A rare celestial event is about to light up the night sky, and stargazers across the United States may want to mark their calendars now. This weekend brings a highly anticipated Blue Moon, giving skywatchers a chance to witness a glowing full moon rising dramatically after sunset. Despite its name, the moon will not actually appear blue, but it could look enormous, golden-orange and unusually striking as it climbs above the horizon.
The lunar event arrives during an already active stretch for astronomy fans, with bright planets like Venus and Jupiter continuing their slow-motion dance in the evening sky.
