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Why is this Saturday night's Harvest Moon special?

The Harvest Moon rises over Paris and the Île-de-France tonight, just as it does across France this Saturday, September 26, 2026. Not a Super Moon, it hides a small phenomenon we only see once a year—look up!

Lunar eclipse and the Sturgeon Moon tonight, where and when to see the red Moon.

The partial lunar eclipse blends with the Sturgeon Moon this night of August 27–28, 2026: visible to the naked eye from Île-de-France, the Moon will take on a copper-red tint if the sky clears after the storms. Here's everything you need to know.

Strawberry Moon 2026: the micromoon to be seen tonight over Paris

The Strawberry Full Moon graces the skies over Paris and Île-de-France tonight, from Monday, June 29 to Tuesday, June 30, 2026. The year’s last micromoon, low on the horizon, it can be admired for free with the naked eye, as the sky finally clears for the occasion.

What makes the April Pink Moon special, and how and when is it best viewed?

The rose full Moon of the night of April 1–2, 2026 is poised to light up the night sky. This year, it’s also a supermoon, larger and brighter than usual. Here’s the explanation of its poetic name and how to observe it from Paris.

Will the lunar eclipse and its striking "blood moon" appearance be visible in France?

A total lunar eclipse will turn the Moon a fiery red on March 3, 2026. This rare and spectacular celestial event promises a breathtaking sight. But will it be visible from France, and more specifically in Paris?

The Snow Moon, a rare full moon that only appears once a year, is arriving on February 1st. Here’s how to best observe it and why it’s named that way.

This Sunday, February 1, 2026, look up at the sky to witness the Snow Moon, also known as the Storm Moon or Hunger Moon. This astronomical event will reach its peak at 11:09 PM and promises a stunning celestial display visible across mainland France.

Supermoon on January 3rd: the first of 2026 promises to be spectacular — here's when and where to see it

On Saturday, January 3, 2026, skywatchers will have the chance to witness the year's first supermoon, known as the Wolf Moon. This celestial display promises to be particularly spectacular, as it will be visible alongside Jupiter and a meteor shower — a rare trio that won’t be seen again until November.

Super Cold Moon: the last big full moon of the year and the highest before 2042 tonight!

In 2025, three Super Moons marked the end of the year. On the evening of Thursday, December 4, 2025, the last one before November 2026 will be visible in the sky, nicknamed the "cold moon," particularly associated with the winter season, with a special feature this year!

Beaver Supermoon: why is this full moon so special and when can you see it?

Nicknamed the Beaver Supermoon, the beautiful full moon on November 5, 2025, promises to be even more beautiful than the others. Find out why and how to observe it at the right time!

Moon Festival or Mid-Autumn Festival: origin and significance of this Asian festival

Every year, several Asian countries celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival, better known as the Moon Festival, on the evening of the 15thᵉ day of the eighth lunar month. This year, the date is Monday, October 6, 2025. So, what's the story behind this festival and where does it come from? Let's find out.

Black moon this August 23: what is it and how can you enjoy it?

On August 23, 2025, a rare new black moon will plunge the skies over the Île-de-France region into total darkness. This astronomical phenomenon, which only occurs once every 33 months, creates the perfect conditions for observing the stars, planets and Milky Way from Paris and the surrounding region. An exceptional night not to be missed by all starry-sky lovers.

What is the Full Flower Moon, visible this Monday, May 12?

The Full Flower Moon, visible in Paris on Monday May 12, 2025, reaches its peak at the end of the day. Although daylight prevents its immediate observation, it promises to be spectacular as soon as night falls. Not to be missed this evening if the weather remains mild and the clouds don't obscure everything.

Super Hunter Moon: the biggest full moon of the year to discover! Why this name?

Astronomers beware, the biggest full moon of the year arrives on the night of Wednesday October 16 to 17, 2024 and will last around 3 days. Nicknamed the Harvest Super Moon, do you know why? We tell you all about this not-to-be-missed sky date.

The first Super Moon of the year will light up the sky: date and explanations

The first Super Moon of the year is about to light up the sky on August 19, 2024. This annual phenomenon, known as a "sturgeon" full moon, gives the impression of a larger-than-usual star.

A blue Super Moon, the second full moon of the month, will light up the sky this Thursday.

After the first two Super Moons of the summer, it's the turn of the so-called "Blue Moon" to make its appearance in our skies, on the evening of August 31, 2023. This second full moon in the same month doesn't happen every year, making it a slightly rarer event.

Summer 2023: Super Moons and Perseids, astronomical events not to be missed

This summer, the sky has some superb shows in store for us. Between the Super Moons of July, August and September, and the shooting stars of the Perseids, we're in for a real treat! Get out your diary.