FortudayNo. 1 · Apr · Mon
Best
Mon, Apr 19 · Moon in Libra · Waxing Gibbous
The Moon is in Libra, the sign almanac Best Days lists for weddings.
The Moon is waxing — a growing Moon symbolizes growth and new beginnings in wedding lore.
Best days to get married by the Moon · next 180 days
Days are worked out for America/New York, at local noon.
No. 2 · Apr · Tue
Best
Tue, Apr 20 · Moon in Libra · Full Moon
The Moon is in Libra, the sign almanac Best Days lists for weddings.
The Moon is waxing — a growing Moon symbolizes growth and new beginnings in wedding lore.
No. 3 · Nov · SunWeekend
Good
Sun, Nov 22 · Moon in Taurus · Waxing Gibbous
The Moon is in Taurus, like Libra, a Venus-ruled sign in astrological lore.
The Moon is waxing — a growing Moon symbolizes growth and new beginnings in wedding lore.
No. 4 · Nov · Mon
Good
Mon, Nov 23 · Moon in Taurus · Waxing Gibbous
The Moon is in Taurus, like Libra, a Venus-ruled sign in astrological lore.
The Moon is waxing — a growing Moon symbolizes growth and new beginnings in wedding lore.
No. 5 · Dec · SunWeekend
Good
Sun, Dec 20 · Moon in Taurus · Waxing Gibbous
The Moon is in Taurus, like Libra, a Venus-ruled sign in astrological lore.
The Moon is waxing — a growing Moon symbolizes growth and new beginnings in wedding lore.
No. 6 · Dec · Mon
Good
Mon, Dec 21 · Moon in Taurus · Waxing Gibbous
The Moon is in Taurus, like Libra, a Venus-ruled sign in astrological lore.
The Moon is waxing — a growing Moon symbolizes growth and new beginnings in wedding lore.
No. 7 · Jan · SatWeekend
Good
Sat, Jan 16 · Moon in Taurus · Waxing Gibbous
The Moon is in Taurus, like Libra, a Venus-ruled sign in astrological lore.
The Moon is waxing — a growing Moon symbolizes growth and new beginnings in wedding lore.
No. 8 · Jan · SunWeekend
Good
Sun, Jan 17 · Moon in Taurus · Waxing Gibbous
The Moon is in Taurus, like Libra, a Venus-ruled sign in astrological lore.
The Moon is waxing — a growing Moon symbolizes growth and new beginnings in wedding lore.
No. 9 · Feb · Fri
Good
Fri, Feb 12 · Moon in Taurus · Waxing Crescent
The Moon is in Taurus, like Libra, a Venus-ruled sign in astrological lore.
The Moon is waxing — a growing Moon symbolizes growth and new beginnings in wedding lore.
No. 10 · Feb · SatWeekend
Good
Sat, Feb 13 · Moon in Taurus · Waxing Crescent
The Moon is in Taurus, like Libra, a Venus-ruled sign in astrological lore.
The Moon is waxing — a growing Moon symbolizes growth and new beginnings in wedding lore.
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Top 10
- Apr19MonBestMoon in Libra · Waxing Gibbous
The Moon is in Libra, the sign almanac Best Days lists for weddings.
- Apr20TueBestMoon in Libra · Full Moon
The Moon is in Libra, the sign almanac Best Days lists for weddings.
- Nov22SunGoodMoon in Taurus · Waxing Gibbous
The Moon is in Taurus, like Libra, a Venus-ruled sign in astrological lore.
- Nov23MonGoodMoon in Taurus · Waxing Gibbous
The Moon is in Taurus, like Libra, a Venus-ruled sign in astrological lore.
- Dec20SunGoodMoon in Taurus · Waxing Gibbous
The Moon is in Taurus, like Libra, a Venus-ruled sign in astrological lore.
- Dec21MonGoodMoon in Taurus · Waxing Gibbous
The Moon is in Taurus, like Libra, a Venus-ruled sign in astrological lore.
