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.

Night Sky Tonight: What to See This Week

Night Sky Tonight: What to See This Week

~2 min

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

Zodiacal light or false dawn/dusk

Zodiacal Light: What It Is and When to See It in 2026

~8 min

What is zodiacal light? Learn when and where to see false dawn or false dusk, how to recognize it, and which dates to choose in 2026.

Planets near the Moon

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

~12 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!

Aldebaran, the Bright Orange Star in the Taurus Constellation

Red Giant Star Aldebaran: The Follower of the Pleiades in Taurus

~8 min

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.

Regulus Star

Regulus: The Brightest Star in Leo

~9 min

Regulus is the brightest star in Leo and one of the easiest stars to spot. Learn its location, type, distance from Earth, and when to see it near the Moon.

Northern and Southern Lights

Aurora Explained: What Causes The Northern And Southern Lights?

~9 min

Discover why now’s prime time for the northern and southern lights, what causes them, and where to see the “dancing lights.”

Astronomy Day 2026 Dates

Astronomy Day 2026: Celebrate on September 19

~8 min

Astronomy Day returns on September 19, 2026! Discover what to see in the sky, how to celebrate, and why this year's event is extra special for Moon lovers.

Planet Mars

All About Mars: Facts, Visibility, and Viewing Tips

~21 min

Why does Mars look red? How big is it? Can you see it tonight? Discover Mars facts, get visibility tips, and learn about upcoming sky events.

International Observe the Moon Night 2026: Look Up on September 19

~8 min

International Observe the Moon Night is September 19, 2026. Learn when to look, what lunar features to see, and how to join the worldwide celebration.

Neptune Planet Facts

Neptune: The Farthest & Windiest Planet in the Solar System

~12 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.

Fun Facts About Mercury

Fun Facts About Mercury: What Mercury Is Like and Its One-of-a-Kind Characteristics

~10 min

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

September Full Moon 2026: Harvest Moon

September Full Moon 2026 (Harvest Moon): Date, Time & Meaning

~10 min

The September Full Moon (Harvest Moon) occurs on September 26, 2026. See it shine near Saturn and uncover the story behind its name.

Neptune Opposition

Planetary Oppositions 2026: Next Up Is Neptune

~8 min

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

Beehive Star Cluster

Beehive Star Cluster in Cancer: Stars, Location, Mythology

~10 min

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.

saturn planet

How to See Saturn Tonight? Complete Saturn Guide

~18 min

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.

Venus, the brightest planet

Venus in the Sky: When and How to See the Brightest Planet

~17 min

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.

Jupiter Appearance – What Does Jupiter Look Like

Jupiter Facts for Skywatchers: What Does Jupiter Look Like From Space and From Earth?

~15 min

Get a clear picture of Jupiter: how it looks to the naked eye and with optics, when to see it in the sky in 2026, what it’s composed of, and what makes this gas giant special.

Uranus facts

Planet Uranus: The Coldest Planet

~16 min

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

Spica

Spica (Alpha Virginis): Brightest Star in Virgo

~9 min

Spica is the brightest star in Virgo. Learn how to see Spica, what type of star it is, how hot it is, and why it shines so bright.

Pluto

All About Pluto: Explore The Peculiar Dwarf Planet

~12 min

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!