Moon watchers will have plenty to enjoy in 2026 with three supermoons and two lunar eclipses during the year. Each month brings its own full moon, and each has its own name and traditions, based on local Indigenous cultures.

On March 3, 2026, skygazers around the world will be treated to one of the most dramatic skywatching events that nature has to offer—the blood moon. According to NASA, a total lunar eclipse shall occur on the date, transforming our white neighbor into a glowing red one as it passes completely into Earth's shadow.

But January's full moon isn't the only lunar event to look forward to in 2026. From an eclipse and a blue moon to super moons, these are the events you should mark your calendar for. The first full moon will take place on Saturday, Jan. 3, and it will also be a super moon.

The moon and sun share top billing in 2026. Kicking off the year's cosmic wonders is the moon, drawing the first astronauts to visit in more than 50 years.

Mark your calendars, Mississippi skygazers. Here's every full moon in 2026 with the local times you need to know. Watch supermoons, lunar eclipses

Yes, there will be a total solar eclipse on Aug. 12, 2026, according to Time and Date. In Rhode Island, it will only be visible as a partial solar eclipse, with a maximum of not even 15% of the sun obscured. It will hit maximum coverage just before 2 p.m.

The upcoming year will offer a blood-red moon, spectacular meteor showers and the first glimpse of the sun’s corona since April 2024

Before the total lunar eclipse, or blood moon, in March 2026, look back at the best lunar eclipse, blood moon and other super moon photos in Florida.