Overview

• The celestial event will last for about an hour before the sky brightens, making early viewing essential.
• Venus and Saturn will form the 'eyes' of the smiley face, with the crescent Moon creating the 'mouth.'
• Due to brightness differences, Venus will outshine Saturn, resulting in a slanted and uneven 'face.'
• Observers should find a clear eastern horizon for optimal visibility, with binoculars or telescopes enhancing the view.
• The conjunction follows the Lyrid meteor shower peak and is part of a series of rare astronomical alignments in 2024–2025.