On March 3rd, 2026, we’ll experience a Full Moon and Lunar Eclipse in Virgo! This is the second of 3 Virgo Lunar Eclipses, and we had one last year (March 14th, 2025), and the third and final comes next year (February 20th, 2027).
How is this a Lunar Eclipse? Lunar Eclipses occur when Full Moons are within 18 ½ degrees of the Lunar Nodes, which are the points in the Moon’s orbit where the Moon crosses the ecliptic (now you know the exact definition!).
Full Moons occur when the transit (moving) Sun and Moon are opposite each other in the zodiac. Full Moons occur about once every 4 weeks, while Lunar Eclipses occur about once every 6 months.
Full Moons are times of reaping what you sow, culminations, and endings. They are highly emotional, and we see results.
This is amplified under a Lunar Eclipse, and so results and endings are even bigger. Their impact also lasts longer, up to 6 months before and after (while Full Moons only impact for about 2 weeks before and after).
This Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in Virgo can focus on Virgo matters, which can include:
- Anything focusing on work and projects (this is likely a big time to get smaller projects done, as well as to potential finish or quit jobs)
- Anything involving daily life (especially cleaning up and clearing out so there’s less little bits of baggage)
- Anything involving routine, structure, and order (time to assess schedules and bring in organization to get more done)
- Anything involving health and maintenance (needing to take care of ourselves, especially with stress management, as well as the health of our homes, business, technology, cars, etc.)
This eclipse is part of an eclipse set in Pisces and Virgo. Eclipses occur in sets of opposing signs in the zodiac, and we have one more Lunar Eclipse for Pisces as we move into Aquarius and Leo (the signs the Solar Eclipses occur in this year).
This eclipse follows the Solar Eclipse in Aquarius on February 17th, and that eclipse was all about big new changes to focus on the shifting paradigm and push us down new paths for our lives. It followed up Saturn and Neptune pushing off into Aries, ushering in this important period for change.
Meanwhile the Virgo Lunar Eclipse is more focused on getting things done so we can clean up and clear out. We’re extra productive and efficient, and we know what has to be done, and this is the time to do it.
We’re starting up a whole new cycle, a new phase, a new chapter for our lives, and with that often comes a deep release. We can’t move forward until we let go of what is holding us back, no matter how comfortable that might be.
On the plus side, this eclipse is sextile, which is a beneficial aspect, happy Jupiter in Cancer, and Jupiter will end its retrograde on March 10 sextile the eclipse. Jupiter starts moving forward again (planets appear to move backward when retrograde), and this can open us up a bit more.
Jupiter retrograde is known to be super karmic, so this can help us to focus on karmic baggage, karmic lessons, and karmic connections. We can take a practical approach with the eclipse in Virgo, and this allows us to see this more clearly.
We can also be more willing to let go thanks to Jupiter, who wants space and doesn’t care for baggage. We can be more independent, and willing and able to deal with things on our own.
Letting go can also lead to more opportunities and open up new possibilities, so there is something to be gained from doing this. Even without that, it should make you feel more in control with less holding you back, so you’re ready for the next leg of big changes to come.
Focus on Releasing with this Eclipse
With this eclipse being the second of 3 Lunar Eclipses in Virgo, what you work on releasing now might be something you actually started last year. It could potentially take another year to be fully realized, but you can get through a big bulk of it with the current eclipse.
For this eclipse, expressive Mercury is retrograde in Pisces, the spiritual sign. Mercury retrograde likes to muck things up, slow things down, and force us to reflect, and that can be even more important for this one.
This is because Pisces is the last sign of the zodiac, so it’s also connected to endings, just like the Lunar Eclipse. Pisces is also karmic in nature, so we have some karma to work on and baggage to release.
Then Mercury is also the natural ruling planet for Virgo, the sign the eclipse is in, so we’re feeling the retrograde strongly, emotionally, and at our core. We need to work on letting go, not just for the sake of our futures, but also for our emotional stability and security.
But there is an opportunity to gain insights into yourself, your past, your life, your choices, and your connections with this Mercury retrograde combined with the Lunar Eclipse. These insights can lead to growth, new plans, and better choices going forward.
The Mercury retrograde is going to end conjunct (aligned with) the North Node, so this is fantastic for pushing us to realize our potential. The North Node is a part of the Lunar Nodes, and represents where we can find our ultimate happiness and purpose.
Mercury can highlight this as the retrograde comes to a close on March 20, and we can focus on making choices that will align with our highest path in life. This can be great for coming out of the retrograde strong.
The Virgo Lunar Eclipse helps us clear the way to do that. Take care of the little things, get some of the small chores out of the way that have piled up, and work on creating a solid schedule to hit the ground running.
The Virgo Lunar Eclipse is also a prime opportunity to work on better stress management. Virgo is the sign of stress, and managing this well can help with these huge changes, and keep us on track.
What you can do to help you with stress management:
- Plan for breaks, especially after anything that requires intense focus or is very taxing physically
- Take care of routine maintenance of all things (including your body, your mind, your home, your care, etc.)
- Make time for something that you enjoy without thinking about any work or responsibilities
- Find a healthy outlet for frustration instead of bottling it up (start jogging, take up kickboxing, even scream into a pillow every morning, ha!)
