Read your sign's 2023 horoscope to see what's in store for you this year, or check out the Aries personality profile.
It's October, Aries, which means Halloween makeup, gifts of confidence from the stars, and two eclipses to be aware of. Your September horoscope ended with a euphoric full moon, whether you spent it with sex toys or a partner.
When Mercury, the messenger of the Gods, enters romantic Venus on Wednesday, October 4, the question is, can you communicate with others about what feels good? Perhaps you're in a relationship but want more alone time to just kick it. Or, you could be new to dating and starting to catch feelings for someone. Whatever you're experiencing is okay, but you need to tell others to ensure you get to enjoy your favorite pleasures as part of your everyday life. Thankfully, when the loving planet Venus enters your 6th House of Health on Sunday, October 8, your loved ones do have your best interest in mind. This transit also reminds you of the importance of getting things off your chest before you build resentments, which can fester and turn ugly.
Pluto, the ruler of the underworld, ends its retrograde in ambitious Capricorn and your 10th House of Social Status on Tuesday, October 10, daring you to go ahead and shoot your shot. Every Aries is different; don't listen to any horoscope that tries to act like one-twelfth of the population shares the same conundrums. Some Aries should push for a raise around this time, while others are encouraged to finally ask out their crush. One message is clear: That ruminating desire of yours? You've thought about it enough. Now, action is required. Thankfully, the stars bejewel you with an extra dose of confidence and fairy dust once warrior Mars enters passionate Scorpio and your 8th House of Sex, Death, and Transformation on Wednesday, October 11.
Ideally, get any "serious" conversations out of the way before Saturday, October 14. This date brings a dramatic new moon and solar eclipse in Libra and your 7th House of Partnership. Solar eclipses can shut doors so quickly that it feels like time speeds up. Eclipses get off on calling us out on inaction. If you've been putting off a confrontation or procrastinating having a conversation, don't be surprised if it happens this weekend whether you're ready or not.
When chatty Mercury enters seductive Scorpio and your 8th House of Sex, Death, and Transformation on Saturday, October 21, this goth transit has you in the mood for Halloween. If you haven't already, go ahead and put together your Halloween costume and finalize party plans. Celebrations should commence (by the way, witches, the Pagan name of the holiday is Samhain, pronounced sow-in) once the sun enters Scorpio on Monday, October 23. You share a planetary ruler, the fighter planet Mars, with this water sign. Scorpio is the makeover sign, so if you've been contemplating an autumn hair color or bold eye makeup to enhance your Halloween costume, this is the season to try daring looks.
Scorpio feels deeply, so don't be surprised if you start writing love poems or having intense or even psychic dreams over the next few weeks. One downside to Scorpio season is that you might have to deal with jealousy. This could be sexual jealousy from a partner, a coworker's envy, or, gasp, even your insecurities stemming from unfounded feelings of inadequacy. Make sure to maintain self-care rituals, such as skin routines or a cute manicure. Also, make sure to get enough sleep during Scorpio season.
There is one night worth pointing out. Saturday, October 28, is Halloween weekend and a night when many parties may occur. However, please prioritize your mental health over going out and leave the event should you feel overwhelmed or anxious. Also, make sure that you (or any of your friends) don't overindulge on alcohol or other vices. This date brings a full moon and lunar eclipse in Taurus that could make you (and others) feel emotionally volatile on an already wild night. So have fun, stay safe, and we'll see you in November.
Wednesday, October 4: Mercury enters Libra
Sunday, October 8: Venus enters Virgo
Tuesday, October 10: Pluto goes direct in Capricorn
Wednesday, October 11: Mars enters Scorpio
Saturday, October 14: New moon and solar eclipse in Libra
Tuesday, October 17: Juno enters Virgo
Saturday, October 21: Mercury enters Scorpio
Monday, October 23: The sun enters Scorpio
Saturday, October 28: Full moon and lunar eclipse in Taurus
To see monthly predictions for another zodiac sign, check out our full list of October 2023 horoscopes.
