Hello, witches and magick-curious folks, alike. It's finally 2019, and that means there's a brand-new calendar full of astrological events you should know about. On top of your sign's yearly horoscope predictions, the proper way to go about new moon rituals, to how to harness the power of each sign's season, to Mercury retrograde preparation and how to avoid the potential drama caused by eclipses, there are plenty of things you'll want to know about while we all tackle the upcoming year.
You can't control what happens in the skies above (and sometimes, in fact, it may feel like the stars control you), but knowing what's coming can certainly help you prepare. Let's not stall any longer — Here is your guide to the full slate of 2019's upcoming astrological events. Keep your eyes up and ahead, but only after you're done reading this handy calendar, that we compiled with the aid of Cafe Astrology and astronomy website Sea and Sky.
January
January 6 — New Moon in Capricorn: As its name suggests, new moons signify the start of a new cycle, so think of it as a fresh start. Capricorn is a hard-working sign known for having a strong work ethic, so this is a beautiful time to practice career-manifestation magic. When the moon is in Capricorn, this does not mean the start of Capricorn season, but rather simply the sign in which the moon is currently transiting through.
January 6 — Partial Solar Eclipse: If you're a superstitious witch, perhaps hold off on that work-manifesting spell. The same date, January 6, there's a partial solar eclipse. Solar eclipses can leave us feeling energetically drained. Scientifically, a solar eclipse is when the moon's shadow blocks the sun. So while they're cool to watch, if you view the sun as a sacred source of power, it's often safest to lay low during solar eclipses considering the huge power of what's taking place.
January 20 — Aquarius Season Begins: Aquarius is a water-bearing sign associated with individuality, helping others, and otherworldly, futuristic, alien-like traits. Celebrate the start of this season by acting as goofy as you want and engaging in local activism.
January 21 — Full Moon in Leo (Supermoon): The moon is at its most magnificent state during a full moon. This phase marks the completion of a cycle. During the period in which the full moon moves through bold Leo, perform a ritual or meditation to boost your self-confidence.
January 21 — Total Lunar Eclipse: During a total lunar eclipse, the earth passes directly between the sun and moon, and the moon goes into shadow. Eclipses shake things up and sometimes force outcomes that were meant to be (like breakups or career changes). Always expect the unexpected during an eclipse, so as this occurs on the same day as the full moon, stick with a low-risk meditation for self-confidence.
January 31— Saturn Sextile Neptune: Beware of over-indulgence as we're tempted by idealism, as discussed in your 2019 horoscopes, during this transit.
February
February 4 — New Moon in Aquarius: Celebrate this new lunar cycle and the moon is in the otherworldly sign of Aquarius by wearing something over-the-top you've been nervous about wearing, like a loud faux fur coat. You'll have the confidence you need to pull it off.
February 18 — Pisces Season Begins: Pisces are the pretty philosopher fish of the zodiac. They like water, relaxing, and intellectual conversation. Relax with some friends as Rihanna plays — after all, she's the reigning Pisces queen.
February 19 — Full Moon in Virgo (Supermoon): The Tarot card associated with Virgo is the Hermit. This doesn't mean that all analytical Virgos want a life of solitude, but it does mean that this full moon is an ideal time for a solo meditation on personal imperfections. Reflect on any changes you'd like to make, and try not to be too hard on yourself as the bright full moon feels the Earth power of Virgo through its transit.
March
March 5 — Mercury Goes Retrograde: Mercury retrograde means delays in communication, and it's not the best time to sign contracts or travel. However, the world keeps turning and this cosmic turnaround is never as scary as it seems, so if you can't completely change your plans, simply remember to add extra time to your morning commute (or forgive a friend who may be late to dinner).
March 6 — New Moon in Pisces: Tap into your inner philosopher (with the help of cannabis, if you're in a legal state and partake), unplug from electronics, and kick back to relax and reflect as a new lunar cycle kicks off while embracing the power of Pisces.
March 20 — Aries Season Begins: Aries are strong rams who know what they want and how to get it. The start of Aries season is the perfect time to go ahead and ask for that raise you deserve.
March 20 — Spring Equinox: It's a fresh start and a time to plant seeds, both literally and figuratively. Celebrate the Equinox by gardening. If you don't have a green thumb, try decorating your home with flowers and journaling about what you'd like to grow in your own life. You can also craft a vision board if you're a visual person.
March 20 — Full Moon in Libra: Libra is a luxurious sign that loves to look their best, so treat yourself to a spring make-over. Make your plans during this full moon in lovely Libra. (Note: Depending on your time zone, this also may take place on the 20th.)
