Six Planets Align In Rare Planetary Parade On February 28

On February 28, 2026, a rare planetary alignment will occur, featuring six planets—Mercury, Venus, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune—visible in the evening sky. This celestial event, referred to as a 'planetary parade,' will be best viewed approximately 30 minutes after sunset, with optimal visibility conditions expected if the skies remain clear. According to ProPakistani, 'the alignment will feature Mercury, Venus, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune,' with the naked eye visibility for Mercury, Venus, Jupiter, and Saturn, while Uranus and Neptune will require binoculars or a telescope. NASA notes that such alignments are uncommon, with groupings of six or more planets happening only once every few decades. The last similar event occurred in 2000, making this a significant occasion for stargazers and astronomy enthusiasts alike.