2026: As Written in the Stars

2026: As Written in the Stars

2026 has main-character energy. It’s confident, curious, and a little experimental. The pace isn’t slowing down… but we’re no longer scrambling to keep up. It’s a year to begin living what we’ve learned.

The headline for 2026 is Pluto continuing its journey through Aquarius, soon to be accompanied by the Lunar North Node. Together, they activate powerful themes around influence, power, belonging, and who gets to shape the future.

Historically, Pluto in Aquarius has coincided with major revolutions, and this is as epic as it sounds. We’re moving into an era where communities deeply matter, as well as our individual voices within them. Think less gatekeeping, more collaboration. The future isn’t just being handed down anymore, we’re building it in real time.

Meanwhile, Saturn and Neptune both move into Aries, which marks a brand-new cycle that invites us to embody our values and desires in whole new ways. Key word being embody. We’re becoming peaceful warriors in our own rights, standing for what we believe in, and grounding our dreams into reality by boldly taking action.

Mid-year brings a major shift when Uranus enters Gemini (for the next seven years). In a nutshell? Expect acceleration: technologically, digitally, socially. We’ve already had a preview in 2025, remember AI appearing everywhere?

Just when the year could start to feel a little high stakes, Jupiter enters Leo, towards the end of June. This fiery and expansive (year-long) transit invites us to connect with our hearts in more meaningful ways, as well as our own inner child. Here, self-love becomes the obvious portal for personal growth, as does falling in love with life again. This year isn’t about knowing the whole plot, it’s about choosing to invest and star in it anyway.

Happy 2026! Read on for our sign-by-sign forecast. We recommend reading your Sun, Moon and Rising sign.

This is a defining year, and you can probably feel that. With Saturn and Neptune entering your sign, your personal sense of identity takes centre stage. You’re settling into who you are, and what you want, with more clarity than ever. You’re learning how to lead, how to avoid burnout, and how to trust your impulses to build something that lasts. These are both longer transits (2 and 13 years), so trust the process.

There’s also a deep healing layer to your year. Chiron is in its final chapter in your sign, completing an eight-year cycle that began in 2019, and that will fully wrap up in 2027. Old patterns of self-doubt are dissolving as you become more discerning, and clear on what (and who) deserves your energy.

This year marks the start of a much gentler chapter. After nearly eight years of Uranus shaking up your sign, 2026 will feel like an exhale. Things may not go back to how they were, but you’ll finally feel more at home within yourself.

A major shift arrives as Chiron enters Taurus, beginning a new (7-year) healing cycle around self-worth, wealth, and health. Subtle themes may arise around what truly makes you feel safe and nourished; versus where you’re overcompensating, resisting or carrying fear. So, this year will definitely be one to consciously honour your emotions. Journalling will be helpful here.

Meanwhile, Pluto continues to reveal your broader goals, inviting you to release expectations that feel outdated. You’re moving towards what feels genuinely supportive, sustainable, and rewarding — on your own terms.

With Uranus entering your sign this year, life’s about to get way more interesting. Your ideas are evolving, and curiosity becomes your compass; pulling you into new spaces, conversations, and possibilities. You may find yourself reinventing how you communicate, dress, think, or even introduce yourself to the world.

This shift is exciting, and also quietly cathartic. Old versions of yourself (perhaps ones that felt boxed in, bored, or overly guarded) can begin to fall away. You’ll feel less interested in code-switching and more inclined towards letting yourself be seen as you are.

Later in the year, Jupiter’s move into Leo activates your communication sector, adding more confidence and creative flair. You may notice your voice carrying further; as ideas land, your words magnetise, and self-expression feels more effortless than ever.

This year feels personal in the best way. With Jupiter wrapping up it’s time in your sign mid-year; growth comes through softness, self-trust, and taking up more space as you. There’ll be signs and synchronicities along the way, and this year invites you to pay close attention to what they’re telling you. As a deeply sensitive sign, it’s time to see your ability to perceive energy as a superpower.

There’s also deeper work unfolding as Pluto invites you to explore intimacy. Old fears around vulnerability will start to loosen, clearing space for deeper connections and emotional honesty. Perhaps it’s time to reconnect with loved ones in deeper ways, or to open your heart up to new connections.

Either way, 2026 invites you to nurture yourself first, reminding you that when you feel nourished, everything else will flow more easily.

Get ready for a gorgeous year. 2026 brings a subtle (but meaningful) shift in how you experience connection, both with yourself and others. With Pluto highlighting your relationship sector, you’re becoming more attuned to the dynamics that truly nourish you. You’ll have less patience for surface-level exchange; and a growing pull toward honesty, depth, support, and real alignment. Trust who makes sense right now. We’re meant to learn different things from different people, at different times.

Then, your astro highlight: Jupiter moves into your sign. This initiates a year-long cycle of  life feeling more spacious, and synchronistic. Think: green lights, signs, and invitations. Creativity returns in a low-pressure way, and joy feels easier to access. Rather than having to  actively chase; you’ll watch ideas, adventures, and opportunities align when you're most enjoying yourself… so follow what lights you up.

