Sky gazers will get a peek at what has been called a "parade of planets," where this time around, up to seven planets may appear to line up.

A very rare treat is about to grace Earth's night skies.

From the northern lights ringing in the New Year to a spectacular meteor shower, January is shaping up to be an exciting month for stargazers. In fact, every night this month there is something to admire in the night sky, as a four-planet conjunction of Venus, Saturn, Jupiter, and Mars will be visible throughout January.

Stargazers get ready as this January into February is the chance to catch one of the best planetary displays for years. This is known as planetary alignment - or a planet parade. You'll be able to spot some celestial bodies with just your eyes while others can be seen through a telescope.

On January 25, 2025, the cosmos will present a spectacular event known as a planetary alignment, where all major planets in our solar system will line up in a harmonious formation. This celestial phenomenon is not merely a visual delight;