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Astrologers Chris Brennan and Lisa Shime introduce the 2026 horoscope for Aries, emphasizing focusing on the rising sign. The year begins with a significant long-term transit as Saturn and Neptune move into Aries, forming a conjunction at 0 degrees on February 20th. This marks a shift from a period of behind-the-scenes energy and potential dissolution (12th house) to a focus on self, identity, appearance, and the body (1st house). This conjunction can lead to the dissolving of old structures and the formation of new dreams, but also presents a 'reality distortion field' where balancing realistic self-criticism with idealized aspirations regarding one's physical self will be key.
The first eclipse season in February and March brings a solar eclipse in Aquarius (11th house) and a lunar eclipse in Virgo (6th house). This signifies major endings and beginnings in areas of friends, groups, and alliances, echoing a broader, long-term Pluto transit. The Virgo eclipse, a continuation from the previous year, highlights shifts in work, health, and daily routines. This can prompt proactive health measures or changes in employment, and may also touch upon interactions with colleagues, employees, or even pets.
In April, Uranus moves from Taurus (2nd house of finances) into Gemini (3rd house of communication, travel, and relatives). This transit brings unexpected changes, innovation, and greater freedom in how Aries communicates, potentially leading to increased online presence or technological integration in their work. After a final accentuation of financial shifts in February, the focus moves to siblings, extended relatives, and the local environment, where surprising life changes or rapid developments may occur.
From June onwards, Jupiter moves from Cancer (4th house of home and family) to Leo (5th house of children, hobbies, pleasure, and creativity). The first half of the year will still see Jupiter expanding themes related to home and family. The shift into Leo promises a period of increased joy, creative expression, and a focus on what brings pleasure. This can manifest as new hobbies, creative projects, or even expanding one's family through children, especially for those with day charts. This marks a positive and expansive shift from previous heavier transits.
The second eclipse season from August to early September brings eclipses in Leo (5th house) and Pisces (12th house). The Leo eclipse, the first in this series, further accentuates themes of children, pleasure, and creative output, aligning with Jupiter's positive influence. It's a prime time for new hobbies and creative endeavors. The Pisces eclipse is the final one in this series, bringing to completion a long period of 12th house energies related to seclusion, mental health, and navigating difficult relationships, offering a sense of closure and an outward shift.
From October to November, Venus retrogrades through Scorpio (8th house of shared resources) and Libra (7th house of relationships). This period will have Aries revisiting connections and material or financial ties with others. It can involve reworking business partnerships, financial distributions, or personal relationship dynamics, potentially bringing past relationships or agreements back for review. For those with night charts, this transit can be particularly positive, especially in the relationship sector, and could involve discussions around wills or life insurance triggered by life changes like having children.
The final quarter of 2026 sets the stage for a Mars retrograde in Leo (5th house) and Virgo (6th house), which activates more fully in early 2027. While Mars doesn't officially retrograde until January, its presence in these signs from September to December signals a period of identifying areas that need reworking or intensified effort. This could involve tensions or conflicts related to children and health, or the intersection of romantic life and work. In a positive light, it can mean dedicating significant energy to creative projects, child-rearing, or health and wellness initiatives, potentially leading to children becoming more involved in one's work life.