Partial lunar eclipse wows millions worldwide with spectacular crimson moon
Follow our live coverage as we count down to the best lunar eclipse until December 2028, with the latest news, viewing tips and live updates.
The countdown is on for the deep partial lunar eclipse of Aug. 27-28. Over the next week, we'll be bringing you the latest eclipse news, viewing tips, as well as live updates throughout eclipse night.
Although this isn't quite a total lunar eclipse, it's pretty close! At maximum eclipse, 96.2% of the moon will slip into Earth's dark central shadow known as the umbra, according to Time and Date. Much of the moon may take on a rusty red hue, while a thin sliver remains brightly illuminated.
It's the deepest partial lunar eclipse visible anywhere on Earth until Dec. 31, 2028, making it a must-see event worth staying up late — or setting an alarm early — for.
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1 week to go until the deepest partial lunar eclipse until 2028
We're officially one week away from one of the best skywatching events of the year!
On the evening of Aug. 27 (for North America), or the early hours of Aug. 28 (for western Europe), Earth's shadow will creep across the full moon during a very deep partial lunar eclipse. At maximum eclipse, 96.2% of the moon will be immersed in Earth's dark central shadow.
The eclipse will be visible, at least in some part, from North and South America, Europe, Africa and parts of western Asia, weather permitting. Observers in the Americas are well-positioned for the best views while skywatchers across Europe will need to look toward the western horizon before sunrise as the eclipse reaches its peak.
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Daisy is an avid eclipse chaser with a deep appreciation for lunar eclipses. One of her most memorable was the total lunar eclipse of Sept. 7, 2025, which she watched from Barcelona.
Why this partial lunar eclipse is one you won't want to miss
When most people hear the words "partial lunar eclipse," they might often assume it will be less impressive than a total eclipse, and not really worth the effort to try and see it. But the Aug. 27-28 eclipse is anything but ordinary.
At maximum eclipse, 96.2% of the moon will be immersed in Earth's umbra, the darkest part of our planet's shadow. That means only a thin sliver of the lunar surface will remain directly illuminated by the sun, while the rest of the moon will take on a deep reddish-orange hue.
If you miss this one, you'll have to wait until Dec. 31, 2028 for another lunar eclipse that rivals it in spectacle. So whether you're planning on staying up late in the US or setting your alarms early in Europe, this is one skywatching show that's well worth making time for!
Daisy is an avid eclipse chaser with a deep appreciation for lunar eclipses. One of her most memorable was the total lunar eclipse of Sept. 7, 2025, which she watched from Barcelona.
Where will the Aug. 27-28 partial lunar eclipse be visible?
The good news is that unlike a solar eclipse, a lunar eclipse can be seen from anywhere the moon is above the horizon. That means millions of skywatchers worldwide will have a chance to witness at least part of the Aug. 27-28 eclipse, weather permitting.
The best views will be from North and South America, where the entire eclipse will be visible. Across Europe and Africa, the eclipse takes place before dawn on Aug. 28, with the moon setting during the latter stages of the event.
Read more: Partial lunar eclipse August 2026: Where will it be visible from?
Daisy is an avid eclipse chaser with a deep appreciation for lunar eclipses. One of her most memorable was the total lunar eclipse of Sept. 7, 2025, which she watched from Barcelona.
How to view a partial lunar eclipse
One of the wonderful things about a lunar eclipse is that it can be witnessed by everyone who happens to be on the night side of Earth as it occurs, weather permitting.
You don't need any special equipment like eclipse glasses to enjoy the show. Simply step outside and look up to see Earth's curved inner shadow crawl across the moon in a spectacular display of orbital mechanics.
Want a closer look? No problem! It's completely safe to point a pair of binoculars or a telescope at the moon during a lunar eclipse. Doing so will give you a magnified view of the colossal craters and dark lunar seas that mark the moon's near side as they fall within the umbral shadow.
3 days to go! Here's everything you need to know
The deep partial lunar eclipse is just a few days away, so now is the perfect time to start planning how you're going to view the "almost blood moon".
At maximum eclipse, 96.2% of the moon's surface will be covered by Earth's dark central shadow known as the umbra. While the moon won't be completely eclipsed — so this isn't technically a "blood moon" — much of the lunar surface is expected to take on a reddish-orange hue, with just a thin sliver remaining brightly illuminated.
