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🌠 April 21–22: Lyrid Meteor Shower PeakThe Lyrids, one of the oldest known meteor showers, will reach their peak on the night of April 21 and early morning of April 22. Observers can expect up to 20 meteors per hour under dark skies. The best viewing is after midnight, away from city lights. ​🌅 April 25: 'Smiley Face' Conjunction of Venus, Saturn, and the MoonOn the morning of April 25, a rare and delightful sight awaits: Venus, Saturn, and a thin crescent Moon will align to form a 'smiley face' in the sky. This celestial arrangement will be visible near the eastern horizon just before sunrise. ​✨ April 27: Venus at Greatest BrightnessVenus will shine at its brightest on April 27, making it the most luminous object in the night sky after the Moon. Look for it in the eastern sky before dawn, where it will outshine all other stars and planets.​🪐 April 29: Planetary Alignment of Four PlanetsOn April 29, a stunning alignment of four planets—Jupiter, Mars, Saturn, and Venus—will be visible in the pre-dawn sky. This rare event offers a beautiful spectacle as the planets line up diagonally across the sky.​These events offer a fantastic opportunity for both amateur and seasoned astronomers to enjoy the wonders of the night sky. Don't forget to mark your calendars and find a dark spot away from city lights for the best viewing experience!