As the new year unfolds, the skies are set to bring a thrilling lineup of astronomical events, beginning Jan. 3, as winter marks the best time of year to stargaze, according to National Geographic.

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Like the moon's shadow sweeping across the globe during a total solar eclipse, astronomy-focused tourism is taking the world by storm. And in 2026, there are plenty of celestial reasons to travel. You ...

The following events can be viewed using a small telescope: Draconid meteor shower set to light up the night sky on Oct. 8 Astronomy enthusiasts in Staten Island and the New York metropolitan area are ...

The coming year will be jam-packed with stunning spectacles in the skies above, starting and ending with top-tier meteor showers, a total solar eclipse and a total lunar eclipse — with planetary ...

The March equinox on March 20 will bring nearly equal day and night across Earth. Here’s what the event means and whether ...

The year 2026 will feature 13 full moons, including a "blue moon" in May. Four eclipses are expected in 2026, including two total lunar eclipses and two solar eclipses. Multiple meteor showers will ...