The new year holds several astronomical events Oklahomans can enjoy, one of which has already begun. Here are some major space events to see in 2025.

Keep your eyes on the sky this upcoming year for a chance to spot breathtaking meteor showers, a special view of Saturn and a blood-red moon

As 2025 begins, you can easily spot four planets in the evening sky. Venus, Saturn, Jupiter and Mars all shine brightly every night after sunset in January and February. In January and February, look for Venus and Saturn in the southwestern sky and Jupiter and Mars toward the southeast.

The first full moon of 2025 is called the Wolf Moon. It's also a supermoon, set to appear in night skies Jan. 13, and will pass in front of Mars during a phenomenon known as occultation. People across the United States should be able to see the moon covering Mars before the red planet eventually shows itself again.

A rundown of some of the exciting sky events — including meteor showers and the first total lunar eclipse for the U.S. since 2022 — that will take place this year.

Quadrantid meteor shower, a Wolf Moon, Venus' shadow, a total lunar eclipse, Saturn's ring disappearance, a partial solar eclipse, the Lyrid meteor shower, and the conjunction of Venus and Jupiter.