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.

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How to See Starlink Satellite Train 2025?

~8 min

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

Astronomical Events in April 2025: Complete Guide

~11 min

Your April 2025 sky guide is here! From bright planets to fast meteors, find out everything the sky has to offer this month.

Planets near the Moon

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

~9 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!

DSO in April 2024

Best Deep-Sky Objects by Month: April 2025

~9 min

Here are the galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters that you can see in April 2025. Most of them can be observed through binoculars!

April Night Sky: 8 Constellations & Their Brightest Stars

~6 min

Prominent Ursa Major, enormous Hydra, or shy Leo Minor — which constellation will you go after this April? The choice is yours!

Neptune at opposition 2021

Neptune: Farthest Planet From Earth

~10 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.

Solar Eclipse of March 29, 2025

Solar Eclipse of March 29, 2025: Visible in the U.S. and Europe!

~6 min

Mark your calendar for a deep partial solar eclipse on March 29, 2025! It will be visible in the morning in North America and Europe.

Planetary conjunctions - bright dots

Planetary Conjunctions 2025: Next Up — Venus & Mercury!

~6 min

See two planets side by side! Learn about the upcoming events in 2025, get observing tips and fascinating insights into planetary conjunctions.

Venus, the brightest planet

Venus Facts: Explore the Brightest “Star” in The Sky

~12 min

In March 2025, Venus is shining at its brightest in the evening sky! Get to know the planet and learn about upcoming Venus events in this article.

T Coronae Borealis

T Coronae Borealis Nova Explosion 2025: Has T CrB Nova Happened Yet?

~7 min

A “new star” could explode at any moment in 2025! How can we see it? Learn all about the show-stopping star T Coronae Borealis in our article.

Sun in the sky

Journey to the Sun: The Life Cycle, Observation, and Fun Facts

~12 min

The Sun: just one of billions of stars in space but so crucial for life on Earth. Discover the features of our closest star, from its true color to the famous sunspots, and learn how to safely observe the Sun's stunning beauty!

Facts About Saturn

Planet Saturn: How to Find Saturn in the Sky in 2025?

~13 min

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.

Facts About Mercury

All About Mercury, The Smallest Planet In The Solar System

~10 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!

Earth Hour

Earth Hour Explained: All About Earth Hour Movement

~4 min

Why is Earth Hour important for astronomers? Earth Hour vs Earth Day: same thing or not? Learn about Earth Hour’s meaning!

March equinox and September equinox

Equinox 2025: What Is an Equinox?

~7 min

The equinox is here! Discover what makes this day special, why day and night are nearly equal at the equinox, and when the next one will occur.

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.

First Spacewalk

Anniversary of The First Spacewalk: 60 Years of Strolling in Space

~5 min

A look back at the first human spacewalk – one of the most dramatic missions in the history of space exploration.

What is a Supermoon

Supermoon 2025: Why Is The Moon So Big Tonight?

~8 min

Supermoon – is it worth the hype? 🌕 Find out if the big Moon in the sky is a Supermoon and how extraordinary this event is.

Spica

Spica: Virgo’s Brightest Star

~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

~7 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!