Skywatching

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

Explore the Northern and Southern Taurids in 2026, starting with the Southern Taurids’ early peak on October 13! Get tips for watching both meteor showers.

The Draconids peak on October 8–9, 2026, with excellent dark-sky conditions. Find the best time to watch, learn where to look, and get viewing tips.

Celebrate World Space Week 2026 on October 4–10! Explore the “Rocket Revolution” theme, activities for all ages, and the week’s best stargazing events.

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!

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!

Discover Aldebaran, the bright orange star in Taurus – possibly part of a multiple star system and host to exoplanets! Learn how to find this star in the sky above you and why it’s fascinated people throughout history.

Find Pollux in the night sky: see where Gemini’s brightest star is, when it’s visible, how it compares to Castor, and what makes it special.

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.

Discover the best October astrophotography targets, from bright galaxies and nebulae to star clusters, with practical tips for observation and photography.