Planetary Parade 2026: Skywatchers across the US can witness a mini planetary parade today, June 12, as Mercury, Venus, and Jupiter align low above the western horizon shortly after sunset. This naked-eye astronomy event offers a rare celestial treat, with Venus and Jupiter being the brightest, and Mercury appearing lower and closer to the horizon.

The livestream begins at 3:30 p.m. (1930 GMT) on June 9.

Skywatchers across the United States may want to look west shortly after sunset on June 8 and June 9 as Venus and Jupiter appear close in the evening sky. | Astrology