Check out our complete guide to the Aug. 27-28 partial lunar eclipse to make sure you're ready for the "almost blood moon".
Daisy is an avid eclipse chaser with a deep appreciation for lunar eclipses. One of her most memorable was the total lunar eclipse of Sept. 7, 2025, which she watched from Barcelona.
What will happen during each stage of the partial lunar eclipse?
A partial lunar eclipse has five distinct phases that occur simultaneously for everyone on the night side of Earth as our planet slips between the sun and its natural satellite during the full moon phase.
The eclipse begins as Earth's outer penumbral shadow subtly darkens the moon, after which the inner umbral shadow reveals our planet's curved silhouette as it advances across the lunar disk.
Read more: What to expect from each stage of the partial lunar eclipse on Aug. 27-28
What time is the partial lunar eclipse?
Planning to watch the deep partial lunar eclipse this week? You'll want to make sure you're looking up at the right time.
The eclipse begins at 9:23 p.m. EDT on Aug. 27 (0123 GMT on Aug. 28), when the moon enters Earth's faint outer shadow, known as the penumbra. From then, the eclipse will deepen and become more visible over several hours as the moon passes into Earth's darker umbral shadow, ultimately leaving 96.2% of the lunar surface covered at its peak.
For key timings and when exactly to look up, check out our guide on when the partial lunar eclipse will occur.
Daisy is an avid eclipse chaser with a deep appreciation for lunar eclipses. One of her most memorable was the total lunar eclipse of Sept. 7, 2025, which she watched from Barcelona.
Want to photograph the lunar eclipse? Here are our top photography tips
Planning to watch the deep partial lunar eclipse on Aug. 27-28? Why not try capturing it on camera too? Photographing a lunar eclipse is considerably easier than photographing a solar eclipse — you don't need any special filters to safely photograph the moon. But getting a sharp, well-exposed shot as the moon darkens and takes on a reddish hue can still be tricky, particularly as light levels change throughout the eclipse.
A little preparation can go a long way. Our guide to photographing a lunar eclipse covers everything you need to know, from choosing the right equipment and camera settings to focusing on the moon and getting creative with composition.
Daisy is an avid eclipse chaser with a deep appreciation for lunar eclipses. One of her most memorable was the total lunar eclipse of Sept. 7, 2025, which she watched from Barcelona.
Why do eclipses come in pairs?
Solar and lunar eclipses tend to occur in close proximity to one another when the moon reaches an ascending or descending "node" in its orbit of Earth. These invisible points in space exist where the moon's tilted orbit crosses the the flat plane on which our planet orbits the sun, which is known as the ecliptic.
When this happens, we experience an "eclipse season", where there is a solar eclipse during the new moon and a lunar eclipse during a neighboring full moon phase, as the Earth and moon are lined up to pass between one another and the sun. An eclipse season can also occur in the opposite order, with a lunar eclipse preceding a solar eclipse.
Read more: Why solar and lunar eclipses come in pairs — and what an eclipse season really is.
Can't see the lunar eclipse from where you are? Watch it live online
Cloudy skies threatening to spoil your view of the Aug. 27-28 partial lunar eclipse? Or perhaps the eclipse isn't visible from your location? Don't worry, you can still watch all the action unfold live online.
Several eclipse livestreams will give you a front-row seat as the moon turns an eerie red as 96.2% of the lunar surface becomes immersed in shadow at maximum eclipse.
Check out our lunar eclipse livestream guide for all the best free broadcasts on eclipse day.
Daisy is an avid eclipse chaser with a deep appreciation for lunar eclipses. One of her most memorable was the total lunar eclipse of Sept. 7, 2025, which she watched from Barcelona.
Why is the full moon during the lunar eclipse called the "Sturgeon Moon"?
Every full moon comes with its own set of traditional names inspired by events that occur around the time of their rising.
August's full moon is often called the "Sturgeon Moon", because sturgeon in the Great Lakes and Lake Champlain were historically most readily caught at this time of year and were an important food source for Native American peoples living in the region, according to the Old Farmer's Almanac.
It's also been called the "Corn Moon" (Algonquin, Ojibwe), the "Harvest Moon" (Dakota) and the "Mountain Shadows Moon" (Tlingit). Let us know your preferred name for the August full moon in the comments below!
