Rare Planet Parade Offers Stunning Night Sky Views This Week

All seven planets are visible in the night sky, though only three can be seen without binoculars or a telescope.

The rare celestial event, known as a 'planet parade,' features Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune visible simultaneously in the sky until February 28, 2025.
Venus, Jupiter, and Mars are the easiest to spot with the naked eye due to their brightness, while Uranus and Neptune require binoculars or a telescope to view.
The best viewing time is shortly after sunset, with Venus shining brightly in the west and Mercury and Saturn low on the horizon, making them harder to see.
The planets appear along the ecliptic plane, creating a broad arc across the sky rather than a straight line, contrary to the common misconception of 'planetary alignment.'
This is the last time all seven planets will be visible together in this way until 2040, making it a rare opportunity for stargazers.