What you will and won’t see from June’s planetary parade
9 months, 3 weeks ago

What you will and won’t see from June’s planetary parade

Associated Press  

DALLAS — Six planets will link up before dawn on June 3 in what’s known as a planetary parade. Unfortunately, this planetary parade of Mercury, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus and Neptune won’t offer much of a view. While June’s planetary parade may not dazzle, the night sky still offers wonders to spot. The summer offers great weather to explore the night sky with a star or planet-viewing app, said Michelle Nichols at Chicago’s Adler Planetarium.

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What is a planetary parade?
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2 weeks, 5 days ago

What is a planetary parade?

The Hindu  

In a small window of time around February 28, people on the earth were in for a visual treat as seven planets, plus the moon, lined up in the night sky. These events are called planetary parades because the planets seem to line up, one behind the other, in the night sky in the order of their distance from the …

Planetary parade 2025: 7 planets align in straight line in evening sky
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Planetary parade 2025: 7 planets align in straight line in evening sky

Live Mint  

Stargazers and space enthusiasts were treated to a rare event on Friday, February 28, for the second time this year. A “rare planetary parade”, with seven planets aligning in a single line, was viewed in an ethereal celestial display. People around the world were able to see as many as seven planets in the Earth’s solar system simultaneously, including Mars, …

All 7 planets align in a rare sighting, sky gazers capture celestial event: Next one in 2040
3 weeks ago

All 7 planets align in a rare sighting, sky gazers capture celestial event: Next one in 2040

Hindustan Times  

A rare celestial event was captured from some parts of the world on Friday evening when all seven planets in our solar system were visible in a line to form what many call a "planetary parade" -- a stunning sighting that one would not catch again before 2040. The alignment that occurred today happens when the planets appear on the …

Rare ‘planetary parade’: All 7 planets visible in the sky for the last time until 2040
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3 weeks ago

Rare ‘planetary parade’: All 7 planets visible in the sky for the last time until 2040

Hindustan Times  

Tonight, stargazers are in for a spectacular sight as all seven planets of our solar system align in the night sky, creating a stunning "planetary parade." According to The Mirror US, planetarium supervisor at the Bishop Museum of Science and Nature in Florida, Hannah Sparkes, “They’re not in a straight line, but they’re pretty close together on one side of …

Last chance to see seven planets line up in the Dutch sky before 2040 on Friday night
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Last chance to see seven planets line up in the Dutch sky before 2040 on Friday night

NL Times  

Skywatchers may be able to see seven planets in the Dutch sky on Friday for the last time until 2040, NOS reported. People who want to attempt to see all seven are advised to go to spots with a clear view of the horizon, and minimal light pollution. Give it a bit of time - your eyes take about half …

Seven planets to align: How to watch the 2025 planetary parade
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Seven planets to align: How to watch the 2025 planetary parade

Hindustan Times  

A rare planetary parade will grace the evening sky on February 28 as planets in the solar system align. NASA says six planets may be visible for much of the week, giving stargazers a chance to witness this celestial event just a month after the last planetary spectacle. Astronomers and stargazers call these events “planet parades,” as the planets appear …

February’s planetary parade: How to watch
3 weeks, 2 days ago

February’s planetary parade: How to watch

CNN  

Sign up for CNN’s Wonder Theory science newsletter. CNN — February ends with a treat for sky-gazers: a parade of seven planets across the night sky, including Mercury, Uranus and Neptune alongside typically bright planets such as Mars, Venus, Jupiter and Saturn. How to spot the seven planets Saturn and Mercury are going to be “horizon huggers,” likely only visible …

A rare 'parade' of all 7 planets will move across the night sky this week
3 weeks, 2 days ago

A rare 'parade' of all 7 planets will move across the night sky this week

NPR  

A rare 'parade' of all 7 planets will move across the night sky this week toggle caption NASA/JPL-Caltech/NASA.gov Sky gazers across the U.S. will have a chance to see an extraordinary celestial event on Friday as all of the planets in our solar system will appear in the evening sky. This phenomenon known as a "planet parade," will feature Mercury, …