March 28 — Mercury Goes Direct: Phew! Say goodbye to Mercury in retrograde as you breathe a sigh of relief: The week of lost emails and screwy commutes is over.
April
April 5 — New Moon in Aries: Enjoy the spring weather and celebrate a new moon cycle by throwing a dinner party, and embrace Aries energy to ensure you're the queen of the table as the new lunar cycle begins as the moon moves through Aries.
April 10 — Jupiter Retrograde Begins: Jupiter goes retrograde until August 11. Use this period to reflect. Jupiter rules laws, philosophy, and wisdom, so when this planet is retrograde take a moment to pause and reflect upon how those themes affect your life.
April 19 — Full Moon in Libra: Conclude a cycle by re-organizing your closet a the moon transits in Libra, the sign of balance. Donate old winter clothes or put them into storage, or do a spell to attract new love with Libra power, which is the sign of relationships.
April 20 — Taurus Season Begins: Depending on your time zone it may be the 19th, but it's no coincidence that this day is also a 420-friendly holiday. Taureans love all things luxury, and that includes indulging in cannabis, possibly in a park with a well-curated picnic.
May
May 4 — New Moon in Taurus: Act like a cuddly cow (Taurus is represented by the bull) and stay in for a lavish new moon bath by soaking in salts to cleanse and replenish as we celebrate new beginnings with a new moon in the sign of opulent Taurus.
May 18 — Full Moon in Scorpio: There is only one way to spend a full moon in Scorpio, the sign of sex and death, and that is by furiously masturbating under the light of the new moon or getting your kink on with a partner.
May 21— Gemini Season Begins: Geminis, like Scorpios, may have a bad reputation (I blame Donald Trump) but actually are one of the most delightful signs. They're the life of the party, and as the sign of the twins, they can make great romantic partners because they're in search of their other half.
June
June 3 — New Moon in Gemini: Go out on this dark summer night to a party or local bar and kick off the new lunar cycle Gemini-style by getting your flirt on. Wear something sheer and flowy as the new moon transits through Gemini.
June 17 — Full Moon In Sagittarius: While Gemini is an air sign, Sagittarius corresponds with the Fire element. What the two signs have in common is that they both know how to capture a crowd. Let June be a month of heading to parties and soaking up attention. Full moons are infamous for bringing out our animal nature, so lean into that impulse — but this time, wear sequins so the moonlight can bounce off you like a disco ball as it occupies the energy of Sagittarius.
June 18 — Saturn Sextile Neptune: This is the second time this transit occurs in 2019, with a third one approaching in November in a celestial occurrence that hasn't happened since 2006. What aspects of your life were you focused on that far back? Reflect and make any connections for your personal journey, and as mentioned in your 2019 horoscope beware of overindulging during this transit.
June 21 — Cancer Season Begins: Cancer, represented by the crab, loves its shell, which means the home is very important to them. Enjoy a cuddly night at home with your own family (friends, partners, and pets count) to kick off this season and rest from so much partying.
June 21 — Summer Solstice: The first day of Cancer season is also the summer solstice. Just because you're staying inside doesn't mean you can't let the sunlight in. Celebrate with a BBQ and invite anyone your nearest and dearest.
July
July 2 — New Moon in Cancer: Embrace the fresh start of a dark sky, new moon, and new lunar cycle by gathering inside with your coven. This doesn't need to be an "official" coven; friends and family count, but whatever makes you feel at home and loved with a new moon in Cancer.
July 2 — Total Solar Eclipse: The aforementioned power of the Cancer Full Moon is heightened as it's also a total solar eclipse. As mentioned before, eclipses are emotional times often full of surprises, so it's safest to stay in with people you trust and lay low.
July 7 — Mercury Retrograde: Don't panic; just triple-check all emails and hold off on signing any important paperwork if you can.
July 22 — Leo Season Begins: Leo, the magnificent lion of the zodiac, loves attention. Put on an outfit you love and head to a party, your favorite club, or anywhere that makes you feel confident and alive.
July 31 — New Moon in Leo: As new moons are beginnings, use this night to reflect or perform some candle magick if you hope to see some advancement in your career.
July 31 — Mercury Goes Direct: Your commute should be easier today as Mercury goes direct.
August
August 11— Jupiter Goes Direct: Reflect on what wisdom you've learned throughout the year, and since Jupiter went retrograde in April, and put such learnings to use.
August 15 — Full Moon in Aquarius: Fun fact: Aquarians are leaders who love activism. This is a powerful time to perform magick with the intention of helping a marginalized community or going to a local meet-up to become involved in an important cause to you. Even though Aquarius season takes place around the start of the new year, when the moon is in this sign, it's an excellent time to harness such energy.
