Latest News on Astronomy and Sky Watching — Stargazing Calendar

Never miss an exciting event in the night sky with the Star Walk space news — your online guide to the latest astronomy events and celestial bodies visible tonight. Find out how and when to observe meteor showers, solar and lunar eclipses, Starlink satellites, planetary events, comets, and more. Learn the astronomy terms, see stargazing forecasts for Northern and Southern Hemispheres, and get observation tips.

Neptune at opposition 2021

Neptune: The Farthest & Windiest Planet in the Solar System

~11 min

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.

Planetary Opposition

Planetary Opposition 2025: Best Time to See Planets

~7 min

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

Starlink composite

How to See Starlink Satellite Train 2025?

~7 min

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

How to see planets

How to See the Planets Tonight: Tips For Beginners (No Telescope Needed)

~10 min

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!

Moon illusion

The Moon Illusion: Why Is the Moon So Big Today?

~7 min

Have you ever seen the huge Moon floating behind the buildings? 🌕It’s likely not a Supermoon but a Moon illusion. Learn how our satellite plays with our brains!

Full Buck Moon

Full Buck Moon 2025: When Is the July Full Moon 2025 & What Is Its Meaning

~6 min

Stargazers, get ready! On July 10, 2025, we’ll see the Full Buck Moon! Learn how to observe it and why it has such a peculiar name.

Planetary Alignment in space

Planetary Alignments Explained: Don’t Miss the 6-Planet Parade on August 10, 2025

~11 min

The Large Planetary Alignment is coming! 6 planets will be visible in the mornings around August 10 — the Full Moon will complete the picture. Find out how to see the planets lining up in the sky.

Comets 2024

Comet Schedule: See the Next Bright Comet in October 2025

~6 min

Learn about the brightest comets observable from the Earth in 2025. Some of them might become easily visible through binoculars!

Was the Moon Landing Fake?

Was the Moon Landing Fake? Debunking 5 Common Myths

~6 min

Uncover the truth behind the conspiracy theories surrounding the 1969 Moon landing. Let’s face the facts and destroy the myths!

Antares

Antares: A Red Supergiant & Rival of Mars

~6 min

Discover Antares, the red supergiant star in Scorpius. Learn how to find it in the sky and when the star will meet the Moon and planets in 2025.

Facts About Mercury

All About Mercury, The Smallest Planet In The Solar System

~8 min

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!

Venus, the brightest planet

Venus Facts: Explore the Brightest Planet in The Sky

~13 min

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

Spica

Spica (Alpha Virginis): Brightest Star In Virgo

~5 min

Discover the brilliance of Spica, the sparkling gem in the constellation Virgo! Learn how to find the star, when to observe it, and what is special about it.

Regulus Star

Regulus – The Brightest Star in Leo

~6 min

Discover Regulus, the Little King star, one of the brightest and easiest to find. 🌟 Learn how to locate Regulus in the sky above you and see its celestial majesty with your own eyes!

Planets near the Moon

Bright “Star” Next to Moon: What Planet Is Near the Moon Tonight?

~8 min

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!

Planet Mars

Explore the Red Planet: All the Must-Know Facts About Mars

~12 min

Why is Mars red? What’s the gravity on Mars? Read this article to get answers to these and many other questions and learn more about the Red Planet.

Pleiades near Moon

The Pleiades: One of the Best Naked-Eye Deep-Sky Objects

~8 min

How many stars can be observed in the Pleiades star cluster? 💫 Most stargazers only see six – learn how to spot more!

Pluto

All About Pluto: Explore The Peculiar Dwarf Planet

~12 min

How far is Pluto from the Earth? Why isn’t Pluto a planet? Read this article to get answers to these and many other questions!

Retrograde motion of planets

Retrograde motion explained: what is retrograde motion in astronomy

~3 min

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.

Elongation

What Is Elongation in Astronomy: Mercury & Venus Greatest Elongation 2025 Dates

~5 min

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!