2026: Important Astrological Dates for Each Zodiac Sign

A big year lies ahead of us in 2026: what do your stars have in store? In truth, the first half of this decade is about to look very different than the second half, and in 2025, we already got a brief taste of what is in store. This is because many major outer planets—that rule the entire human collective and our global evolution—are all moving simultaneously into different corners of the sky. While many of these planets were in earth or water signs for many long years, they have begun to migrate into fire and air zodiac signs, instead. This not only means the pace of life will quicken quite noticeably, but we will find new themes emerge on a worldwide scale, as well as in our individual lives. Let’s take a brief look at some of these influences before we dive into some of the most important astrological dates for each zodiac sign in the year ahead!

What Key Factors Are Affecting the Human Collective on an Astrological Basis in 2026?

• Jupiter, planet of luck and expansion, is swimming through Cancer for the first half of the year, but then will become ignited in Leo for the second half.
• Saturn, planet of life lessons and karma, is moving into Aries for two years.
• Uranus, planet of innovation and evolution, is dancing into Gemini for the rest of the decade.
• Neptune, planet of imagination and spirituality, is also moving into Aries for many years ahead.
• Pluto, planet of intensity and transformation, has been in Aquarius already, and remains for the next two decades.
• At the onset of the year, the nodes will be on the Virgo-Pisces axis (with the north node in Pisces), but they will switch to the Leo-Aquarius axis (with the north node in Aquarius) this year, too.

Now let’s take a peek at some key information for each zodiac sign: three important dates that will help you reach new levels of manifestation and potential! As a special note: I have highlighted the new moon and full moon in each individual zodiac sign because these are two of the most important spotlight moments of the year for each. When a new moon or full moon falls in your zodiac sign, you have more gravity and power to move situations in your favor—as well as see culminations of hopes, goals, ambitions, or dreams.

ARIES (MARCH 21 – APRIL 19)

New Moon: April 17, 2026: New Moon in Aries (27 degrees)

• Prepare for a major opportunity to begin a new cycle for the year ahead. This is an ideal lunation to take charge of your destiny and step forward as a leader.

Full Moon: September 26, 2026: Full Moon in Aries (3 degrees)

• With the universe turning to look your way, you’ll see how far you’ve come in the year thus far. Assert yourself. Be loud. Be proud.

Special Date for Manifestation: July 20, 2026: Jupiter trine Neptune (Leo-Aries)

• This energy will bring a profound level of spirituality, imagination, and luck to you. You could manifest dreams into reality. Align with the universe.

TAURUS (APRIL 20 – MAY 20)

New Moon: May 16, 2026: New Moon in Taurus (25 degrees)

• Now is a time to focus on how you build your life and include more pleasure, bliss, and joy into your year to come. Treat yourself and allow the universe to smile on your desires.

Full Moon: October 26, 2026: Full Moon in Taurus (2 degrees)

• Step front and center and know that you are worthy of everything you have ever hoped for. Prepare to welcome in abundance.

Special Date for Manifestation: March 28, 2026: Saturn sextile Pluto (Aries-Aquarius)

• You are being given opportunities to rise significantly to more power, influence, and authority, and projects and plans built behind the scenes could pay off tremendously now, and in the years to come.

GEMINI (MAY 21 – JUNE 20)

New Moon: June 14, 2026: New Moon in Gemini (24 degrees)

• Let your passion for adventure soar forth as you embrace new cycles and journeys. This is a time to open up your mind to new ideas, as well.

Full Moon: November 24, 2026: Full Moon in Gemini (2 degrees)

• Allow the world to reward you for your ideas, thoughts, and vision at this time. If you have an important announcement, now may be a great moment.

Special Date for Manifestation: July 21, 2026: Jupiter sextile Uranus (Leo-Gemini)

• Let your brilliance shine more brightly than ever before—especially by stepping outside of the box. The more you do so, the more you could venture in vast new directions.

CANCER (JUNE 21 – JULY 22)

New Moon: July 14, 2026: New Moon in Cancer (21 degrees)

• Immerse yourself in the sweetness of your emotions and sensitivity now. Look at how you build your life and relationships, and consider ways to make them grow in the year ahead.

Full Moon: January 3, 2026: Full Moon in Cancer (13 degrees)

• A special spotlight is on your heart’s desires at the very onset of the year. This is an excellent period to truly dig down to your core and understand where you are and what you still want.

Special Date for Manifestation: June 9, 2026: Venus conjunct Jupiter (Cancer)

• This is truly one of the most magical days in twelve years in regard to passion, pleasure, romance and true love, fertility and children, indulgence and hedonism, and beauty and art for you! Plan to dive into all of them!

LEO (JULY 23 – AUGUST 22)

New Moon: August 12, 2026: Solar Eclipse in Leo (20 degrees)

• A profound new destiny is arriving for you, as fate shifts the sands beneath your feet. You are about to start writing a whole new chapter in your life’s book, so know what you want, and go forth to set the world on fire.

Full Moon: February 1, 2026: Full Moon in Leo (13 degrees)

• Be ready to make important decisions around your life’s path and relationships near this time. You could have more gravity to shift all matters in your favor.

Special Date for Manifestation: July 29, 2026: Sun conjunct Jupiter (Leo)

• This is your luckiest day in twelve years, as you are favored in all ways and in all areas of life. This is a time to plant seeds, launch actions, and open your heart to the greatest beauty that the universe can offer you.