Planetary Parade: When and how to see rare seven planet alignment in UK skies
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3 weeks, 2 days ago

Planetary Parade: When and how to see rare seven planet alignment in UK skies

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The full planetary alignment will see Mars, Jupiter, Uranus, Venus, Neptune, Mercury and Saturn line up, though …

Seven-planet parade lines up in the sky on Friday: How to see it from SoCal
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3 weeks, 3 days ago

Seven-planet parade lines up in the sky on Friday: How to see it from SoCal

LA Times  

A celestial phenomenon is forming in the Northern Hemisphere on Friday, as seven planets are expected to appear lined up in the night sky. Sky watchers may have a difficult time spotting the parade without optical aid, said Ed Krupp, director of Griffith Observatory. “But the general message is that, ‘I will go outside and see these planets strung like …

Seven planets to align in rare parade over UK skies
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Seven planets to align in rare parade over UK skies

The Independent  

Sign up for our free Health Check email to receive exclusive analysis on the week in health Get our free Health Check email Get our free Health Check email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Seven planets will appear for a “planetary parade” for a short …

Every planet of our solar system is lining up in the February night sky
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3 weeks, 3 days ago

Every planet of our solar system is lining up in the February night sky

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Seven planets grace the sky at the end of February in what’s known as a planetary parade, though some will be difficult to spot with the naked eye. A parade of four or five planets visible to the naked eye happens every few years, according to NASA. Six planets were visible in January — four to the …

Planetary Parade: When and how to see rare seven planet alignment in UK skies
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3 weeks, 3 days ago

Planetary Parade: When and how to see rare seven planet alignment in UK skies

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The full planetary alignment will see Mars, Jupiter, Uranus, Venus, Neptune, Mercury and Saturn line up, though …

Rare 7-planet parade: Best time and tips for viewing
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Rare 7-planet parade: Best time and tips for viewing

India Today  

On Friday, February 28, 2025, astronomy lovers will get a rare chance to witness seven planets aligned in the evening sky. Even though the planets are perpetually aligned along a fictional line known as the ecliptic, they will occur together in the sky. Since Mercury and Venus are closer to the Sun and, therefore, these two are harder to observe, …

Seven planets to appear simultaneously for last time until 2040
1 month ago

Seven planets to appear simultaneously for last time until 2040

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The full planetary alignment will see Mars, Jupiter, Uranus, Venus, Neptune, Mercury and Saturn line up, though …

All planets to align at the same time in rare planetary parade
1 month, 1 week ago

All planets to align at the same time in rare planetary parade

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Seven planets are set to appear in the night sky this month in …

Stargazing in February: Plan the parade
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Stargazing in February: Plan the parade

The Independent  

There’s been a ‘parade of the planets’ in the evening sky for a few weeks now, and it reaches a stunning climax towards the end of February when you can see all eight planets of the Solar System at the same time! The bright red "star" to the upper left of Jupiter is the planet Mars, currently lying next to …

How to see rare ‘planetary parade’ in UK this weekend
1 month, 2 weeks ago

How to see rare ‘planetary parade’ in UK this weekend

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy January and February will see two remarkable planetary alignments, with one of them …

Planetary Parade 2025: When and where to watch this celestial event online for free in India
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Planetary Parade 2025: When and where to watch this celestial event online for free in India

Live Mint  

A rare and significant phenomenon is happening in space tonight, as six planets orbiting the Sun will align in a planetary parade. A planetary parade takes place when multiple planets align along the same region of the sky, visible from Earth. On January 25, at 12:30 pm ET which is 11:00 pm IST, astrophysicist Gianluca Masi from the Virtual Telescope …

Planet Parade 2025 to be best visible today: When and how to watch?
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Planet Parade 2025 to be best visible today: When and how to watch?