Read More: August Full Moon 2026: When, where and how to see the Sturgeon Moon.
How many people will see August's partial lunar eclipse?
A partial lunar eclipse is one of the most accessible skywatching events that the solar system has to offer. Everyone on the night side of Earth at the time of the eclipse will get to see our planet's shadow encroach on the lunar disk overnight on Aug. 27-28.
North America and South America have the best seats in the house, with up to 987 million people positioned to witness the entirety of the partial stage of the eclipse, according to TimeandDate.com. Meanwhile, a staggering 3.34 billion people will get a chance to see some part of the partial phase of the lunar eclipse as it unfolds in the skies over the Americas, Europe and Africa.
Read more: Partial lunar eclipse August 2026: Where will it be visible from?
Tonight's the night! Don't miss the deep partial lunar eclipse
The wait is almost over! Tonight, Aug. 27-28, a spectacular deep partial lunar eclipse will sweep across the full Sturgeon Moon, with up to 96.2% of the lunar surface slipping deep into Earth's dark umbral shadow at maximum eclipse.
The eclipse will be visible from large parts of North and South America, Europe and Africa, but exactly what you'll see will depend on your location (and weather!)
Read more: An impressive partial lunar eclipse will turn the moon an eerie red for millions of people tonight
Daisy is an avid eclipse chaser with a deep appreciation for lunar eclipses. One of her most memorable was the total lunar eclipse of Sept. 7, 2025, which she watched from Barcelona.
What time is tonight's lunar eclipse?
Tonight is the night! The moon is about to pass deep into Earth's shadow during a spectacular partial lunar eclipse.
The penumbral phase begins at 9:23 p.m. EDT on Aug. 27 (0123 GMT on Aug. 28), but this will be tricky to spot as the shadow is very faint. Things will start to get interesting around 10:33 p.m. EDT on Aug. 27 (0233 GMT on Aug. 28), when the partial phase begins.
Check out our complete lunar eclipse timings guide to find out when to look up tonight and make sure you don't miss the "almost blood moon."
Daisy is an avid eclipse chaser with a deep appreciation for lunar eclipses. One of her most memorable was the total lunar eclipse of Sept. 7, 2025, which she watched from Barcelona.
Can't see tonight's lunar eclipse? Watch it live online
You don't need clear skies — or even to be within the eclipse visibility zone — to enjoy tonight's spectacular celestial show. (You just have to hope that the people with these cameras are!)
Several livestreams will bring you views of the Aug. 27-28 partial lunar eclipse so you can watch from the comfort of your own home as Earth's shadow creeps across the moon.
At maximum eclipse, 96.2% of the lunar surface will be immersed in Earth's dark umbral shadow, creating a dramatic "almost blood moon".
Check out our lunar eclipse livestream guide!
Stay tuned! We'll be back later to bring you all the lunar eclipse action here in the live blog so you'll never miss a moment. My alarm is already set … see you soon!
Daisy is an avid eclipse chaser with a deep appreciation for lunar eclipses. One of her most memorable was the total lunar eclipse of Sept. 7, 2025, which she watched from Barcelona.
It's begun! The lunar eclipse is now underway
And we're off! The deep partial lunar eclipse of Aug. 27-28 has officially begun.
At 9:23 p.m. EDT on Aug. 27 (0123 GMT on Aug. 28), the moon began entering Earth's penumbra — the faint outer part of our planet's shadow.
Don't expect anything too dramatic just yet. During the early penumbral phase, the change can be very subtle, with a slight dimming appearing across the lunar surface.
But things are about to get much more interesting. The partial phase begins at 10:33 p.m. EDT (0233 GMT), when Earth's much darker umbral shadow starts creeping across the moon.
Stay with us as we follow all the action!
Daisy is an avid eclipse chaser with a deep appreciation for lunar eclipses. One of her most memorable was the total lunar eclipse of Sept. 7, 2025, which she watched from Barcelona.
The lunar eclipse livestream has begun!
Good morning! It's been an early alarm here in the U.K. — or, for those of you who haven't gone to bed yet, good evening!
Time and Date's lunar eclipse livestream is beginning, and you can watch all the action unfold live on the Space.com homepage or head over to our lunar eclipse livestream page.
Right now, the moon is passing through Earth's faint outer shadow, known as the penumbra. The effects during this stage are very subtle, so don't worry if you're struggling to spot much of a difference just yet.