VIRGO (AUGUST 23 – SEPTEMBER 22)

New Moon: September 10, 2026: New Moon in Virgo (18 degrees)

• Utilize this time to organize your life and ensure that you’re creating the best work and life balance. If you do so, you can set up patterns for the year ahead that bring you tremendous levels of happiness.

Full Moon: March 3, 2026: Lunar Eclipse in Virgo (12 degrees)

• Powerful synchronicities will emerge near this time, as you watch a chapter of your life fade behind you and you begin a whole new one.

Special Date for Manifestation: November 29, 2026: Uranus trine Pluto (Gemini-Aquarius)

• Capitalize on your abilities to be groundbreaking and think outside of the box when it comes to your legacy, ambitions, and career. You could leave quite an impact.

LIBRA (SEPTEMBER 23 – OCTOBER 22)

New Moon: October 10, 2026: New Moon in Libra (17 degrees)

• Prioritize yourself, your goals, and your personal destiny near this time. However, be aware of the core relationships that are feeding your soul and if you need to attract new partners to get where you’d like to go.

Full Moon: April 1, 2026: Full Moon in Libra (12 degrees)

• Let the universe reward you for what you’ve brought to the table. Don’t just sit back and wait for everything to fall in your lap, though. Get moving and grooving.

Special Date for Manifestation: Saturn conjunct Neptune (Aries)

• With so much cosmic potential uniting at this time, you could find that you make long-term plans in a relationship, or even attract a partner who is equal parts a soulmate, as well as someone who can help you build your life and stability.

SCORPIO (OCTOBER 23 – NOVEMBER 21)

New Moon: November 9, 2026: New Moon in Scorpio (16 degrees)

• Know your strategies to get everything you want in the year ahead, personally and professionally. Actions that you take now and the seeds you plant could blossom in the many weeks and months ahead.

Full Moon: May 1, 2026: Full Moon in Scorpio (11 degrees)

• Step into the center of the ring and command like you are a titan. If any endings or turning points present themselves near this time, know it’s the universe redirecting you toward something better and brighter. 

Special Date for Manifestation: August 15, 2026: Mercury conjunct Jupiter (Leo)

• This is a glorious period to truly make a splash in your world! Harness this cosmic glow to garner applause or attention. Luck shines on you, your image, and your goals.

SAGITTARIUS (NOVEMBER 22 – DECEMBER 21)

New Moon: December 8, 2026: New Moon in Sagittarius (16 degrees)

• As the heavens turn, you can now know that many doors are opening to you. However, the key to embrace the new paths is to step through those doors and be confident in where you’d like to go.

Full Moon: May 31, 2026: Full Moon in Sagittarius (9 degrees)

• Adventure will burn in your heart and it is crucial that you embrace your greatest authenticity at this time. The world can celebrate you if you do.

Special Date for Manifestation: July 15, 2026: Uranus sextile Neptune (Gemini-Aries)

• Dreams could come true near this time—especially if you’ve been working toward creating the life of your dreams. This spotlights all of your heart’s desires. 

CAPRICORN (DECEMBER 22 – JANUARY 19)

New Moon: January 18, 2025: New Moon in Capricorn (28 degrees)

• Pull up your list of priorities to tackle this year and get hustling on them now. You could make a tremendous amount of progress if you do so.

Full Moon: June 29, 2026: Full Moon in Capricorn (8 degrees)

• There’s a high probability that you’ll be checking one thing off your list right after another. Note that important relationships could also present themselves at this time. It’s crucial to know where you stand and how connecting with the right people will push you forward.

Special Date for Manifestation: August 31, 2026: Jupiter trine Saturn (Leo-Aries)

• Glorious cosmic energy is up for the taking now, and anything you launch personally or professionally could lead to long-term success. This energy especially spotlights home, family, real estate, and wealth matters.

AQUARIUS (JANUARY 20 – FEBRUARY 18)

New Moon: February 17, 2026: Solar Eclipse in Aquarius (28 degrees)

• Destiny will begin to weave through your life now as you hunger to be reborn like a phoenix and become a “whole new you.” This is a beautiful time to step onto the yellow brick road and embrace a sense of independence.

Full Moon: July 29, 2026: Full Moon in Aquarius (6 degrees)

• With many cosmic changes in store for you this year, this period will aid you in knowing what is meant to stay in your life and what is meant to fade. Do not be afraid of change and “the new.”

Special Date for Manifestation: July 25, 2026: Neptune sextile Pluto (Aries-Aquarius)

• You may feel that the universe is guiding you or that a “divine force” is pushing you to transform on the deepest of levels. Listen to your intuition, follow synchronicities, and be confident.

PISCES (FEBRUARY 19 – MARCH 20)

New Moon: March 18, 2026: New Moon in Pisces (28 degrees)

• Prepare to get in touch with the magic within yourself. Embrace everything that makes you unique and unlike anyone else. You can capture the wavelengths of the universe and bend them to your will.

Full Moon: August 28, 2026: Lunar Eclipse in Pisces (4 degrees)

• In recent years, you’ve noticed your life has ricocheted from one way to the next. Another destined change will arrive near this time, so be confident in who you are and where you wish to go.

Special Date for Manifestation: September 15, 2026: Neptune sextile Pluto (Aries-Aquarius)

• You will be downloading visions, divine messages, and profound thoughts near this time. The key is to let them channel through you and then turn ideas into reality.

May you have the most wonderful 2026!