Hindustan Times  

In a rare celestial event, six planets - Venur, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Neptune, and Uranus will align in a formation called the ‘planet parade’. One of the best parts about this celestial formation is that four planets - Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn will be visible to the naked eye after the sun sets. It’s a live exploration of stars, …

‘Parade of Planets’ in the sky evokes good response
1 month, 3 weeks ago

‘Parade of Planets’ in the sky evokes good response

The Hindu  

A large number of families and student groups in and around Tiruchi have been flocking the Anna Science Centre Planetarium in the past few days to catch a glimpse of the ‘Parade of Planets’, a rare cosmic event when Mars, Venus, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune appear to have aligned in the sky. Though this event can be seen with …

Get ready for the Planet Parade 2025: A must-watch celestial event featuring planetary alignment
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Get ready for the Planet Parade 2025: A must-watch celestial event featuring planetary alignment

Hindustan Times  

Skywatchers are in for a rare treat. Get ready for the Planet Parade 2025: To celebrate this rare event, astronomy groups across India have planned special planet-gazing sessions for today. It makes us realise how small we are in nature’s scheme of things.” Piyush Arun, Strategic & Creative Head, YanamOffbeat, a trip and trek company organising an event on the …

Six planets align tonight! Here's how you can find best viewing spots
2 months ago

Six planets align tonight! Here's how you can find best viewing spots

India TV News  

Get ready for a spectacular night in the sky! Dr. Dan Brown, an astronomy expert from Nottingham Trent University, explains that if you look up at the sky, you’ll find Mars on the left side and Venus and Saturn on the right. The best time to catch this amazing view is tonight, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. local time, …

How to glimpse a parade of planets in the January night sky
2 months ago

How to glimpse a parade of planets in the January night sky

Deccan Chronicle  

Six planets grace the sky this month in what’s known as a planetary parade, and most can be seen with the naked eye. These planetary hangouts happen when several planets appear to line up in the night sky at once. “They’re not in a straight line, but they’re pretty close together on one side of the sun,” said Hannah Sparkes, …

Planetary Parade In January Sky: See 4 Of Them With The Naked Eye, 2 With Binoculars
2 months ago

Planetary Parade In January Sky: See 4 Of Them With The Naked Eye, 2 With Binoculars

ABP News  

This month offers a stunning celestial spectacle as six planets align in a planetary parade, with four — Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn — visible to the naked eye. “They’re not in a straight line, but they’re pretty close together on one side of the sun,” explained Hannah Sparkes, planetarium supervisor at the Bishop Museum of Science and Nature in …

Parade of planets 'seen as an omen from the gods' will be visible in the night sky... here's how to see it
2 months ago

Parade of planets 'seen as an omen from the gods' will be visible in the night sky... here's how to see it

Daily Mail  

A parade of planets will soon be visible in the night sky, a phenomenon once regarded as 'an omen from the gods,' signaling significant events on Earth. The cosmic wonder, set for January 21, will see Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Neptune and Uranus appear positioned in a line from Earth's perspective. People should look in the southeastern sky where Mars, …

How to glimpse a parade of planets in the January night sky
2 months ago

How to glimpse a parade of planets in the January night sky

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Six planets grace the sky this month in what’s known as a planetary parade, and most can be seen with the naked eye. “They’re not in a straight line, but they’re pretty close together on one side of the sun,” said Hannah Sparkes, planetarium supervisor at the Bishop Museum of Science and Nature in Florida. A similar …

How to glimpse a parade of planets in the January night sky
2 months ago

How to glimpse a parade of planets in the January night sky

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Six planets grace the sky …

See 6 Planets Align on January 21
2 months ago

See 6 Planets Align on January 21

Wired  

Observing the planets is one of the most awe-inspiring ways to witness the magic of the night sky—and there’s no better way to view them than in a planetary alignment. On January 21, six planets—Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune—will be visible simultaneously in the sky, and their alignment will be easily visible from almost all parts of the …

A planet parade of Venus, Saturn, Jupiter and Mars shines in the skies this month
2 months ago

A planet parade of Venus, Saturn, Jupiter and Mars shines in the skies this month

