Have you ever looked up at the stars and wondered which zodiac constellation belongs to you? It’s a fun and meaningful experience when we can recognize our own constellation high above us.

Tonight, let’s go on a stargazing journey together and learn how to find all 12 zodiac signs in the night sky—step by step, season by season. Are you ready?

1. Aries: A Bold Beginning in Autumn

We can spot Aries in the autumn sky, right next to the famous Pegasus constellation. Look for a group of three main stars—among them, Hamal is the brightest. Aries doesn’t have a complex shape; its “head” is simplified and turns slightly, giving us a nice starting point when learning to trace constellations. One leg of Aries even connects to part of Taurus!

2. Taurus: A Half-Shown Giant

Taurus only shows the front part of its body in the sky—its back half disappears into the depths of space. If we observe closely, its legs bend underneath as if it’s lying down. Poets have described it as a strong but weary bull resting beside the Big Dipper. We can find it glowing next to Aries and Orion during winter nights.

3. Gemini: The Twins Holding Hands

Gemini is one of the most recognizable constellations, made of two bright stars: Castor and Pollux. Castor is actually a binary star system—two stars orbiting each other. Pollux, its twin, glows with a warmer, reddish hue. During the late winter and spring, we can easily see these twin brothers standing side by side.

4. Cancer: The Hidden Treasure

Among the zodiac constellations, Cancer is the most subtle. Its brightest star is not very luminous—just a 4th magnitude star in a binary system. Still, this constellation has its own quiet charm. Nestled between Gemini and Leo, it hides like a shy crab waiting to be noticed. Spring is the best time to spot it, especially under a dark, moonless sky.

5. Leo: The Majestic Lion

If you were born under Leo, you might be known for your bold personality. The Leo constellation lives up to this spirit. We can find it between Cancer and Virgo, glowing proudly during late winter and early spring. Its most recognizable shape is a curved question mark or a giant sickle—that’s Leo’s mane. Look to the southeast sky and follow the pattern to trace this noble lion.

6. Virgo: The Longest Beauty in the Sky

Virgo is one of the longest constellations—about 46 degrees across! It’s surrounded by stars and nebulae, over 500 in total. Representing the goddess of harvest, Virgo stretches from Leo in the west to Libra and Hydra in the east. We’ll find it most prominent in late spring. Don’t miss out on its main star, Spica, shining with a cool blue glow.

7. Libra: Small but Easy to Find

Libra is the smallest of the zodiac constellations, covering only 21 degrees in the sky. Though not as dramatic as others, we can easily locate it because it sits between two bold neighbors—Scorpius to the east and Virgo to the west. When spring turns into early summer, Libra becomes a gentle balance in the middle of the sky.

8. Scorpius: A Curved Beauty of the South

Scorpius is massive and hard to miss. With bright stars outlining its long body and a tail that curls like a hook, it stretches far across the southern sky. Its brightest star, Antares, gleams red at the heart of the scorpion. The best time to see Scorpius is in late spring and early summer. Look south, and the celestial scorpion will reveal itself clearly.

9. Sagittarius: The Archer and His Bow

Sagittarius is depicted as a centaur holding a bow and arrow. In the sky, it forms the shape of a teapot, made of eight stars—this is also known as the “Milk Dipper.” We can even see the arrow point, marked by the bright star Kaus Australis. Located near the Milky Way, Sagittarius lights up the summer sky with mystery and power.

10. Capricornus: The Discreet Goat

Capricornus, opposite of Cancer, is one of the most subtle constellations. Its main stars form a shape like a triangular hat or a bird in flight. The brightest part includes five stars, and two of them can be seen with the unaided eye. We can observe Capricornus in late July, when it appears low on the southern horizon.

11. Aquarius: Pouring Water from the Sky

Aquarius often appears as a figure kneeling, with a jar on his shoulder pouring a stream of mysterious water downward. Most of its stars are dim, with the brightest only reaching 3rd magnitude. Still, in early autumn, when the moon is absent, we can clearly trace Aquarius in the southeast sky.

12. Pisces: The Longest Zodiac Sign

Pisces is a gentle but long constellation, stretching about 41 degrees in celestial longitude. It’s made of two fish—one to the north, one to the south—connected by a ribbon of stars. When seen as a whole, they form a huge “V” shape. At the tip of the V lies the constellation’s brightest star, Alrescha. Autumn evenings are the perfect time to spot this subtle beauty.

Let’s Chase Our Stars Together

Isn’t it fascinating that each of us has a constellation shining quietly above, linked to the moment we were born? We might look up on a quiet night, lying on a grassy hill or leaning on a balcony rail, eyes tracing familiar patterns in the sky. Spotting our zodiac sign can feel like unlocking a piece of the universe just for us. So Lykkers, next time the stars come out, let’s follow their light—and see which signs we can find together.