On July 29th, 2026, the Full Moon rises at 6° Aquarius — and it is the emotional and collective peak of Barbault’s Basket, the most significant astrological configuration of the century. The Sun is conjunct Jupiter almost to the exact minute in Leo. The Moon is conjunct Pluto retrograde and Pallas Athene retrograde in Aquarius. Uranus in Gemini trines the Moon and sextiles both the Sun and Jupiter simultaneously.

Leo is the sign of royalty, of those who hold power by virtue of who they are. Aquarius is the sign of the people, of the collective, of the future. This Full Moon is the confrontation between those two realities at maximum intensity — and it marks the beginning of a collective reckoning with power that will build through the end of 2026 and into 2027.

Saturn stations retrograde on July 26th, 2026, at 14°45’ Aries — and does not move direct again until December 10th at 7°55’ Aries. For 137 days, the only planet considered stronger in retrograde than direct turns its full force inward. The inner teacher becomes active. The universal hand of karmic justice — remember, Saturn exalts in Libra — begins its accounting. 

In this article, professional astrologer and award-winning author Narayana Montufar walks through everything you need to know: what Saturn retrograde actually means and why it is uniquely powerful, as well as five key Saturn Retrograde Dates to put on your calendar. 

On July 7th, 2026, Neptune stations retrograde at 4°25’ Aries — and for 158 days, until December 12th, the great hypnotist of the solar system turns inward. The spell lifts. And what we have been seeing through Neptune’s glamorous glow finally reveals itself for what it actually is.

This retrograde cannot be understood without the Saturn-Neptune conjunction that happened at the very beginning of 2026 — a once-in-35-years alignment that set in motion the dissolution of the old foundations of our society and the beginning of building new ones. Neptune retrograde is the review period of that process.

The New Moon in Cancer on July 14, 2026 at 21° arrives conjunct Mercury retrograde and squared by Vesta and Pallas Athene in Aries. Here is everything you need to know about this emotionally charged lunation — and how to work with it.

Jupiter enters Leo on June 30th, 2026—and it will not leave until July 26th, 2027. In this video, I walk you through the first and most powerful chapter of this 13-month transit: what Jupiter in Leo actually means at the collective and personal level, its role as the final piece of Barbault's Basket, the T-square with Pluto in Aquarius and Chiron in Taurus running June 30th through August 15th, the Scorpio release point, and exactly who feels this transit most. This is not a typical Jupiter transit. It is arriving at the center of the most significant astrological configuration of the century—and what happens between now and mid-August is the foundation on which the entire 13-month story is built.

The Full Moon in Capricorn on June 29th is one of the most significant lunations of the entire year—and it arrives on one of the busiest astrological days of 2026. On this same day, Mercury stations retrograde in Cancer and Jupiter enters Leo after nearly a year in Cancer. In this video, I walk you through everything this Full Moon is carrying: its conjunction with the fixed star Facies, the Saturn square activating all cardinal signs, Neptune's intuitive interference, and Jupiter's final, generous gift at 29 degrees of Cancer before it changes signs. This is the before and after. Everything that happens this summer begins here.

Mercury goes retrograde in Cancer on June 29, 2026 at 10:36am PST — and it does not go direct again until July 23 at 3:58pm PST. This is not a typical Mercury retrograde. It is the second of three Mercury retrogrades happening in water signs in 2026, and together they form a grand water trine in Pisces, Cancer, and Scorpio — a continuous thread of emotional recalibration running through the entire year.

In July 2026, all four outer planets — Jupiter, Pluto, Uranus, and Neptune — align at exactly four degrees in a configuration the great French astrologer André Barbault identified decades ago and called The Basket. He described it as the most beneficial astrological configuration of the century and “a splendid relaunch of civilization.”

Jupiter, the planet of luck and expansion, enters Cancer on June 9, 2025, and remains there until the summer of 2026. This marks the first time since 2014 that the planet of abundance, luck, and opportunity is in its exalted sign.

Massive career shifts are coming in 2025! With Pluto in Aquarius, Uranus in Gemini, and Neptune in Aries, industries, jobs, and the way we work are set to evolve. Discover how astrology reveals the future of work and how to align with these powerful changes.

Mark your calendar for December 15, 2024: the Full Moon in Gemini brings opportunities for transformation and growth! Harness this cosmic energy to communicate clearly, reflect through journaling, and embrace creative projects. Stay grounded amidst Neptune’s influence, avoiding misunderstandings and impulsive decisions. Let this Gemini Full Moon inspire personal growth and align you with the cosmos for a meaningful reset.

Mars—the planet of passion, anger, and masculine energy—will be retrograde between December 6, 2023 and February 23, 2025, bringing major collective and personal changes as we transition from 2024 to 2025.

Discover how Mercury Retrograde in Sagittarius (Nov 25–Dec 15, 2024) will impact communication, relationships, and personal growth. Explore tips for navigating this fiery energy and personalized horoscopes for all 12 signs. Learn how to align with Mercury's transformative power and unlock clarity during this celestial event. Book an astrology reading with Narayana Montúfar for deeper insights.

Dive into the transformative energy of Sagittarius season 2024 with this comprehensive astrology guide. Uncover 24 key dates that shape this season, including major aspects like Mercury retrograde, Mars retrograde, Venus in Aquarius, and lunar events. Learn how these cosmic shifts influence relationships, career, and personal growth, offering healing, reflection, and clarity. Whether you're navigating Mars retrograde or looking for insight into your soul's purpose, this guide provides valuable astrological wisdom to help you make the most of this dynamic season.

Discover the transformative power of the Taurus Full Moon on November 15, 2024. Astrologer Narayana Montúfar delves into the lunar energy, its impact on emotions, body, and spirit, and shares rituals to help you stay grounded. Prepare for breakthroughs as Uranus brings change and insight into your life path.

The 2024 new moon in Scorpio, which occurs on Friday, November 1 at 5:47 a.m. Pacific Time / 8:47 a.m. Eastern Time begins a new lunar cycle that peaks at the November 15 full moon in Taurus, and that comes to an end on November 29, 2024. 

This new moon is asking you to embrace The Inner Death… the shattering of your old self so a new version is born in early 2025.

The July 21 Full Moon in Capricorn is a a window into our future, as it activates the powers of Pluto, the planet of power and transformation! Here’s what it means for you and the rituals that you can do to harness its power.

In this article, astrologer Narayana Montúfar takes a deep dive into the meaning of the entrance of Pluto into Aquarius and what it means for all 12 zodiac signs.

In this article, astrologer Narayana Montúfar takes a deep dive into the astronomy, mythology, and astrology of centaur Chiron, also known as the “Wounded Healer,” and what its position in the 12 zodiac signs means.