Four planets are ‘aligning’ in January: How to see Jupiter, Mars, Venus, and Saturn parade across the sky tonight

The year is off to a strong start for astronomy lovers.

If you’re an astronomy lover, 2025 is already starting off strong with a stunning skywatching event. In January, you have the opportunity to take in four bright planets—Jupiter, Mars, Venus, and Saturn—in a single sweeping view each night. (Neptune and Uranus will also be there, but not visible to the naked eye.)