As the vernal equinox approaches on March 20, 2025, the night sky comes alive with a dazzling mix of celestial events, including the rise of spring stars and a potential boost in aurora borealis activity.

I pick out North America’s celestial highlights for the week ahead (which also applies to northern hemisphere mid-northern latitudes).

You can tell spring has officially begun in the Northern Hemisphere just by looking at the stars. Here's how to easily spot the Spring Triangle without a telescope.