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When's the next 'parade of planets'? The past, present and future of planetary alignments

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The recent "planetary parade" was an interesting celestial event that likely spurred even infrequent skywatchers to seek out the seven planets.

It is highly unusual for three or more bright planets to appear in the same small area of the sky.

No astrologer can predict from planetary alignments or any other celestial configuration when a specific event, good or bad, will occur on Earth .

It's highly unusual for three or more bright planets to appear in the same small area of the sky.

In 2026 , Mercury , Mars and Saturn will squeeze into a space measuring less than 1.7 degrees .

On Oct. 22, 2028 , we will have a near-replication of the great alignments of 2020 and 2025 .

On Sept. 8, 2040 , five brightest planets will fit inside a circle 9.3 degrees in diameter.

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