Latest News on Astronomy and Sky Watching — Stargazing Calendar

On November 25, 2025, Mercury and Venus will be about 2° apart in the pre-dawn sky. Find out when and where to look, how bright they will get, and what you need for observation.

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!

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!

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.

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

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

In November 2025, you’ll have a chance to see the rare interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS! Find out its trajectory, brightness, and how to easily track it in the sky.

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.

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.

On May 31, 2026, a Blue Moon will occur, which is also the year's smallest Full Moon. Learn what makes it special and how to see it at its best.

Don’t miss the Leonids in 2025 — up to 15 meteors per hour under dark skies! Discover the best viewing times and get useful tips.

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

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.

Bright, beautiful, and easy to spot — the Beehive Cluster is a must-see. Learn how to find this star cluster and what makes it special.

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.

The Eta Aquariids peak on May 6, 2026, bringing bright meteors for Southern Hemisphere observers. But will we be able to see them?

Six meteor showers reach their maximum activity from March to June 2026. In this article, you’ll find info on the peak dates and observing conditions.

Discover Pollux – the brighter of the two “twin stars” in Gemini. Learn when and how to see the star, and what is special about it.

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

The Quadrantids peak on January 3, 2026. Learn how, when, and where to watch this powerful meteor shower.