Skywatching

People have been gazing into the night sky since ancient times. The way stars, planets, and other bodies move across the celestial dome is fascinating. Bright dots shine next to the Moon or pass close to each other. Here, you'll find everything you need to know about the best celestial shows: times, dates, observing tips, and more.

Planetary Alignment on June 12, 2026

Planetary Alignment in June 2026: Mercury, Venus & Jupiter After Sunset

~9 min
Astronomical News

Around June 12, 2026, Mercury, Venus, and Jupiter will align after sunset in a mini planet parade. Learn how to see the June 2026 planetary alignment.

Planet Conjunctions 2026

Conjunction of Planets 2026: When to See Planets Close Together in the Sky

~11 min
Astronomical News

Looking for the next planetary conjunction? Here are the key dates in 2026 when planets will appear close together in the sky, plus visibility details and tips on what to watch for.

Planetary Alignment Infographic Preview

Planet Parade Map: Next Planetary Alignment in 2026

Infographics

See the next planetary alignment around June 12, 2026. Use the planet parade map to find out how the planets line up in the sky after sunset.

Night Sky Tonight: What to See This Week

~3 min
Astronomical News

Plan your stargazing week in June 2026! This guide updates daily with tonight’s best stargazing targets and viewing tips.

Planets near the Moon

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

~14 min
Astronomical News

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!

Planetary Alignment in space

Planetary Alignment 2026: Planet Parade Dates & Meaning

~9 min
Astronomical News

See when the next planetary alignment happens in 2026, which planets will align, and get the full 2026–2027 planet parade dates.

Starlink Tracker – How to find Starlink satellites

Starlink Tracker: How to Find Starlink Satellites Tonight

~12 min
Astronomical News

Learn how to find Starlink satellites from your location tonight and check the upcoming Starlink launches.

Constellation Gemini

Gemini Constellation: How to Find the Twins in the Night Sky

~8 min
Astronomical News

Learn where to find the Gemini constellation and when to see it, get to know its brightest stars, Castor and Pollux, and explore the myth of the Twins.

The Summer Triangle asterism

Summer Triangle 2026: How to Find Vega, Deneb & Altair

~11 min
Astronomical News

Find the Summer Triangle tonight: learn when and where to see it, which stars form it, and what constellations are inside.

Illustration of a bright comet passing near the Sun

What Comet Is Visible Now? Best Comets to Watch in 2026

~5 min
Astronomical News

Track the most promising visible comets of 2026, including C/2025 R3 (PanSTARRS), and learn when they may be easiest to see.