Skywatchers will have an opportunity to witness a striking celestial display on the evening of February 28, 2026, as six planets — Mercury, Venus, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus and Neptune — become visible along the same stretch of sky shortly after sunset.

The event, often referred to as a “planetary parade,” occurs when multiple planets appear grouped along the ecliptic, the apparent path the Sun takes across the sky. While the planets are not perfectly aligned in space, their positions from Earth’s perspective create the visual effect of a lineup.

According to astronomy experts, the best viewing time will be just after sunset, looking toward the western horizon. Venus and Jupiter are expected to be the brightest and easiest to spot with the naked eye, shining steadily and distinctly compared to nearby stars. Saturn may also be visible under clear sky conditions.

Mercury, positioned lower near the horizon, will be more challenging to observe due to twilight glare and its proximity to the Sun. Uranus and Neptune, the two outermost planets in the lineup, will likely require binoculars or a small telescope to detect.

Planetary groupings of this kind occur periodically and are not considered extremely rare. However, seeing six planets visible in one evening remains a noteworthy opportunity for amateur astronomers and casual observers alike.

Experts emphasize that the alignment will have no physical effects on Earth. Instead, the event offers a peaceful and educational moment to observe the structure of our solar system and appreciate the dynamics of planetary motion.

Weather permitting, February 28 could provide one of the most visually engaging night sky events of early 2026.