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In U.S. Apr 25, 2025 before sunrise or after sunset 8:04pm Central, 9:04 East, 6:04 pacific timeApril 24-25, 2025: Venus and Saturn will be part of a "mini planet parade" along with the crescent moon and Mercury, appearing low in the eastern sky before sunrise. They will form a loose triangle, which some observers might see as a "smiley face."While these events are often referred to as "lining up," it's important to remember that the planets are not actually aligning in space. They only appear close to each other from our perspective on Earth.For the best viewing experience, find a location with a clear, unobstructed view of the horizon in the direction mentioned (southwest in January, east in April) about 45 minutes before sunrise or after sunset.____On the morning of Thursday, April 24, 2025, Venus and Saturn will appear to be in line with the waning crescent moon in the pre-dawn sky.You'll need to look towards the eastern horizon starting around 5:15 AM local time. * The Moon will be low on the horizon. * Venus will be very bright and located a bit higher than the Moon. * Saturn will be fainter and positioned below and slightly to the right of Venus.Keep in mind that the exact appearance and visibility might vary slightly depending on your specific location and how clear your eastern horizon is.______The crescent moon, Venus, and Saturn will align in the eastern sky before sunrise on Friday, April 25th, 2025. While there isn't a single precise alignment time, the best time to view this celestial "smiley face" will be in the hour leading up to sunrise, which occurs just after 6:30 AM CDT, TEXAS.Here's what to expect: * Time: Look towards the eastern horizon starting around 5:30 AM CDT and continue until sunrise. * Location: Face the eastern part of the sky. * Appearance: Venus will be the brightest object, appearing as the higher "eye" of the smiley face. Saturn will be fainter and located below and to the right of Venus, forming the other "eye." The thin waning crescent moon will be below them and to the left of Saturn, creating the "smile." The entire formation will likely be tilted about 45 degrees to the right relative to the horizon.Keep in mind that Saturn might be a bit challenging to spot due to its lower brightness and its proximity to the horizon as dawn approaches. A clear view of the eastern horizon will be essential for the best viewing experience.