We’ve heard of stars aligning—but what happens when the same goes for planets?
That’s right, on Feb. 28, seven planets will align in extraordinary fashion: Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune and Mercury, assembling in what’s known as a planetary parade. (It’s an event for the seven planets that, according to the Independent, likely won’t happen again for another at least 15 years.)
But what does that mean for the zodiac signs? Well, as astrologer Aliza Kelly explained, it doesn’t have the impact that you may guess it would on your astrological chart.
“While this event is occurring astronomically, it isn’t taking place astrologically,” Aliza told E! News, “as in, these planets will not be in the same zodiac signs during that time. However, what we witness from Earth is incredibly meaningful and magical, and we’ll be able to see five planets with the naked eye (Uranus and Neptune are only visible from the telescope).”
And though planet alignments on a smaller scale aren’t as uncommon as you think, per NASA, a parade in the sky such as this can usually last for weeks to a month or more, based on the slow-moving speed of each planet. In, fact, the organization shares that even five-planet events can last for several days as “Mercury briefly emerges from and returns to the Sun’s glare.”
Now, separately, in the world of astrology, Pisces season (Feb. 19-March 20) is in full swing, and as far as which signs will be affected the most at this time, you can get a glimpse at how you’ll fare over here.
But as far as this February alignment goes, all there is to ponder over would be getting a good star-gazing look at the sky. “Just like witnessing a meteor shower,” Aliza noted, “I would absolutely encourage everyone to try and catch this display—and of course—make a wish!”
And may all your wishes come true—that is, until March, which is when the full moon brings forth a total lunar eclipse (no doubt having an impact), reaching its peak on March 14.