Things will start getting much more interesting at 10:33 p.m. EDT on Aug. 27 (0233 GMT on Aug. 28), when the partial phase begins and Earth's much darker umbral shadow starts creeping across the lunar surface.
Grab a coffee, get comfortable and join us — the best is yet to come!
Daisy is an avid eclipse chaser with a deep appreciation for lunar eclipses. One of her most memorable was the total lunar eclipse of Sept. 7, 2025, which she watched from Barcelona.
The partial phase has begun — here we go!
Time to make another coffee, because things are getting serious now!
At 10:33 p.m. EDT on Aug. 27 (0233 GMT on Aug. 28), the edge of Earth's dark central shadow, known as the umbra, began moving across the lunar surface.
Over the next hour and a half, more and more of the moon will disappear into Earth's shadow as we build toward maximum eclipse.
Unlike the subtle penumbral phase, this stage should be much easier to spot. Look for a dark "bite" appearing on one side of the full moon and gradually growing as the eclipse deepens.
Daisy is an avid eclipse chaser with a deep appreciation for lunar eclipses. One of her most memorable was the total lunar eclipse of Sept. 7, 2025, which she watched from a beach in Barcelona.
Earth's shadow is sweeping across the moon — T-1 hour to maximum eclipse!
Now we're talking! The eclipse is deepening as Earth's umbral shadow steadily spreads across the lunar surface.
As more of the moon enters the umbra, keep an eye on the shadowed portion. You may notice it beginning to take on a reddish or coppery hue.
That color is caused by sunlight filtering through Earth's atmosphere before reaching the moon.
We're now an hour away from the main event, with maximum eclipse coming at 12:12 a.m. EDT (0412 GMT).
Daisy is an avid eclipse chaser with a deep appreciation for lunar eclipses. One of her most memorable was the total lunar eclipse of Sept. 7, 2025, which she watched from a beach in Barcelona.
The moon is starting to turn red
As we approach maximum eclipse, Earth's dark umbral shadow is covering more and more of the lunar surface.
We are now starting to see the shadowed portion of the moon turn red! If you're able and are not clouded out like I am ... head outside and take a look!
Daisy is an avid eclipse chaser with a deep appreciation for lunar eclipses. One of her most memorable was the total lunar eclipse of Sept. 7, 2025, which she watched from a beach in Barcelona.
Less than 30 minutes until maximum eclipse!
If you're still awake with us — or you've just dragged yourself out of bed after setting an early alarm — you've picked a good time to join. We're now less than half an hour from maximum eclipse!
The moon is moving even deeper into Earth's umbral shadow, with only a shrinking portion of its surface remaining directly illuminated by the sun.
At maximum eclipse, a whopping 96.2% of the lunar surface will be covered by Earth's umbra. It won't quite reach totality, but it should come remarkably close to looking like a total "blood moon".
Maximum eclipse occurs at 12:12 a.m. EDT (0412 GMT).
I'm all clouded out, I hope you are having more luck! Good job I've got these lunar eclipse livestreams to keep me entertained!
Daisy is an avid eclipse chaser with a deep appreciation for lunar eclipses. One of her most memorable was the total lunar eclipse of Sept. 7, 2025, which she watched from a beach in Barcelona.
Maximum eclipse! 96% of the moon is in Earth's shadow
This is it! The Aug. 27-28 deep partial lunar eclipse has reached its spectacular maximum. Just missing out on a full "blood moon".
At 12:12 a.m. EDT (0412 GMT), 96.2% of the lunar surface was covered by Earth's dark umbral shadow, leaving just a thin sliver of the moon directly illuminated by the sun.
This isn't technically a total lunar eclipse — the entire moon never enters the umbra — but it is pretty close. Much of the eclipsed moon appears reddish or coppery, creating the appearance of an "almost blood moon".
If you've got clear skies, take a good look now — this is the deepest point of the eclipse. And for everyone else who stayed up late or (like me) set an extremely early alarm for this… hopefully it was worth it!
But stay with us… There are more eclipse shenanigans to be had.
Daisy is an avid eclipse chaser with a deep appreciation for lunar eclipses. One of her most memorable was the total lunar eclipse of Sept. 7, 2025, which she watched from a beach in Barcelona.
