Why this weekend’s full moon is the smallest and rarest of 2026
This weekend features a rare celestial event: the smallest full moon of the year, a "micromoon," coinciding with a "blue moon" – the second full moon in a single month.
This unique occurrence will be visible alongside Antares, a brilliant red star in the Scorpion constellation, offering a striking visual contrast.
- Rare Blue Micro Moon 2026 set to light up UK skies this weekend Birmingham Live —
- How to Best See This Weekend’s Rare Blue Micromoon Time —
- Look up! Rare blue MICROMOON will peak this weekend - and it won't return until 2053 Daily Mail —
- Rare 'Blue Moon' set to light up UK skies BBC News —
- Rare Blue Moon hides the red light of an ancient star on May 31: Will you be able to see it? Space.com —