Aries season is going out with everything it’s got. This week, the Sun, Mercury, Mars, Saturn, and Neptune are allllll gathered in Aries at the same time, creating one of the most action-packed astrological lineups of the year. Ideas are ready to move. Energy is ready to be used. And right in the middle of it all, a powerful Aries New Moon lands to mark a genuine fresh start.
By the end of the week, the Sun shifts into Taurus and the pace begins to steady. But before that grounded energy arrives, the cosmos has a full week of fire to get through first. Here is what is coming and how to work with it!
The week opens on Monday with two aspects that set a warm and intuitive tone. Mars in Aries connects with Neptune in Aries, sharpening your gut instincts and giving you real subconscious drive toward whatever you are meant to be pursuing right now. If something has been quietly nudging you, pay attention to it today.
At the same time, Venus in Taurus forms a supportive angle with Jupiter in Cancer, making the day socially open and easy. Conversations flow naturally, people feel generous and welcoming, and being around others genuinely adds something to your day. It is a good Monday.
Tuesday brings a significant shift as Mercury finally leaves Pisces after an extended stay and moves into Aries. This changes the mental energy considerably. Ideas that have been sitting in your imagination, swirling around without going anywhere, now have the drive behind them to actually become something. Mercury in Aries thinks fast, acts on instinct, and does not wait around.
Plus a last-minute sextile between Mercury and Uranus also fires off before the sign change, delivering sudden insights and flashes of brilliance. Write down whatever comes to you today before it slips away.
With Mercury now in Aries, the Sun, Mercury, Mars, Saturn, and Neptune are all touring the same sign at the same time. That kind of concentration of energy in one place is genuinely rare and worth taking seriously!
Wednesday adds even more fuel as the Moon enters Aries and immediately links up with Mars. The emotional and physical energy available right now is high. This is not a day to stay small or hold back. New beginnings, bold moves, and taking the lead are all supported. Whatever you have been warming up to, Wednesday is a day to actually go for it.
Thursday keeps the momentum building as two strong aspects land. Mars in Aries forms a productive angle with Pluto in Aquarius, channeling passionate energy into real and lasting progress. And Mercury in Aries connects with Neptune in Aries, which is a beautiful combination for creative thinking and intuitive intelligence. Your imagination and your instincts are working together right now. Trust the ideas that come to you today, even the ones that feel a little unconventional.
Then Friday arrives, and the Aries New Moon is here!
This is the most significant moment of the week. New Moons are always fresh starts, but an Aries New Moon is the boldest kind. Aries is the first sign of the zodiac and the ruler of new beginnings, so this lunation carries extra weight when it comes to launching something new, starting a chapter, or committing to a direction you have been circling. Use the energy and enthusiasm of this sign and point it at something that genuinely excites you.
After the New Moon, the Moon shifts into Taurus, adding a note of stability and practicality to close out the day. A square between the Moon and Pluto may stir some frustration, so if something gets under your skin, redirect that passion into something productive rather than letting it pull you into unnecessary drama.
Try this reflection today: What new beginning have you been wanting to make that you are finally ready to commit to fully?
Saturday is focused and sharp. Mercury in Aries forms a supportive angle with Pluto in Aquarius, making it an excellent day for research, deep thinking, and working through the details of a plan or idea. If you want to get serious about something you started earlier this week, Saturday gives you the mental clarity to do it. Dig in.
Sunday marks a turning point as the Sun leaves Aries and enters Taurus, officially beginning Taurus season!
The intensity and speed of the past few weeks begins to settle. Stability, confidence, and connecting with your values all become more available over the coming month. It is a welcome exhale after a very active season. But Sunday also brings one of the most powerful aspects of the week: Mars conjunct Saturn in Aries. This is disciplined fire. Energy that is focused, controlled, and incredibly productive when aimed at the right target. If you can channel this combination into a goal or project on Sunday, you will likely hit your stride in a way that feels genuinely satisfying.
Try this reflection today: Where in your life do you need more discipline to turn your energy into something that actually lasts?
The week closes on Monday as Mercury conjoins both Saturn and Mars in Aries, wrapping up this remarkable Aries stellium with a strong final note. Your ideas, your drive, and your discipline are all pointed in the same direction. Long-term plans come into sharper focus, the details fall into place more easily, and the motivation to actually make something happen is real and accessible. This is one of the best days of the entire week for taking initiative on something that matters to you!
Taurus season is here, and the steadiness it brings is well earned. You just moved through one of the most energized stretches of the astrological year. Now it is time to build on it.