Don't go back to bed just yet! The eclipse isn't over
Maximum eclipse may be behind us, but there's still plenty of celestial action to come.
The moon is now slowly moving back out of Earth's umbral shadow, essentially reversing the sequence we've just watched. The brightly illuminated portion of the lunar surface will gradually grow as Earth's shadow retreats.
The partial phase continues until 1:51 a.m. EDT (0551 GMT), so don't head back to bed just yet. (please, stay with me here… go on, get another coffee...)
For observers across parts of Europe, the moon is now sinking toward the western horizon as dawn approaches, potentially making for some beautiful views of the partially eclipsed moon low in the sky.
Daisy is an avid eclipse chaser with a deep appreciation for lunar eclipses. One of her most memorable was the total lunar eclipse of Sept. 7, 2025, which she watched from a beach in Barcelona.
Stunning lunar eclipse views over Lake Ohrid
We're starting to see some fantastic images from the lunar eclipse!
These beautiful views come from Ohrid, North Macedonia, where photographer Dimitar Birachoski captured the partially eclipsed moon above Lake Ohrid as it sank toward the horizon.
Local conditions meant the deepest, reddest stages of the eclipse weren't visible before the moon disappeared from view. Sunrise was approaching, while Saharan dust and cloud also affected the view.
"Even if it was 5 a.m., I stayed, photographed and created some good photos," [NAME] told Space.com. "Feeling tired, and also a little bit sad because we were unable to see the 'red phase,' but that's it."
The images were captured using a Nikon Z6 III with a Sigma 120-400mm lens and a DJI Mavic 4 Pro.
Daisy is an avid eclipse chaser with a deep appreciation for lunar eclipses. One of her most memorable was the total lunar eclipse of Sept. 7, 2025, which she watched from a beach in Barcelona.
Clouds part just in time for a stunning near-total eclipse view
Talk about perfect timing!
Photographer Kevin McCarthy captured this striking close-up of the near-total lunar eclipse from Charlotte, North Carolina, after spending much of the night wondering whether the weather would cooperate.
"With thunderstorms in the area throughout the night, I was worried I may miss the chance to capture this event," McCarthy told Space.com. "But, at the last minute, as the maximum shadow coverage approached, the clouds parted long enough for me to get the shot."
And what a shot it is! At maximum eclipse, 96.2% of the lunar surface slipped into Earth's dark umbral shadow, leaving just a thin, brightly illuminated sliver.
Daisy is an avid eclipse chaser with a deep appreciation for lunar eclipses. One of her most memorable was the total lunar eclipse of Sept. 7, 2025, which she watched from a beach in Barcelona.
Lunar eclipse unfolds over Sicily
What a great way to see the eclipse unfold!
This composite image from Giuseppe Pappa captures the progression of the partial lunar eclipse as seen from Pedara, Sicily, Italy, on Aug. 28.
The sequence beautifully shows Earth's shadow moving across the lunar surface as the eclipse progresses.
The images were captured using a Canon 760D camera and a 300mm lens.
Daisy is an avid eclipse chaser with a deep appreciation for lunar eclipses. One of her most memorable was the total lunar eclipse of Sept. 7, 2025, which she watched from a beach in Barcelona.
The eclipsed moon is setting over Europe but continues for the US
Good morning skywatchers in Europe! While the eclipse continues elsewhere in the world, the show is coming to an end for observers here. So you may now go to bed; you are excused. Not me, though; I'm here for the long haul…
The partially eclipsed moon is now setting in the west as dawn brightens the sky. Exactly when moonset occurs depends on your location, but for those with a clear western horizon, the final views could be particularly striking.
The eclipse itself isn't over, though. Across North and South America, the moon remains above the horizon with Earth's umbral shadow continuing to retreat across the lunar surface.
We will continue to share your amazing photos as they come in! Want to share a photo of the lunar eclipse? Please send your photo(s), comments, and your name and location to spacephotos@space.com.
Daisy is an avid eclipse chaser with a deep appreciation for lunar eclipses. One of her most memorable was the total lunar eclipse of Sept. 7, 2025, which she watched from a beach in Barcelona.
From full moon to 'almost blood moon' over Phoenix
What a transformation!
This beautiful composite image from the Phoenix metro area captures the moon's journey from the bright full Sturgeon Moon to the dramatic 96% partial lunar eclipse.
