Every year, October—the month during which the sun moves through by partnership-oriented, social butterfly Libra and magnetic, mysterious Scorpio—offers up an abundance of spirited autumnal fun that can do wonders for strengthening your one-on-one relationships. In 2025, the planetary shifts are even more tailored to delivering a hefty dose of spooky season magic, romance and adventure.
A few key days to note as you move through the heart of this meditative, whimsical season:
On Monday, October 6, the full moon in Aries highlights opportunities to own your independence and be brave, daring and bold, especially within your bonds. On the heels of what was sure to be a shakeup-fueling eclipse season, you could feel like you’re finally resolving, better understanding and arriving at a culmination point with issues that arose in September.
The following week, on Monday, October 13, Venus, the planet of love and beauty, moves into Libra, where it’s right at home as Venus rules the sign of the Scales (as well as Taurus). In turn, get ready for one of the best seasons for connecting with a partner — whether romantic, platonic or professional — as well as mediating conflicts. The next day, Tuesday, October 14, Venus harmonizes with both rebellious Uranus and powerful Pluto, delivering breakthroughs and a surge of intensity.
The new moon on Tuesday, October 21 kicks off a new cycle you can harness to set balance-boosting goals you’d like to see manifest over the next two weeks to six months. Then, Wednesday, October 22 is the first day of Scorpio season, an astrological moment that can amplify your focus on intimacy, shared resources, your comfort level in your deepest relationships and your steamiest desires.
Before the month wraps up, on Wednesday, October 29, messenger Mercury moves from secretive, calculating Scorpio — where it’s been since October 6 — into Sagittarius, the mutable fire sign that’s known to be buoyant and unfiltered, offering a sneak peek of the festive season to come.
Here’s how to take advantage of this month’s celestial events, based on your zodiac sign. (Be sure to read both your sun and your rising sign if you know it. If you don’t, you can find it in your birth chart or by using this CafeAstrology calculator.)
Aries
You’re generally more interested in moving forward versus swimming in your feelings, but October delivers big emotions right off the bat, because October 6’s full moon falls in your sign and self-image zone. You’ll be more aware of your needs and might do well to take a step back from your daily grind to prioritize self-care. This self-focus spotlights any imbalances within one-on-one bonds and compels you to take action to rectify any lack of reciprocity. This terrain should feel pretty familiar by now as you’ve been zeroed in on quality time with a significant other or someone special and the goals you share since mid-September, thanks to the sun’s trip through your partnership zone. That trend continues until mid-October, but now, you can gain even more clarity around what you want to achieve and making that happen, thanks to Venus there from October 13 to November 6 and a new moon nudging you to set partnership-related intentions around October 21. When information-gathering Mercury moves into fellow fire sign Sagittarius and activates your adventure sector on October 29, get ready to travel or soak up knowledge in a way that can prove truly eye-opening.
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Taurus
Libra season, which has been in full swing since mid-September, has been intensifying your everyday routine and focus on health matters, because the sun’s been activating your wellness sector. As the month begins, the October 6 full moon in your spirituality zone calls on you to slow down and go inward, prioritizing self-reflection, therapy or any meditative practice that bolsters your inner peace. The same day, anticipate a surge of cerebral energy you can pour into your one-on-one relationships, whether you want to brainstorm a new approach to an ongoing financial goal or plan a future trip together, because Mercury will be in your partnership zone until October 29. And one of the most romantic, optimism-fueling days of the year, especially for you, falls on October 8 when Venus, your ruler, in your self-expression zone harmonizes with lucky Jupiter. Then, from October 13 to November 6, Venus’s time in your wellness zone encourages you to involve your significant other or loved ones in your daily grind, which boosts your productivity and your bliss. Set a related intention around October 21 when the new moon falls there, as well.
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Gemini
With the sun continuing its trip through your romance sector until October 22, the first half of the month invites you to backburner as much challenging, nose-to-the-grindstone work as possible in order to embrace a spontaneous, fun-loving and playful vibe. Although, you can anticipate a heavier tone around October 6’s full moon in your networking and aspirations zone, which compels you to reassess certain friendships, connections to particular groups or even long-term wishes. When emotions run high, you can capitalize on your ruling planet Mercury’s move into your health zone that same day by grounding yourself in your everyday wellness routine. Then, plenty of action in your romance and self-expression sector turns your focus back to creative endeavors, lighthearted experiences with your nearest and dearest: You’ll have social Venus there from October 13 to November 6, supporting your ability to tap into your artistic impulses alongside someone special. And around October 21, the new moon there invites you to set a related intention. Follow your heart, and you might find that booking that weekend getaway with your significant other or besties or taking a dance class bolsters your joy in a whole new way. Then, Mercury enters your partnership sector on October 29, and lively conversations with a romantic partner, loved one, dear friend or colleague can lead to fulfilling collaborations.
