06/09/2026
Summer nights and full moon lights. 🌕✨
Summer 2026 is bringing us three spectacular full moons, each with its own unique history and glow. From the sweet ripeness of June to the peak of summer in August, you won't want to miss these:
🍓 June 29 — Strawberry Moon
The first full moon of the summer season! Named by Native American tribes to signal the ripening of wild strawberries, this moon tracks lower across the sky than any other full moon this year. Because it sits closer to the horizon, it often takes on a beautiful, warm golden-orange glow.
🦌 July 29 — Buck Moon
This mid-summer full moon gets its name from male deer (bucks), whose velvet antlers reach full growth during this peak time of summer.
🐟 August 28 — Sturgeon Moon
Named after North America’s largest freshwater fish, which were traditionally caught more easily during this month. Even better—this year's Sturgeon Moon coincides with a deep partial lunar eclipse, shading nearly 96% of the moon for a dramatic sky show!
Which of these summer skies are you most excited to watch? Tag your favorite stargazing buddy! 🌌