When did Starbucks star market start? Starbucks starlight market started at 197 1. According to the inquiry of Starbucks official website, Starbucks Starlight Market started at 197 1 and is headquartered in Seattle, Washington, USA. Starbucks is committed to ethically purchasing and baking high-quality Arabica coffee in the world. It is the world's leading professional coffee roaster and retailer with more than 32,000 stores in 82 markets around the world.