Make sure to use the free astrology calendar so you can keep track of the planets!
Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in Virgo Horoscopes
Aries
There can be extra for you to work on getting done with the Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in Virgo, and you can take a practical approach, Aries. Whip out that list of things to do, and start crossing it off one at a time until the list is no more.
The Mercury retrograde wants you to stay behind the scenes, so you can take advantage of that by getting these little things out of the way. That helps restore your energy, and you can come out of the retrograde ready to go with the big new path your life is on.
Taurus
Your heart can be full with the Virgo Full Moon Lunar Eclipse, and you may want to make more time for what you enjoy, Taurus. You’re ready for new inspiration, and this can come with the eclipse.
The Mercury retrograde wants you to slow down with new change and pick back up an old change, and this can lead to new insights. Just don’t be impulsive about it, and make sure to balance this out with some fun away from the serious so you can stay focused.
Gemini
The Virgo Full Moon Lunar Eclipse can stir strong emotions, Gemini, and you may need to work on tackling your emotional needs. There is likely something deeply within you, at your core, that needs to be addressed and let go of.
The Mercury retrograde is taking your attention away and focusing on your external life path, but this needs to be balanced with a stronger internal foundation. You want to have both, so work on the foundation for your life, and this can help with the major changes you have coming.
Cancer
Sort through your ideas and finalize plans with the Virgo Full Moon Lunar Eclipse, and you can feel more in control and less anxious, Cancer. Work on gathering the information you need, and figuring out the ideas you’re most invested in.
The Mercury retrograde might challenge your view of the big picture, but you can balance this out with a solid view of the details thanks to the eclipse. Your mind can be an asset no matter what, so make sure you’re putting it to good use and ready for opportunities to make an idea reality.
Leo
The Virgo Full Moon Lunar Eclipse might highlight something that you lack confidence in, Leo, and you have to work on getting to the heart of why that is. In doing so, you can make plans to restore confidence, stability, and security.
The Mercury retrograde might feel like it’s stirring up all sorts of chaos, but you can get to the heart of it all. This gives you more control of the situation, and you can make smarter choices as you go forward that empower you and transform your life.
Virgo
This is now the second Lunar Eclipse in your sign, Virgo, and you’re in the middle of this emotional energy. Focus on what you can get done, take a disciplined approach, and work on clearing out what needs to be done.
The Mercury retrograde might bring your attention to your relationships, and you feel compelled to help others as much as possible. This might just be a distraction from focusing on yourself though, so make sure you’re finding balance with your focuses.
Libra
The Virgo Full Moon Lunar Eclipse can drain your energy, Libra, but this is because you likely have a significant amount or important baggage to release. This is a big period for it, and doing so can be a breath of fresh air.
The Mercury retrograde might demand a lot from you, dwindling your energy more, but it wants you to pay attention to the details. You can do that and still give yourself lots of space to rest, recharge, and release, so you’re better able to focus on the new phase of your life.
Scorpio
Progress can be made with one of your dreams for the future thanks to the Virgo Full Moon Lunar Eclipse, and you may want to work on finishing up a change, Scorpio. You can be independent and unconventional with your approach, and this can lead to more opportunities for you.
The Mercury retrograde reminds you to have fun, to enjoy the process, and to stay connected to your heart. Balance this out, and you can make a dream come true.
Sagittarius
You may reach a goal or ambition with the Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in Virgo, and you can see hard, smart work pay off, Sagittarius. Hit your stride, make important connections, and make a good impression as the spotlight finds you and your work.
The Mercury retrograde wants you to focus more on home and family matters, and you can tend to issues at your core. This can help you with your goals, and you can focus on having a solid core to build outward from.
Capricorn
The Virgo Full Moon Lunar Eclipse can make you push for more space so you can go big and bold, Capricorn. You can push out of the fences around your life, and can feel more connected to the new experiences you have.
The Mercury retrograde can jumble up the details and little picture, but you can work to straighten this out. This helps you with your new path, and you can work on staying focused.
Aquarius
A transformation is likely required of you with the Virgo Full Moon Lunar Eclipse, and you can take control, empower yourself, and make it happen, Aquarius. This can be a great time to build on the new you got started with the Solar Eclipse in your sign, and to take full advantage of the power of Pluto in your sign.
The Mercury retrograde helps to slow things down so you can catch your breath, and this allows you to clear out blocks and stay grounded.
Pisces
The Virgo Full Moon Lunar Eclipse might bring help from others, Pisces, and you can appreciate any assistance you can get. You can also work to improve your connections and partnerships, and want to feel as though you’re putting in the time and effort equally, and you’re equally committed.
The Mercury retrograde is in your sign, so you might be extra reflective and introspective, and have a lot on your plate. Getting some help with the eclipse can mean you tackle what needs to be done quickly, and you can make sure you’ve cleared out baggage as best as possible.
Clear Out & Get Ready!
We’re in a huge period for all of our lives, and this Lunar Eclipse is a reminder that moving into the next phase comes with problems if we don’t release some of the baggage. Clean up and clear out, release and get ready.
This can be incredibly helpful with making progress with new goals, new pursuits, and new beginnings, and we move unencumbered as we grow into this new life path.
Stay focused and believe in yourself!
Related article: The Ultimate Guide to Lunar & Solar Eclipses