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Cancer
The sun has been in your family sector since mid-September, and your home life will continue to be a major focus throughout at least half of this month, too. Around October 6, though, your work life is spotlit by the full moon in your career zone, which could mark a professional pinnacle. Prepare to step into the spotlight, earn a round of applause from higher-ups or feel empowered to redefine what success looks like going forward. The same day, Mercury moves into your romance and self-expression zone, which can magnify your desire — and ability — to pour your emotions into a beloved creative outlet until October 29. Whether you want to plan a trip to a local pumpkin patch or bake up your favorite fall treats together, sweet, heartwarming together time with loved ones is easier to come by once Venus moves through your home zone from October 13 to November 6. And around October 21, the new moon there is an opportunity to clarify a goal you’d like to work toward alongside family members or related to your physical home itself (think redecorating or even relocating). October 22 marks the start of Scorpio season and the sun’s time in your romance sector, and until November 21, you can strengthen your relationships through playful, spontaneous experiences (like impromptu road trips or date nights).
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Leo
As October begins, you could experience an uptick in restlessness, thanks to the full moon in your adventure sector on the 6th. If everyday to-dos that have been stacking up one after the next are taking a toll, it’s time to shake up the mundane and prioritize an eye-opening experience or to take a leap of faith. Your ruler, the vitality-bringing sun, is in your communication sector until October 22, making everyday life feel even busier than usual. Your mental energy is soaring, and you’re craving learning opportunities, ideally alongside friends and colleagues. When romantic Venus bounds into this sector on October 13, connecting with someone in your social circle can lead to crossing the finish line on a gratifying creative endeavor. The new moon there on October 21 offers a dose of the same energy, nudging you to think about how you want to hone a particular skill set or even say “yes” to more travel, socializing and collaboration. Scorpio season, which begins on October 22, turns your focus to family life, as the sun moves through your home zone, and you’ll find that enjoying more bonding time with your nearest and dearest is revitalizing. And you’ll start to get a preview of one of the most fun, romantic and creativity-supporting seasons of the year for you once Mercury moves into your self-expression sector on October 29.
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Virgo
Whether you’re feeling rundown or actually fired up to embrace massive change in your life, either is perfectly normal, given how intense September’s eclipse season has been for you, Virgo. As October begins, another lunar event hits on the 6th: a full moon in your intimacy sector, which could bring resolutions and answers to questions you’ve been exploring over the last two weeks or even six months. Lean on a significant other or loved one to figure out the next best move, because the same day, your ruling planet, Mercury, will move into your communication zone, supporting your ability to have especially productive conversations and to express your ideas even more fluidly than usual. You can also look forward to an uptick of positive energy influencing your moneymaking game plans, because Venus, which oversees earning and values, will be in your income zone from October 13 to November 6. When it connects with Pluto and Uranus on October 14, out-of-the-blue changes impacting your everyday work and professional path could benefit your bottom line. No matter what that part of your life is looking like mid-month, the October 21 new moon there is a chance to key into an ambitious goal linked to your earning potential and self-worth. Detailing your dreams to loved ones can lead to productive game planning as a family once Mercury is in your home zone beginning October 29.
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Libra
October encompasses the second half of your season, with the sun moving through your sign and self-image zone until October 22, continuing to benefit your confidence and support your purpose. But you’ll be urged to step back and take stock of how you’re showing up within your relationships and how they’re supporting your goals around October 6 when the full moon falls in your partnership zone. An ongoing chapter is ending so that a new one can begin, and in turn, making a tough call could be well worth it for your emotional well-being. Mercury will be in your money zone from that same day until October 29, which makes it possible to research and potentially even reach out about new earning opportunities. And you can expect to feel like a magnet for more pleasurable, beauty-boosting experiences once your ruling planet, sweet Venus, is at home in your sign from October 13 to November 6. When it connects harmoniously with game-changer Uranus and transformative Pluto on October 14, you’ll do well to tune into your heart and let your desires fuel vibrant new experiences with a significant other or your social circle. You can set a related intention around October 21 when your annual new moon hits.