Photographer Kohinoor Kar was treated to relatively clear skies throughout the evening, allowing him to capture the eclipse as Earth's shadow progressively swept across the lunar surface.
At maximum eclipse, 96.2% of the moon was covered by Earth's dark umbral shadow, leaving only a thin sliver directly illuminated by the sun.
Daisy is an avid eclipse chaser with a deep appreciation for lunar eclipses. One of her most memorable was the total lunar eclipse of Sept. 7, 2025, which she watched from a beach in Barcelona.
The partial phase of the lunar eclipse is over
The partial phase of the lunar eclipse has officially come to an end. Womp womp.
At 1:51 a.m. EDT (0551 GMT), the last of the moon emerged from Earth's dark umbral shadow, bringing more than three hours of partial eclipse to a close.
The event isn't technically over just yet. The moon is still passing through Earth's much fainter penumbral shadow, but the remaining changes will be considerably more subtle.
The penumbral phase — and the eclipse itself — ends at 3:01 a.m. EDT (0701 GMT). We're almost there!
Daisy is an avid eclipse chaser with a deep appreciation for lunar eclipses. One of her most memorable was the total lunar eclipse of Sept. 7, 2025, which she watched from a beach in Barcelona.
That's a wrap! The lunar eclipse is over. Stay tuned for more incredible photographs
And that's a wrap! Five hours and 38 minutes, several cups of coffee and one spectacular "almost blood moon" later, the Aug. 27-28 lunar eclipse is officially over.
At 3:01 a.m. EDT (0701 GMT), the moon completely left Earth's penumbral shadow, bringing the celestial show to a close.
At its peak, 96.2% of the lunar surface was immersed in Earth's umbra, producing a spectacular sight for skywatchers across much of the world.
We'll be bringing you some of the best photos and reactions from the eclipse, so stay tuned to our live coverage — and let us know in the comments if you managed to see it!
As for me? I may go and make another coffee… and hand over live blog updates to my colleague Anthony Wood, who will be taking us through the best photos and when we can expect to see the next lunar eclipse!
Daisy is an avid eclipse chaser with a deep appreciation for lunar eclipses. One of her most memorable was the total lunar eclipse of Sept. 7, 2025, which she watched from a beach in Barcelona.
See magnificent photos of August's 96% partial lunar eclipse
August's deep lunar eclipse put on a truly spectacular show overnight as Earth's shadow swept across the face of its natural satellite, dying the Sturgeon Moon a deep crimson around the point of maximum eclipse.
Photographers were ready and waiting to capture each moment, revealing the colossal curve of our planet's silhouette as it inexorably consumed 96% of the moon's disk, before steadily retreating from the lunar disk in the hours that followed.
Check out our partial lunar eclipse photo wrap for the most incredible views of August's "almost blood moon"!
What did our ancestors think was happening during a lunar eclipse?
In the modern age, we see a lunar eclipse for what it is — a spectacular quirk of orbital mechanics that arises because the moon is just the right size, at just the right distance from Earth to perfectly block the disk of our parent star.
But our ancestors had their own interpretations of a lunar eclipse, often misinterpreting the appearance of Earth's creeping shadow on the lunar disk as a portent of doom!
The people of ancient Mesopotamia would literally hide their king during a lunar eclipse out of fear that he may fall under attack just as the moon was accosted by Earth's shadow, according to the Old Farmer's Almanac. The Incan people, meanwhile, believed that a great predator had attacked the moon, turning it red, and would raise a great clamour and set their dogs barking to scare it off.
When is the next lunar eclipse?
August's partial eclipse put on an incredible show as the sun, Earth and moon aligned to give rise to an almost blood moon eclipse. But how long will we have to wait for another?
Well, it depends what you're looking for. The next lunar eclipse will occur overnight on Feb. 20, 2027, when the lunar disk slips inside Earth's outer penumbral shadow. The darkening during this eclipse will be subtle, to say the least, becoming most easily seen at 6:12 p.m. EST (2312 GMT) on Feb. 20, as the moon passes closer to our planet's inner umbral shadow, according to Time and Date.
But the next lunar eclipse to rival August's natural light show won't occur until New Year's Eve in December 2028, when a gorgeous total lunar eclipse will cause a magnificent "Blood Moon" to appear in the skies over Asia, Australia and the Pacific.