But January's full moon isn't the only lunar event to look forward to in 2026. From an eclipse and a blue moon to super moons, these are the events you should mark your calendar for. The first full moon will take place on Saturday, Jan. 3, and it will also be a super moon.

Moon watchers will have plenty to enjoy in 2026 with three supermoons and two lunar eclipses during the year. Each month brings its own full moon, and each has its own name and traditions, based on local Indigenous cultures.

Below is the full moon and new moon lunar calendar for 2026, with times listed for the Eastern time zone. Moon phase times and dates vary by location around the world, according to the Time and Date website, which offers specific times for all the lunar phases for any desired location.

While we won’t have a front row seat to every celestial event across the globe in 2026, here’s a few the Midlands can see before the next astronomical season - spring.

Yes, there will be a total solar eclipse on Aug. 12, 2026, according to Time and Date. In Rhode Island, it will only be visible as a partial solar eclipse, with a maximum of not even 15% of the sun obscured. It will hit maximum coverage just before 2 p.m.

From the Harvest Moon to the Cold Moon, discover when the full moons rise in 2026 and what makes each one unique for night sky viewing.

From a January supermoon to a total lunar eclipse and a blood moon, the new year offers plenty of reasons to look up.

Mark your calendars, Mississippi skygazers. Here's every full moon in 2026 with the local times you need to know. Watch supermoons, lunar eclipses

On March 3, 2026, skygazers around the world will be treated to one of the most dramatic skywatching events that nature has to offer—the blood moon. According to NASA, a total lunar eclipse shall occur on the date, transforming our white neighbor into a glowing red one as it passes completely into Earth's shadow.