Latest News on Astronomy and Sky Watching — Stargazing Calendar

What is Uranus? Learn facts about its size, rings, moons, rotation, and cold atmosphere. Also, explore Uranus’ upcoming events!

Learn how to see Starlink satellites in the sky from your location and get info on the upcoming Starlink launches.

What is that bright dot shining near the Moon tonight? Find out about stars and planets that can be seen next to our natural satellite this month!

Ready to spend 2025 staring at the sky instead of your phone? We've got all the astronomical events of the year in one place. Check out the dates and times for conjunctions, meteor showers, eclipses, supermoons, equinoxes, solstices, and more.

The next planetary alignment will take place in February 2026. Six planets — Jupiter, Uranus, Saturn, Neptune, Venus, and Mercury — will align in the evening sky. Find out how to see this unique event!

In August 2025, Venus is perfectly placed for observing and photography! Get to know the planet and learn about upcoming Venus events in this article.

See two planets side by side! Discover rare planetary events in 2025, including the elusive Mercury-Mars conjunction. Get dates, times, and viewing tips now!

Bright Jupiter is known for its enormous size, many moons, and mysterious Great Red Spot. Read our article to uncover all the secrets of the giant planet.

Learn exactly where and when to spot Venus, Jupiter, Saturn & more tonight with our step-by-step guide. No equipment required — perfect for city-dwellers and beginners!

How many rings does Saturn have? Where is Saturn tonight in the sky? Find answers to these and other most common questions about Saturn in our article.

Celebrate the 65th anniversary of Belka and Strelka’s historic flight — the first dogs in space to orbit Earth and return safely.

How big is Neptune? What is Neptune made of? Why is Neptune blue? Read our article and learn curious facts about the outermost planet in the Solar System.

Explore the Perseids: learn when it’s best to see them and get useful meteor-hunting tips. 🌠 Here’s everything you need to know about one of the most popular meteor showers of the year!

Explore the closest planet to the Sun! Find out how long a day on Mercury is and how many moons the planet has. Also, keep up with the upcoming Mercury events!

☄️ Could asteroid 2024 YR4 smash into the Moon in 2032? Scientists weigh in on the odds – and what might happen if it does. 🔭🌕

What is elongation, and what does it have to do with the planets’ visibility in the sky? Get familiar with the concept of elongation and learn how to choose the perfect time to observe the planets!

Discover the science of retrograde planets! Understand the mechanics of retrograde motion, its causes, and its significance in the study of astronomy and planetary behavior.

Here’s everything you need to know about Apophis, the massive asteroid once predicted to crush into the Earth. 😱 See if you should cancel your plans on April 13, 2029 (and later).

Explore the Leo constellation – its stars, mythology, zodiac meaning, and deep-sky wonders. Learn how to find Leo in the night sky.

The best time to view most planets is at the astronomical opposition. Find out what it means and when to see the upcoming oppositions.