August 23 — Virgo Season Begins: Celebrate the start of Virgo season by planning your fall calendar and getting organized. Virgos are also sensitive and care deeply about those they love (even if they can come off as harsh), so check in on those you really care about, including yourself.
August 30 — New Moon in Virgo: Clear up clutter and start fresh by tossing out anything that may be harboring bad energy, such as exes' belongings.
September
September 14 — Full Moon in Pisces: Harness the power of the full moon in this creative sign Pisces by drawing a bath. As you cleanse yourself, try to shed any form of writer's block or fear that may be holding you back from creating art, whatever that means to you.
September 23 — Libra Season Begins: Libras are the sign of balance and relationships (although they're also great flirts, even when partnered) so celebrate Libra season by going out and (ethically) getting your flirt on, either with new people or your current partner.
September 23 — Autumn Equinox: The leaves may be falling and cold nights are on their way, but there's nothing to fear, as with death comes rebirth. Throw a dinner party with friends and remind yourself that even as the season changes, you can rely on yourself.
September 28 — New Moon in Libra: Now is the time to roll your sleeves up and get to work on those creative projects you reflected on during the full moon.
October
October 13 — Full Moon in Aries: Soak in the magickal light of the full moon like a strong Aries, as the full moon transits through this sign, and cast a spell or intention to manifest more abundance in your professional and financial realms.
October 23 — Scorpio Season Begins: Scorpio is the sign of sex and rebirth, and it's no coincidence that this spooky and mysterious sign has their time during the period in which we celebrate such holidays as Halloween. It's the perfect time of year to embrace your sexuality and reflect on your shadow side. Sometimes, the things that are holding you back can be transformed into superpowers.
October 27 — New Moon in Scorpio: Stay in and masturbate, and imagine a goal of yours coming to fruition as you orgasm. That's sex magick, and Scorpio season is ideal for it.
October 31 — Mercury Retrograde: On Halloween, when you're likely to be out and partying, please double check that you're sexting the right person. Mercury also goes retrograde on this night, and this cosmic event has a habit of messing with digital communication.
November
November 8 — Saturn Sextile Neptune: In this final transit of the year, again, remember to practice moderation as this transit can encourage a little too much debauchery.
November 12 — Full Moon in Taurus: Luxuriate in the Taurus full moon by hitting the town for a night out with friends, but don't be surprised if things get a little wild.
November 20 — Mercury Goes Direct: Still always double-check who you're (consensually) sexting, but breathe easier now that the planet of communication is moving in the right direction again.
November 22 — Sagitarrius Season Begins: It's time to enter the holiday season with the boldness of a centaur as strong, intelligent, and travel-hungry Sagitarrius is here.
November 26 — New Moon in Sagittarius: During this time of year we celebrate what we're grateful for, so reflect on that during the new moon in Sagittarius. This sign loves to be the life of the party, which can definitely be wonderful but is best balanced when those who know you best are there to help ground you.
December
December 2 — Jupiter leaves Sagittarius: Jupiter leaves Saggitarius, where it has been stationed since November 8, 2018. The planet's 13-month-long run in adventurous, life of the party Saggitarius ends as the planet leaves Sagittarius and enters business-minded Capricorn, where it will stay from December 3 to December 18 of 2020.
December 12 — Full Moon in Gemini: Embrace the power of the twins, as the moon harnesses their power, with a full moon meditation of self-love and acceptance.
December 21 — Capricorn Season Begins: Capricorn is probably the hardest working and most business-oriented signs of the Zodiac, but that doesn't mean they're no fun (after all, David Bowie is a Capricorn). Write down your 2020 career goals to kick off Capricorn season.
December 21 — Winter Solstice: The winter solstice should be spent with those who love and appreciate you, who you can joyfully reflect back on the year with. Of all the 2019 astrological events, remind yourself that it's okay to celebrate this one in whichever way is best for you.
December 26 — New Moon in Capricorn: Meditate in the quiet darkness of the new moon on all you hope to accomplish. As it's also the day after a major holiday for many (Christmas), today is a day for rest, anyway.
December 26 — Annular Solar Eclipse: An annular solar eclipse is when the moon covers the sun but leaves the edges visible to create what looks like "a ring of fire." What does this mean 2020 has in store for us? We'll find out when it happens, but during this eclipse, take it easy with a calming meditation.
Want to learn more about the stars?:
- What the Position of Venus in Your Birth Chart Means for You
- Jupiter in Sagittarius: What the Lucky Astrological Event Means for You
- An Astrology Beginner's Guide to Understanding the Planets
Allow the stars to tell you which sign you're most compatible with:
