Exciting February sky events include Venus at its brightest and closest to Earth, the moon occulting the Pleiades, and a parade of planets in the post-sunset sky.

Though the planets are always “aligned,” seeing more than four in the sky is more uncommon. February’s lineup is a chance to glimpse all seven in one sweeping view.

A planetary alignment, or a "planet parade" according to the internet, will grace our night sky just after dusk, according to SkyatNightMagazine. We'll see six planets in the first part of February – Mars, Jupiter, Uranus, Neptune, Venus and Saturn – and on Feb. 28, they'll be joined by Mercury.

Here’s everything you need to know about astrophotography in February 2025: If you've been outside just after sunset in the last month, you'll know Venus dominates the post-sunset night sky. Tonight comes one of the astrophotography highlights of the month as a 14%-lit waxing crescent moon visits Earth's sister planet.

Venus, Jupiter and Mars will dazzle in the night sky this month, giving stargazers of all levels a great show. The three bright planets are all visible with the naked eye, though those with telescopes or high-powered binoculars will be able to see a lot more.

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