- Jan16SatGoodMoon in Taurus · Waxing Gibbous
The Moon is in Taurus, like Libra, a Venus-ruled sign in astrological lore.
- Jan17SunGoodMoon in Taurus · Waxing Gibbous
The Moon is in Taurus, like Libra, a Venus-ruled sign in astrological lore.
- Feb12FriGoodMoon in Taurus · Waxing Crescent
The Moon is in Taurus, like Libra, a Venus-ruled sign in astrological lore.
- Feb13SatGoodMoon in Taurus · Waxing Crescent
The Moon is in Taurus, like Libra, a Venus-ruled sign in astrological lore.
What the eight Moon phases mean
Old almanac lore, not science. The last column is the next time each phase shows at noon in your time zone.
| Phase | What you see | Almanac lore | Next |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Moon | The Moon is dark and almost invisible. | Old almanac lore treats it as a time to rest, plan and start something quietly. | Nov 7 – Nov 10 |
| Waxing Crescent | A thin sliver lit on the right (northern hemisphere), growing each night. | Lore calls it a time to set intentions and begin building. | Nov 11 – Nov 14 |
| First Quarter | Half the disc is lit; the Moon is high at sunset. | Lore calls it a time to act, decide and push through obstacles. | Nov 15 – Nov 18 |
| Waxing Gibbous | More than half is lit and still growing. | Lore calls it a time to refine, adjust and get ready for the peak. | Nov 19 – Nov 22 |
| Full Moon | The whole disc is lit and rises around sunset. | Lore calls it a time of peak, completion and celebration. | Oct 27 |
| Waning Gibbous | More than half is lit, but shrinking each night. | Lore calls it a time to share, give thanks and pass things on. | Oct 28 – Oct 30 |
| Last Quarter | Half the disc is lit again, on the opposite side from the first quarter. | Lore calls it a time to let go, review and clear away what no longer works. | Oct 31 – Nov 2 |
| Waning Crescent | A thin sliver before dawn, fading toward the next New Moon. | Lore calls it a time to rest, finish up and prepare for a new cycle. | Nov 3 – Nov 6 |
Questions
Scroll the list to see which days in the coming stretch fit traditional Moon lore for a wedding, each with the reason given. Tap a day to add it to your phone calendar, then check it against your venue and guest plans.
Which days in the next 180 are best to get married?
By traditional Moon-sign and phase lore, 29 days from Tue, Oct 27 to Sat, Apr 24 rate good or better. The nearest is Thu, Nov 5; the top pick is Mon, Apr 19.
How are Moon days worked out?
We take the Moon’s sign and phase at local noon in America/New York. If the Moon changes sign within two minutes of noon, the day is rated on the less favorable side.
Is this science?
No. It follows old almanac lore about the Moon. The Moon positions are real astronomy; the meaning given to them is tradition.
What is the best Moon phase to get married?
In Moon lore, the waxing Moon is the phase named for the best wedding days. A growing Moon is linked in wedding lore with growth and new beginnings. This is tradition, so treat it as a nice touch and not a rule.
Which Moon signs are best for a wedding?
Moon lore names Libra as the best sign for a wedding and Taurus as a good one. This site rates a day highest when a waxing Moon falls in Libra. Taurus days are still listed as good choices.
Is it good luck to get married on a full Moon?
Moon lore here singles out the waxing Moon for the best wedding days, not the full Moon. A full Moon is not the phase this site picks for its top days. Practice varies, and some couples choose a full Moon for its look.
Is getting married on a new Moon a good idea?
The new Moon is not the phase this site favors for weddings. The best days follow the waxing Moon, which the lore ties to new beginnings. If you love a new Moon date, it is your call, since this is tradition and not a requirement.
Are any Moon signs ruled out for a wedding?
No. Moon lore for weddings, as used on this site, rules out no signs. Days are rated by sign and phase, and a day close to a sign change is rated on the less favorable side.