NPR  

A planet parade of Venus, Saturn, Jupiter and Mars shines in the skies this month toggle caption Ginnette Riquelme/AP Over the next few weeks, a stunning parade of planets will glow across the night sky, putting on a celestial spectacle that both amateur and seasoned stargazers can easily observe. All month, four planets — Venus, Saturn, Jupiter and Mars — …

Parade of planets: Catch a rare glimpse of seven planets at the same time on THIS date
2 months, 1 week ago

Parade of planets: Catch a rare glimpse of seven planets at the same time on THIS date

Live Mint  

A spectacular astronomical phenomenon known as “parade of planets” can be spotted in the skies this month. Also look for a close approach of Venus and Saturn, Mars occulted by the Moon, and meteors!” NASA wrote on its website earlier this month. ‘Planetary parade’ is a layman's term to refer to a celestial event where four or more planets seem …

Mars, Saturn and Venus to align on Jan 22: How to watch first planetary parade of 2025 in India
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Mars, Saturn and Venus to align on Jan 22: How to watch first planetary parade of 2025 in India

Live Mint  

Planetary Parade 2025: The New Year has set in, and the universe seems to be joining in the festive spirit with humans, with a ‘planetary parade’ likely to occur in the first month of 2025. Planetary Parade 2025: When to watch In 2025, the planetary parade will happen two times, once in January and once in 2025. Planetary Parade: January …

Eclipse, Meteors, Auroras, Supermoon in 2025
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Eclipse, Meteors, Auroras, Supermoon in 2025

Deccan Chronicle  

The new year will bring a pair of lunar eclipses, but don’t expect any sun-disappearing acts like the one that mesmerized North America last spring. Here’s a sneak peek of what’s ahead: ECLIPSES The moon will vanish for more than an hour over North and South America on March 14, followed two weeks later by a partial solar eclipse visible …

Here’s your 2025 guide to the night sky and other celestial wow moments
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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Here’s your 2025 guide to the night sky and other celestial wow moments

Associated Press  

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — The new year will bring a pair of lunar eclipses, but don’t expect any sun-disappearing acts like the one that mesmerized North America last spring. Here’s a sneak peek of what’s ahead: ECLIPSES The moon will vanish for more than an hour over North and South America on March 14, followed two weeks later by a …

Here's your 2025 guide to the night sky and other celestial wow moments
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Here's your 2025 guide to the night sky and other celestial wow moments

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The new year will bring …

Parade of planets: Venus, Saturn, Jupiter, Mars to light up January skies
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Parade of planets: Venus, Saturn, Jupiter, Mars to light up January skies

India Today  

Astrophotographers and stargazers alike are in for a treat this January as a spectacular celestial event unfolds in the night sky. Over the next couple of weeks, four planets—Venus, Saturn, Jupiter, and Mars—will be prominently visible shortly after sunset, creating a dazzling display for observers. Notably, Venus and Saturn will come within just a couple of finger widths apart in …

Six planets will align tonight in rare ‘planetary parade’
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Six planets will align tonight in rare ‘planetary parade’

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Six planets will appear to align in the night’s sky this week as …

Gear up for 'Planet Parade'!
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Gear up for 'Planet Parade'!

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: Stargazers are getting excited about an interesting astronomical event on June 3, when the planets Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus and Neptune will appear to be in a straight line. While some of the larger planets like Mars, Jupiter and Saturn can be seen easily, telescopes or high-functioning binoculars will be needed to see the smaller planets in the alignment, …

A 'parade of planets' will appear in the night sky TOMORROW - here's how you can see the six distant worlds align
9 months, 3 weeks ago

A 'parade of planets' will appear in the night sky TOMORROW - here's how you can see the six distant worlds align

Daily Mail  

Just before dawn from May 31 to June 3, a parade of six planets from our solar system will come into alignment — but only a lucky few will be able to spot all six. Just before dawn from May 31 to June 3, a parade of six planets from our solar system will come into alignment - but only …

What you will and won't see from June's planetary parade
9 months, 3 weeks ago

What you will and won't see from June's planetary parade

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Six planets will link up …

What is Parade of Planet and how will it impact these 4 zodiac signs on June 3?
9 months, 3 weeks ago

What is Parade of Planet and how will it impact these 4 zodiac signs on June 3?

