Latest News on Astronomy and Sky Watching — Stargazing Calendar

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.

Learn what retrograde means, see which planets are retrograde right now, and get an easy way to observe retrograde loops.

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.

The Orionid meteor shower will peak on October 21–22, 2026. Learn when and how to watch one of the best meteor showers in the coming months.

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!

Where is Saturn tonight? See when Saturn is visible, where to look in the sky, what it looks like to the naked eye, and how to find it from your location.

How far is Pluto from the Earth? Why isn’t Pluto a planet? Read this article to get answers to these and many other questions!

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.

Here’s everything you need to know about Apophis, the massive asteroid once predicted to crush into the Earth. 😱 See if you should cancel your plans on April 13, 2029 (and later).

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.

All you need to know about Mercury: fun facts, color and size, temperature swings, day length, and practical tips to spot it in 2026.

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.

Is it likely for an asteroid to hit Earth anytime soon? In this article, we’ll answer the most burning questions about potentially hazardous asteroids.

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

These aren’t the biggest sky events of 2026 — but they’re still unique, beautiful, and worth stepping outside for.

See when Venus is visible in 2026, how to find it in the sky, and why it shines so brightly. Learn key facts and upcoming events featuring Venus.