Between jam-packed work schedules, bustling airports, last-minute shopping, and family drama around the Thanksgiving table, the end of the year tends to get a bit…well, intense. But by paying attention to the cosmos, you can make things a lot easier on yourself. And we’re here to help!
You might already know that bold, adventurous Sagittarius season starts on November 22, and cool, ambitious Capricorn season begins December 21. But we’re here to take you a little deeper, with info on some of the biggest (and a few of the most underrated) astrological events happening through the end of 2023. From Mercury retrograde to an extra-chaotic full moon in Gemini to one of the luckiest days in the entire year (seriously), we’ve got you covered. Get out your calendar: you’ll want to mark these dates!
November 27: The full moon is here! This one’s in brainy but boisterous Gemini, which means that excitement—possibly related to your love life?—is likely. But be careful: it’s all tangled up with Mercury (planet of communication) and Neptune (planet of illusions), which means confusion and misunderstandings are also likely. Enjoy yourself, but try to let the dust settle before you make any major changes.
November 29: In astrology, the south node represents old patterns, ingrained bad habits, and the things you’ve outgrown (or at least, are trying to outgrow). Today, Venus and the south node link up, which means that there’s a good chance that an old flame will pop back up in your life. Want our advice? Snap out of it! Don’t look back! You’ve got bigger and better things up ahead (especially once the planet of love moves into sexy Scorpio on December 4).
December 12: After the drama of that Gemini full moon, today’s Sag new moon is your chance for a fresh start. Sagittarius is activating your confidence, your bold ambitions, your huge dreams. If you’ve wanted a life change (or just a temporary change in scenery), this new moon is the ideal moment to set your intentions. However…
December 13: Those big intentions you set under the Sagittarius new moon? Probably best not to move on them just yet: Mercury retrograde starts today! You know the drill: think before you send that spicy text, build in some extra time if you’re traveling to account for possible delays, and give everyone (including yourself!) a little extra grace. (This time around, Mercury retrograde starts in Capricorn and moves into Sagittarius on December 23: for extra insight, look at what houses those signs occupy in your birth chart to see what areas of life might be disrupted.)
December 20: Venus is directly opposite wild child Uranus today. If you’re in a relationship, buckle up and prepare for some drama (don’t worry, it should blow over relatively quickly). If you’re single, though, conditions are right for a surprising meet-cute. Put yourself out there—you never know who you might meet.
December 22: Mercury is cazimi—in other words, precisely aligned with the sun. This is a seriously magical astrological moment, and one that’s likely to bring you some much-needed clarity (especially if you’ve been mulling over a big life or career change). The universe is trying to send you a message today, so pay attention!
December 26: The final full moon of 2023 is here! This full moon is in Cancer, and it’s illuminating all of your deepest, tenderest emotions. There are times when it makes sense to cover up your feelings, but this isn’t one of them. Be honest with the people you love—and with yourself—and it’ll be surprisingly empowering.
December 27: At last! This is one of the very luckiest days of 2023. When the sun vibes with Jupiter, we all reap the benefits. Take advantage of the good energy by: believing in yourself! Moving with confidence! Asking for what you want! Most of all, treat others with generosity: the universe will reward you.
Plus, looking ahead, Mercury retrograde ends on January 1, a perfect start to the new year. What else does 2024 have in store for you? You’d just have to check out your 2024 horoscope to find out!