Planetary Locations This Week
- The Sun: Aries (March 20 – April 19, 2026), Taurus (April 19 – May 21, 2026)
- Mercury: Pisces (February 6 – April 14, 2026), Aries (April 14 – May 2, 2026)
- Venus: Taurus (March 30 – April 24, 2026)
- Mars: Aries (April 9 – June 21, 2026)
- Jupiter: Cancer (June 9, 2025 – June 30, 2026)
- Saturn: Aries (February 13, 2026 – April 12, 2028)
- Uranus: Taurus (November 7, 2025 – April 25, 2026)
- Neptune: Aries (January 26, 2025 – March 2039)
- Pluto: Aquarius (November 19, 2024 – March 8, 2043)
Daily Astrology Snapshots
Monday, April 13th
Sun
Aries
Moon
Moon Enters Pisces – There can be something you need to clear out over the next few days, something to finish, and you can be ready to be done. Make sure you have everything covered.
Astrological Aspect
Mars in Aries conjunct Neptune in Aries – Intuition can be strong and powerful for you, and you can get amazing insights into what you should pursue. You can take action based on that, and can be more motivated subconsciously.
Venus in Taurus sextile Jupiter in Cancer – Your time with others can find you more chatty, open about your opinions, and you can enjoy swapping stories. This can open you up to more people, and you can welcome them with a jolly disposition.
Tuesday, April 14th
Sun
Aries
Moon
Pisces
Astrological Aspect
Mercury Enters Aries – Mercury finally leaves Pisces after an extended stay and moves into energetic Aries, giving you energy to take action with your ideas and plans. No more letting them sit in your imagination, wasting away. Go for it! Especially since for the next 5 days, the Sun, Mercury, Mars, Saturn, and Neptune are all touring Aries, lighting up activity.
Mercury in Pisces sextile Uranus in Taurus – This last-minute aspect can bring you sudden insights and brilliant ideas out of nowhere, so pay attention to what you come up with. Keep track of it so you don’t miss out.
Wednesday, April 15th
Sun
Aries
Moon
Moon Enters Aries – Work on those new beginnings over the next few days, and make the most of energy and enthusiasm to take the lead fast. The Moon adds to the high energy for the new, so make the most of it.
Astrological Aspect
Moon in Aries conjunct Mars in Aries – The Moon is lighting up the Aries energy, giving lots of energy, as well as discipline, intuition, and new ideas, so take full advantage.
Thursday, April 16th
Sun
Aries
Moon
Aries
Astrological Aspect
Mars in Aries sextile Pluto in Aquarius – Energy is passionate, and this can be used productively for whatever you pursue. Channel it wisely, and you can make great progress quickly.
Mercury in Aries conjunct Neptune in Aries – Your imagination can be strong, but this can help you come up with creative approaches. Your intuitive intelligence can also be heightened, and you can trust the insights you get.
Friday, April 17th
Sun
Aries
Moon
Aries New Moon – The Aries New Moon is a huge time for new beginnings, new opportunities, new ventures, and new projects. Make use of the energy and enthusiasm of Aries, and use it for new pursuits with the New Moon. Take the lead and run with it.
Moon Enters Taurus – Focus on something in your life that has been unstable lately and work on improving stability over the next few days. You can be more focused and practical about it.
Astrological Aspect
Moon in Taurus square Pluto in Aquarius – There might be something getting under your skin, and you have to try and stay in control of yourself. Don’t let frustration get the better of you, or get sucked into needless drama. Throw yourself into something that needs a more passionate approach.
Saturday, April 18th
Sun
Aries
Moon
Taurus
Astrological Aspect
Mercury in Aries sextile Pluto in Aquarius – Research and investigation can come easily, and you can get to the heart of any situation. You can take a serious approach and work on plans and ideas for transformation.
Sunday, April 19th
Sun
Sun Enters Taurus – With the Sun entering Taurus, this kicks off Taurus Season, and over the next month, you can improve stability and security, feel more confident, and connect with your values. This can be a stabilizing period, and you can find your footing.
Moon
Moon Enters Gemini – You might be multi-tasking quite a bit over the next few days, so make sure you’re not taking on too much. You can be flexible and quick on your feet, so take advantage of that.
Astrological Aspect
Mars in Aries conjunct Saturn in Aries – Energy can be disciplined, and you can have total control over it. Focus this in smart ways, and you can hit your stride or even achieve something in some way.
Monday, April 20th
Sun
Taurus
Moon
Gemini
Astrological Aspect
Mercury in Aries conjunct Saturn in Aries – Mental discipline can help you stay focused on your ideas for progress, and you can do great work on your long-term plans, merging them with the details and seeing all angles.
Mercury in Aries conjunct Mars in Aries – There is high energy for pursuing your ideas and making them into something real, and you can take the initiative to make it happen. This is a fantastic time for pursuits and realizing an idea.
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