From dazzling new moons to dramatic eclipses, February has countless opportunities to witness life-changing astronomical ...

February offers skywatchers a month filled with notable celestial events, including an annular solar eclipse, a planetary alignment, and the delayed Artemis II space mission.

The first solar eclipse of 2026 is about to put on a show, and it will not be a subtle one. An annular “ring of fire” event will briefly turn the Sun into a blazing halo as the Moon passes in front of ...

February 2026 is packed with rare celestial events happening within weeks of each other, including a six-planet alignment and a ring of fire solar eclipse on Feb. 17. These aren't just spectacular ...

Learn about two major events happening in the sky this February 2026: a solar eclipse that will create a "ring of fire" and a ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. An award-winning reporter writing about stargazing and the night sky. The new moon on Saturday, Aug. 23, will pass unseen. Lost in ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. An award-winning reporter writing about stargazing and the night sky. The last total solar eclipse was 456 days ago in North ...

When the sun, Earth, and new moon perfectly align, we get the chance to see a solar eclipse. This celestial phenomenon is one of the most unique experiences you can witness. In fact, the most recent ...

Planning a trip in 2026? From total solar eclipses to meteor showers and rare planetary alignments, here’s a complete guide to the major astronomical events worth travelling for.