Las Cruces to host watch parties for July 11 Virgin Galactic space launch LAS CRUCES, New Mexico -- To commemorate Virgin Galactic’s historic Unity 22 test flight from Spaceport America on July 11, the City of Las Cruces will host free, in-person watch parties featuring a live stream of the launch. The watch parties will be held at the Las Cruces City Hall Council Chambers, 700 N. Main, and the Rio Grande Theatre, 211 N. Main, both of which will open their doors starting at 6:30 a.m. Sunday. Both venues will feature light refreshments, with seating available on a first come, first-served basis. The live stream of the launch will fill the big screens at both locations starting at 7 a.m.