10/26/2026
The Moon has one last spectacular show to put on this October. 🌕🍂
On October 26, the Hunter’s Moon will reach its full phase, bathing the autumn sky in a glow that has captivated people for generations.
Its name comes from an old seasonal tradition. After the harvest, the bright moonlight helped people hunt and prepare for the long winter ahead.
And there’s a beautiful detail many people overlook: when the full Moon rises near the horizon, it can appear unusually large and glow in shades of gold, amber, and orange. The colors come from its light passing through Earth’s atmosphere, while the Moon’s apparent size near the horizon is largely an optical illusion.
For a few moments, the ordinary night can feel extraordinary.
Look toward the eastern horizon around local moonrise on October 25 or 26, and you may catch the Hunter’s Moon at its most beautiful. 🌕