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Scorpio
Welcome to a dynamic month that hosts the start of your season, Scorpio! But first, around October 6, the full moon in your wellness zone delivers a breakthrough about your everyday grind. You may be ready to ditch stress-inducing habits in order to pave the way to feeling more centered and vital. The same day, Mercury enters your sign, and you’ll find you can be more assertive and bold when gathering and trading information, especially when it’s related to your most ambitious intentions. You’re already pretty private about your love life and even how you feel about platonic bonds, but from October 13 to November 6, Venus in your spirituality zone could have you holding your cards even closer to the vest than usual. You can more readily sneak away for a quiet couples retreat with your love or prioritize meditative moments, like evening walks, with someone special. Around October 21, when the new moon falls there, make sure to set aside time to check in and think about how you’ve been caring for your psychological well-being. A new approach could prove gratifying. Then, from October 22 to November 21, the sun’s trip through your sign will amplify your vitality and confidence, which you can more easily leverage to pursue your passions and purpose.
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Sagittarius
October can feel like a sleepier month, which can be a bit frustrating for you, given how action-oriented and adventurous you are. But it can still deliver plenty of personal growth and memorable moments. To start, the October 6 full moon empowers you to hit pause on endeavors that aren’t in line with your heart’s desires and to more actively own your artistic voice. The same day, Mercury’s move into your spirituality zone supports your ability to dive into mind-body practices that benefit your overall well-being. You can map out a plan for adding more meditation, yoga or even daily walks into your routine to feel more centered. If you’ve been wanting to go to bat for a promotion, more recognition or greater responsibilities on the job, October 8 could be a beneficial day to go for it, because Venus in your career sector will harmonize with your ruler, lucky Jupiter. And then, from October 13 to November 6, Venus’s time in your groups zone sets the stage for more fun with friends, colleagues and communities you consider yourself a part of. You’ll find you can clarify a big picture aspiration around October 21’s new moon there, and then, move the ball forward alongside likeminded connections. Once Mercury is in your sign after October 29, you can speak your truth and share your ideas on a whole new level.
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Capricorn
You’re one of the most industrious signs no matter what season we’re moving through, but Libra season can feel especially supportive of your career dreams, because the sun is in your professional and public image zone. But around October 6, you’ll be encouraged to focus on how you’ve been balancing work and your personal, family life, because the full moon falls in your home zone, highlighting how the two are inextricably linked. If you need more balance (a major theme this month), open up about your needs to a loved one. You can also tap into the power of Mercury in your networking sector from October 6 to 29, potentially leaning on your community, friends and colleagues for more support. From October 13 to November 6, you can make even more of a positive impression on higher-ups and attract well-deserved recognition, thanks to Venus’s trip through your career zone. When it harmonizes with powerful Pluto in your money zone and electrifying Uranus in your daily routine sector on October 14, you could attract greater, ongoing rewards as a result of your hard work. October 21’s new moon encourages you to be even bolder than usual and to take the first step to manifesting an ambitious vision.
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Aquarius
Since mid-September, the sun’s time in your adventure and higher learning sector has made it possible to shake up your mundane routine, whether that’s involved thrilling learning experiences or even globetrotting. That vibe continues into October, but you’ll also be prepping to command the spotlight as soon as Mercury moves into your career zone on the 6th. The same day, the full moon activates your communication sector, which could make you feel like you’re running from one event to the next and struggling to get on top of your to-dos. This could be a sign to slow down and get clear on boundaries and priorities. When romantic Venus moves through your adventure sector from October 13 to November 6, you can bring a more daring, wanderlust-fueled vibe to date nights and meet-ups with friends. You could also find that checking out different philosophies and perspectives brings you closer to your significant other or your social circle. Around October 21, when the new moon activates this same sector, think about ways you can broaden your horizons, whether by working alongside a mentor to learn a particular skill set or navigating uncharted terrain. The intention you set now can lead to personal growth. And once the sun is in your career zone from October 22 to November 21, you could find you’re presented with more opportunities to step into leadership positions and make your mark.
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Pisces
It’s natural to feel as though you’re still reeling from the intensity of the last month, given two especially impactful eclipses falling in your self-image sector and partnership zone. As October begins, you can reflect on a different area of your life: how you’ve been earning and how your self-worth is influencing your bottom line, given that the full moon on October 6 falls in your money zone. At the same time, the sun continues to make its way through your intimacy sector, where it’s been since mid-September, which supports your ability to push forward on shared financial goals with a significant other or loved one. That will be even more so the case once money-savvy Venus is in your joint resources zone from October 13 to November 6. When it connects with powerful Pluto in your spirituality sector on October 14, tap into your intuition to pinpoint the best path forward for a savings or investment game plan. You can set your related intention around October 21 when the new moon is there, too. Then, from October 22 on, the sun zips through your adventure sector, you’ll find stepping out of your comfort zone and traveling, taking a class, going on a retreat or even checking out a local museum exhibit proves truly enlivening.
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