything from our own solar system to galaxies at the edge of the observable universe. Follow along to join in on the excitement!
Elyna Niles-Carnes

A white SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket stands vertical on the black launch pad with a predawn sky in the background.
NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, encapsulated in the SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket’s fairing, stands vertical on the pad at Launch Complex 39A at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center on Saturday, Aug. 29, 2026.
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There are several key milestones during launch coverage of NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope.

NASA’s live broadcast covering the Roman mission begins at 6:20 a.m. EDT. Watch on NASA+ and a variety of platforms. Learn where to watch: www.nasa.gov/live.

Elyna Niles-Carnes
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