Hindustan Times  

Astrology suggests that the positions of planets significantly impact human lives. On June 3, 2024, the rare Parade of Planets—a notable celestial alignment—will occur, and astrologers anticipate it to have powerful effects on various zodiac signs. Parade of Planet impact on zodiac signs According to astrological predictions, these are the four zodiac signs to be affected by the planet of …

Solar eclipses are so last month. Get ready for a ‘planetary parade’
10 months ago

Solar eclipses are so last month. Get ready for a ‘planetary parade’

LA Times  

First came a rare solar eclipse, followed by the northern lights, fueled by a solar storm. The next celestial phenomenon will come next month, when skygazers can look forward to an alignment known as a “planetary parade.” The parade will start June 3, when Mercury, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus and Neptune will be aligned, according to Star Walk Astronomical News, …

Parade of planets: Six planets to line up in the skies in rare cosmic alignment
10 months ago

Parade of planets: Six planets to line up in the skies in rare cosmic alignment

India Today  

Weeks after the total solar eclipse amazed people in several parts of the world, stargazers will be treated to a rare alignment of six planets gracing the early morning skies. The alignment will take place in the first week of June as the planets line up in a rare cosmic event. While six planets align, not all of them will …

Planets on parade: 5 will be lined up in night sky this week
1 year, 11 months ago

Planets on parade: 5 will be lined up in night sky this week

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Keep an eye to the sky this week for a chance to see a planetary hangout. You’ll want to look to the western horizon right after sunset, said NASA astronomer Bill Cooke. If you’re a “planet collector,” it’s a rare chance to spot Uranus, which usually isn’t visible, Cooke said. This kind of alignment happens when the …

RARE event! 5 planets in one line to be seen in skies tonight. How to watch
1 year, 11 months ago

RARE event! 5 planets in one line to be seen in skies tonight. How to watch

Live Mint  

Celestial events seem to keep offering breathtaking views for sky-gazers on Earth this year. NASA scientist Bill Cooke told CBS News that the planets will be visible on March 28 and that the “alignment: will look “very pretty.” What planets will be visible? “Wait until the sun has set and then go out and look low in that bright part …

Planets on parade: 5 will be lined up in night sky this week
1 year, 11 months ago

Planets on parade: 5 will be lined up in night sky this week

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. You’ll want to look to the western horizon right …

When Planets Parade: 5 planets to align in ‘Starwalk Phenomenon’ next week, here’s how to watch
1 year, 11 months ago

When Planets Parade: 5 planets to align in ‘Starwalk Phenomenon’ next week, here’s how to watch

Firstpost  

Next week we will get to see one of the rarest cosmic events to ever happen, a rare planetary alignment Five planets, Jupiter, Mercury, Venus, Uranus and Mars are set to perfectly align at the same time with the moon in an event called a planetary parade. Five planets, Jupiter, Mercury, Venus, Uranus and Mars are set to perfectly align …

5 Planets, Including Jupiter, To Be Visible From Earth On March 28
2 years ago

5 Planets, Including Jupiter, To Be Visible From Earth On March 28

News 18  

Mark the date stargazers, as you are going to witness an event of a lifetime. On March 28, Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Uranus will gather together in the sky in a small 50-degree sector. Unilad reported that the educational astronomy app Star Walk has let all astronomy geeks know that they need to get their binoculars out and start …

Parade of planets to be visible in the night sky on 12 December: All you need to know about this celestial event
3 years, 3 months ago

Parade of planets to be visible in the night sky on 12 December: All you need to know about this celestial event

Firstpost  

A slim crescent Moon will align with Venus, Saturn, Jupiter, Neptune and Uranus, providing stargazers with a beautiful spectacle in the sky The moon and its planetary pals are putting up quite a show and on Sunday, 12 December, and stargazers will be provided with a spectacular celestial showcase. From 6-10 December, one will be able to see three planets, …

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