Latest News on Astronomy and Sky Watching — Stargazing Calendar

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

Discover what celestial wonders await you in the Christmas sky this year! From bright planets to unique asterisms, learn how to spot them all.

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!

Winter solstice 2024 is coming on December 21 in the Northern Hemisphere — learn the science and culture behind the shortest day of the year.

Let’s talk about the Quadrantid meteor shower — the first major one of the year. Will it provide a spectacular show in 2025?

This meteor shower guide provides the best viewing time for all the major meteor showers in 2025 and gives tips on how to catch the most shooting stars.

Two meteor showers will reach their maximum activity in January 2025. In this article, you’ll find the info on the peak dates and observing conditions.

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!

Several meteor showers will reach their peak in December 2024. Find out their peak dates and the Moon’s phase and get an observation forecast.

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.

Mars will be directly opposite the Sun on January 16, 2025. Learn why you absolutely must see this celestial event.

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.

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.

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 2024-2025.

In 2025, we’ll see 12 Full Moons, including three Supermoons and two Blood Moons, or total lunar eclipses. Check the dates and name meanings for each of the Full Moons this year!

Discover the science behind one of the most important celebrations in the world. Here is everything you need to know about the summer solstice!

The December solstice 2024 takes place on December 21. What happens on the solstice? Here’s what you need to know.

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

Learn about the astronomical events of 2025 that you shouldn’t miss! ☄️From bright planets to eclipses, here are the year’s astronomy highlights.

Don't miss one of the year's final major meteor showers — the Geminids! Discover the meteor shower’s peak time and observing tips.