You’re up for a powerful year, as 2026 invites you into a deeper relationship with yourself. With the South Node completing its time in your sign, you’re integrating an 18-month chapter of mastering balance: when to act, when to surrender, when to care for others, and when to care for yourself. You’re learning what best supports your wellbeing, and shifting patterns accordingly. Less overthinking, and more trusting what already works. Acknowledging and exploring your emotions is also a big part of this.

Then, a major shift: Uranus entering Gemini activates new goals and a sense of direction. Old ideas about what’s simply “realistic” begin to dissolve, as inspiration starts to arrive from unexpected places. Enjoy feeling your visions for the future stretching wider. This isn’t about abandoning practicality, but rather about letting in more curiosity. You’ll experience opportunities opening; as you  allow yourself to experiment, learn, and say yes to paths that perhaps don’t yet make perfect sense.

2026 will feel like a reset; a year where life starts to feel a little more spacious and a lot more intentional. With the nodal axis shifting, you’re releasing old patterns of over-giving, to create room to focus on your own personal visions. Here, balance becomes less about keeping everyone else happy, and more about choosing what genuinely supports your day-to-day.

Good news is: the universe is backing you with all the above. As Jupiter wraps up its time in Cancer, your sector of long-term goals and career is activated. Consider this an invitation to get to work, in the highest sense of the word. It’s a permission slip to share more of who you are; whether that’s your art, words, or ideas. More visibility and opportunities are on the way. Trust your instincts and allow yourself to be seen without overthinking. The cosmos is ready, and here to help you grow.

This is a growth year for you. With Jupiter moving into Leo mid-year, you may find yourself stepping into leadership in unexpected ways. This doesn’t have to mean a title or a spotlight (unless you want it to!). Rather, it might mean being more vocal, owning your expertise, or simply trusting that others will listen when you speak.

In October, Venus retrogrades through your sign, evoking a portal to reflect on your relationships and self-worth. Past themes may reappear, but this time it’s less drama and more insight. It’s a chance to deepen relationships; and to heal as you move through spaces which were once challenging, by carrying more grace for yourself.

Meanwhile, the whole year Pluto (your ruler) continues excavating your emotional foundations, helping you feel steadier, both internally and externally. Tip: turn to face your feelings, regularly.

2026 asks you to slow down, just enough to notice what’s worth chasing. With the nodal axis shifting; you’re set to release old patterns around freedom, and commitment. Here, there’s a reminder that a sense of purpose doesn’t always come from movement alone — sometimes it arrives through stillness, trust, and letting life meet you halfway.

Besides, your year becomes a whole lot more sparkly as Jupiter moves into Leo (June). Now in a fellow fire sign for the next year, your planetary ruler will have your life feeling more adventurous, lucky, powerful, and guided by the universe. Love this for you.

And love-life-wise? A major theme unfolds as Uranus moves into Gemini, activating your relationship sector for the next 7 years. Your orbit is about to become more dynamic, aligned and honest (in ways that surprise you). Perfect time to meet your soul tribe, or soulmate.

2026 invites a deep journey around trust. As Jupiter moves into Leo later in the year, you’ll notice opportunities for collaboration arising, whether they’re emotional, creative, or financial. This is a year where delegating or sharing responsibility can bring unexpected opportunities. What once felt risky may just start to feel empowering, as it frees up new spaces to explore.

Meanwhile, Pluto continues its journey of refining your relationship to “wealth.” This doesn’t exclusively mean money; but rather time, energy, and what truly feels valuable to you. Old ideas around success or security may no longer hold the same weight for you this year, making space for choices that feel more aligned and sustainable.

As Saturn and Neptune encourage clearer communication and more intentional decision-making, your focus for 2026 isn’t on pushing harder, but rather on choosing wisely.

This will feel like a year where things start clicking into place. With Pluto continuing its long transit through your sign, there’s an ongoing shedding of old labels, expectations, and ways of expressing yourself that no longer fit. You may feel yourself becoming more selective about how and where you place your energy; or feeling less pressure to define yourself (as you acknowledge your gloriously multi-faceted nature).

Life will feel lighter and more social in the second half of the year as Jupiter moves into Leo, activating your sector of relationships (for a year). This transit is the gust of fresh air you’ve been waiting for, as it brings flavours that make you feel inspired. Connections will feel warmer, more playful, and more reflective of who you’re becoming. Get ready for new characters to show up as mirrors, and unexpected allies.

2026 marks a massive shift in energy for you. With Saturn and Neptune finally moving out of your sign, there’ll be a sense of transition. Think chrysalis- butterfly vibes. You’re emerging from a chapter of transformation, and stepping into something lighter, faster, and more outward-facing. The deep processing of recent years will begin to settle; leaving behind clarity, and a stronger sense of self-trust that will flavour your entire year. Enjoy.

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Words by @endsinsolace
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