Experience the Spectacle of a 'Blood Moon' Total Lunar Eclipse This Weekend: Locations Revealed

Observe the Blood Moon Total Lunar Eclipse this Weekend at These Locations

The skies are set to dazzle stargazers with two significant celestial events in the near future. On September 21, 2025, Saturn will reach its annual opposition, appearing at its biggest, brightest, and best. This event will be followed by a total lunar eclipse on the night of Sept. 7-8, 2025, which unfortunately won't be visible from North America.

However, the wait won't be long as the next total lunar eclipse, visible from North America, will occur on March 2/3, 2026. This event is colloquially known as a "blood moon" due to the reddish hue the moon takes on during the eclipse. The colour of the moon during a total lunar eclipse depends on atmospheric conditions, such as dust, clouds, and smoke from wildfires.

The total lunar eclipse on March 2/3, 2026, will be visible from Australia, Asia, Africa, and Europe, with Europe glimpsing the event at moonset. Those on the western side of the U.S. and Canada will have the best view of the eclipsed moon. The moon's surface will turn reddish for 58 minutes during the eclipse.

Binoculars or a small telescope will reveal lots of detail during the total lunar eclipse. The moon will display shades of copper, orange, pink, and/or red for 82 minutes, making for an unforgettable spectacle.

In addition, the night after the full "Corn Moon," there will be a close conjunction of the moon and Saturn on September 8, 2025. This event won't be visible from North America, but it's an exciting prospect for those in other regions.

Approximately 4.9 billion people will be able to see the total lunar eclipse from regions on the night side of Earth, making it a truly global event. So, mark your calendars for these celestial wonders and prepare for some stargazing adventures!