
Fresh off the somewhat lackluster solar eclipse Miami got to see earlier this month, another celestial event is set to illuminate our skies this Tuesday, April 23! Known as a “Pink Moon,” the moon will be visible as a full moon and will appear for around three days, according to NASA.
Why is it called a Pink Moon?
Don’t expect the moon to have a Barbie pink glow to it, however. Originating from early Native American cultures, it gets its name from the early springtime blooms of a wildflower native to eastern North America Phlox subulata, a.k.a. “moss pink.” Phlox can range in color from light pink to violet.

Despite its lack of pink coloration, what you will see is a golden (or even orange!) hue as the full moon rises above the horizon.
How to see the Pink Moon
To get a glimpse of the stunning lunar display, the Pink Moon will make its way into the sky on Tuesday, April 23, and is expected to reach peak visibility at 7:49 p.m. Eastern Time, according to NASA. It will maintain its full appearance until Thursday morning, so make sure to keep your eyes peeled! The Old Farmer’s Almanac suggests you find an open area for the best viewing of the moon, as it rises just above the horizon, at which point it will appear its biggest.
The next full moon is set to take place on May 23, and it’ll keep up with the spring theme. It’s called the “Flower Moon,” marking the time of year when everything is in bloom. Following this will be a Strawberry Moon on June 21 and Buck Moon on July 21.