You should have a new calendar by now, and you can start filling it up with important events: family birthdays, your next teeth cleaning, the Olympics, and some important stargazing events you won't want to miss.
If you live in Europe, you may be able to witness a total solar eclipse on August 12th, 2026. Depending on where you are, Americans have a chance at seeing a total lunar eclipse in March. But even in the right place, you'll need to adjust your sleep schedule. There's also a "parade of planets," when six of them appear at the same time, and another when five will align. You might want to observe a "full blood micromoon," which is when the moon seems small because of its distance while also being the second full moon of the month. Jupiter shows up in a spectacular manner in January, and of course there are the usual meteor showers you'll want to catch. Check out all these 2026 events and more with a rundown at Smithsonian.
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