MOON HIGHLIGHTS
Watch the Moon move through its phases and use its changing position as an easy guide for learning the night sky.
A GUIDE TO
THE COSMOS
Your guide to the night sky. Discover what to observe, when to look and which cosmic events are worth waiting for throughout the year.
★ CLUB AT A GLANCE
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STARGAZING NIGHTS
2026
FULL COSMIC CALENDAR
WHAT SHOULD I LOOK FOR?
Choose a month to explore its major observing highlights.
JANUARY 2026
PLANET WATCH
Look for bright planets low above the horizon during suitable evening or morning observing windows.
CONSTELLATION SPOTLIGHT
Start with bright, recognizable constellations and use them as signposts to find other objects.
DEEP-SKY TARGET
Try finding a bright cluster, nebula or galaxy with binoculars or a telescope.
2026 COSMIC CALENDAR
MARK THE SKY.
Important astronomical events worth putting on your calendar.
03
JAN
MOON
FULL MOON
A bright full Moon illuminates the night sky. A good opportunity for lunar observation.
17
FEB
ECLIPSE
ANNULAR SOLAR ECLIPSE
The Moon passes in front of the Sun, producing an annular eclipse along its visible path.
22
APR
METEOR SHOWER
LYRID METEOR SHOWER
One of the annual meteor showers to watch during April, with the best viewing away from bright lights.
21
JUN
SEASON
JUNE SOLSTICE
The June solstice marks an important point in Earth's yearly journey around the Sun.
12
AUG
METEOR SHOWER
PERSEID METEOR SHOWER
A famous annual meteor shower and one of the most anticipated observing events of the year.
12
AUG
ECLIPSE
TOTAL SOLAR ECLIPSE
A major solar eclipse event of 2026. Visibility depends on location, so check local observing information before planning.
23
SEP
SEASON
SEPTEMBER EQUINOX
Day and night are approximately equal around the world as the Sun crosses the celestial equator.
14
DEC
METEOR SHOWER
GEMINID METEOR SHOWER
A reliable annual meteor shower and one of the best-known events for December skywatchers.
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Event visibility varies by location, local weather, horizon and light pollution. Always check observing conditions before heading outside.
BEGINNER OBSERVER
HOW TO START.
You don't need expensive equipment to begin exploring the night sky.
FIND DARK SKIES
01Move away from strong city lights when possible. Even a small reduction in light pollution can reveal more stars.
START WITH THE MOON
02The Moon is bright, easy to find and full of visible features that make it perfect for beginners.
LEARN THE CONSTELLATIONS
03Learn a few recognizable patterns first. They become useful landmarks for finding other objects.
GIVE YOUR EYES TIME
04Spend several minutes outside before judging how many stars you can see. Your eyes gradually adapt to darkness.
THE SKY IS ALWAYS CHANGING.