04/01/2026
We’re keeping it real for April 1st, no pranks here! The 'Pink Moon' that occurs tonight is not actually going to be pink! I know - booo. No color changes, just a stunning full moon named for spring flowers.
The 2026 Pink Moon (April's full moon) will reach peak illumination on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at 10:12 p.m. EDT. While it will not appear pink in color, this full moon symbolizes the start of spring and is named after early blooming wildflowers, such as creeping phlox.
Key Details for the April 2026 Full Moon:
Best Viewing: The moon will rise in the East after sunset on April 1.
Alternative Names: Often called the Sprouting Grass Moon, Egg Moon, or Fish Moon, it is also known as the Paschal Moon.
Why April 1? The Old Farmer's Almanac uses this name for April's moon to mark the beginning of spring's wildflowers.
Appearance: While usually white, the moon may appear as a deeper yellow, orange, or gold when close to the horizon due to atmospheric conditions
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