Watch the smallest full moon of 2026 tonight in this rare 'Blue Moon' livestream
Astronomer Gianluca Masi is hosting a livestream of the 'Blue Micromoon,' the smallest full moon of 2026, occurring on May 31. The event, which can be viewed via the Virtual Telescope Project, explains the astronomical definition of a monthly Blue Moon.
Why it matters
It provides public access to rare astronomical events, fostering interest in space science and education.
Watch the smallest full moon of 2026 tonight in this rare 'Blue Moon' livestream | Space
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