Early 2025 is a good time for skygazing and spotting up to seven planets in the night sky – if you have a little help.

Stargazers can witness a rare 'planet parade' in January and February 2024, where six planets align prominently in the night sky. Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn can be seen with the naked eye, while Uranus and Neptune require telescopes.

Worlds will align for a "planetary parade" in January, with four bright and easily visible to the naked eye. But an even better view arrives in February and March. Here's what you need to know.