Venus, Saturn and Moon to form ‘Smiley Face’ in sky on April 25
A rare celestial event brings Venus, Saturn, and the Crescent Moon together to create a "smiley face" in the early morning sky.
- Venus, Saturn, and the Crescent Moon will form a “smiley face” in the morning sky
- The event will be visible around 5:00–5:30 AM local time, just before sunrise
- Clear skies and a good eastern horizon are essential to catch this rare celestial display
If you’ve been hearing about the “smiley face” in the sky this week, you might be curious about what’s actually going on.
Let’s break it down, clear up any confusion, and show you exactly what this celestial smiley face is all about!
On April 25, 2025, Venus, Saturn, and the crescent Moon will align to create a rare sight in the early morning sky. While it may not look exactly like the cartoonish “smiley face” you’re imagining, these three cosmic bodies will form a pattern that, when tilted on its side, resembles a face.
The crescent Moon makes the “smile,” Venus represents the right eye, and Saturn takes its place as the left eye.
This “smiley face” will be visible around 5:00–5:30 AM local time, low on the eastern horizon, and is sure to delight those who catch it—though you’ll need a clear view and good timing to see it in all its glory. Venus, the brightest of the three, will rise first, followed by the faint Saturn and the crescent Moon.
Keep in mind, while the alignment is stunning, Saturn’s faintness and its low position in the sky might make it challenging for some to spot.
So, if you want to see this celestial smile, be sure to get up early, find an unobstructed eastern horizon, and avoid using binoculars to protect your eyes from the rising Sun’s glare.
Get ready for this unique, celestial “face” in the sky—just in time to welcome the weekend!
