October brings the aftermath of the Eclipses, but wherever we may find ourselves (and whatever mess we may find ourselves in), there is cosmic support on our side to bring some peace, balance, and stability into our lives. To get there, we may have to set some hard boundaries and perhaps even push past some fears, but we have some strong support to get there.
September bought two Eclipses, the most potent being the Pisces Blood Moon Eclipse, which rattled many of our lives and perhaps even instigated some deep, transformative journeys. While we are moving away from this Eclipse energy in October, we also get some relief with Pluto, the planet of transformation, stationing direct. Pluto has been in retrograde since May, and now that its energy is moving forward again, we will find it easier to make progress and let the old things go.
Our motivation in October will also be strong with this growing surge of fiery energy that flows from the Aries Super Full Moon. Eris, the Goddess of Discord and Strife, and the sister to Mars, will be strong under this Full Moon too, guiding us to be firm in our boundaries and to stand up for what we need.
Mars, the planet of action and energy, will also align with Mercury this month, fuelling more ambition and motivation. We may feel more drive to get things done and to cross things off our to-do list.
October also brings some magic with the Sun aligning with the high-frequency star, Arcturus, and Halloween, which gets its roots from Samhain, and is connected to the rising of the Pleiades.
Overall, October will feel much more relaxed than September, but it does seem that we will be dealing with the aftermath of whatever the Eclipses brought our way. For some of us, we will be forging new paths, feeling a boost of energy, and inspired to create new beginnings. For others, we may be cleaning up from any storms we have weathered and will need more time to recover. Either way, we can return to the idea of peace, for that is what October truly offers us.
Finding peace doesn’t mean we are free from struggles; it just means we have learnt not to get sucked into the highs or the lows and can find our sense of balance and ease wherever we are.
Let’s take a look at some of the key dates this month brings:
Astrology for October 2025
October 6: Mercury in Scorpio
The planet of communication moves into the watery and intuitive sign of Scorpio. Our instincts are likely to be sharp at this time, and we may also feel compelled to dig deeper into the facts. This is a great energy to support investigative work and complex problem-solving. Our gut instinct is likely to lead the way.
October 7: Super Full Moon in Aries
The Super Full Moon in Aries has some heat around it, and we may feel tensions rising. Eris, the Goddess of Discord and Strife, is highly activated under this Full Moon, encouraging us to break free of our shackles and go for what we want. This Full Moon will be supporting us to take a leap of faith and push past any boundaries or restrictions that have kept us feeling stuck or playing small. If there is something we need to get done, or some extra stamina required to move ahead, this Full Moon will deliver it! With all this fiery and intense energy, we may also be feeling a little more emotionally sensitive than usual. We may find ourselves feeling short-tempered or struggling to control our emotions. Address any anger or irritability that may arise, but try to do so with kindness and compassion. This Full Moon is also connected to the energies of the March Equinox and the start of our astrological year. Whatever intentions we set at this time may come to fruition.
October 13: Venus in Libra
Venus moves into one of her favorite domains. With Venus in Libra, we may be feeling more balanced and centered in our being. We may also find that we have more time to slow down and appreciate the finer things in life. Venus in Libra is also a good time to bring more beauty into your life, whether it’s indulging in a fresh bouquet of flowers or hanging a new piece of art.
October 14: Pluto Direct
Pluto is the first of our outer planets to station direct after being retrograde since May 5. This is a subtle energy, but that doesn’t mean it’s not powerful! Pluto stationing direct is a sign that it’s time to confront whatever skeletons are hiding in our closet. We can no longer pretend or sweep things under the rug. Everything has come up to be confronted, and we can either embrace it and transcend it or remain stuck in a repetitive cycle. Pluto is the planet of power, so tapping into this force from within will be our guide. How can we rise up into the fullest of our power? How can we remember the magnificent being that we are?
October 16-18- Arcturus Gateway
The Sun aligns with the super star Arcturus, allowing high-frequency energy to beam down to the planet. Arcturus is a star associated with prosperity, abundance, and psychic energies. Arcturus is also believed to be home to an advanced alien race that leads with love and compassion. You can learn more about this magical gateway of energy here.
October 20: Mercury Conjunct Mars
Mercury and Mars come together in Scorpio, creating a deeply intense dynamic. This energy is perfect for taking action on complex problems and following your instincts. Mercury is the planet of communication, and Mars is the planet of action, so if there is an important conversation that needs to happen, it’s likely to take place today! There is also some energy on our side supporting getting things done and crossing things off our to-do list. This energy can be encouraging, especially if we have been procrastinating on hard things. Mercury and Mars coming together in Scorpio can also be a powerful combination for transforming the way we think and express ourselves. We may realize that many of the thoughts we have been carrying around are outdated, or that we have been expressing ourselves in a small way rather than with truth and authenticity. There is a liberation on offer here, if we can rise up to take it.
October 21: New Moon in Libra
We are finally out of Eclipse Season and in a new lunar cycle! This New Moon in Libra has a sensitive soul, and will soften any harshness the Eclipses brought our way. It will support us to slow down, take a deep breath, and focus on returning to balance. Libra energy guides us to bring a sense of calmness and peace into our lives. We don’t have to strive, we don’t have to keep reaching; instead, we can just give ourselves permission to be where we are. Eris, is once again active at this New Moon, which is perhaps a sign from our Universe that even though we should focus on peace, we may have to be a little rebellious to get there. Maybe we do need to say no, set our boundaries, and disappoint a few people. Or, maybe we can finally let go of dogma or thought patterns that have kept us in a limited space. Eris is a force, and she will be showing us what is needed to return to balance.
October 22: Neptune Retrograde Re-Enters Pisces
Neptune exits Aries and returns to Pisces as it continues its retrograde journey. Neptune moved into Aries earlier this year, setting us up on a new cycle, but now we are getting a little pause and are being encouraged to revisit the past. Neptune in Pisces has been guiding us to step into our creativity and spirituality. Now, with Neptune returning to Pisces, we may find ideas around our spirituality and creative outlets consolidating. If we have been working in a creative field, we may reach the end of a chapter or find ourselves tying up loose ends. Neptune returning to Pisces is definitely a subtle shift, but the energy flow is harmonious.
October 23: Sun in Scorpio
The Sun moves out of air sign Libra into watery, sensitive Scorpio. It is under the Scorpio Sun that we can recognize the cycles of life. There is always darkness and light, and we ebb and flow between the two. One cannot exist without the other. Scorpio Season is a time of change where we begin to go inward and reflect on why we are the way we are, and what actions have led us to this point in our journey. This is a very introspective time, and one where we may feel the need to withdraw and go within.
October 23: Jupiter Square Chiron
This is the first of three Jupiter-Square-Chiron series we are going to experience. Jupiter is in Cancer and Chiron is in Aries, creating a new pathway to healing. This alignment invites us to confront wounds around self-worth and personal growth, encouraging bold steps toward emotional and spiritual healing. We may feel tension between our desire for expansion and the vulnerabilities we’ve carried for years, but this friction is exactly what helps us transform. By leaning into courage and self-compassion, we open the door to breakthroughs that can shift our perspectives and deepen our emotional resilience. As this is the first of three squares to take place, there is likely more to be revealed. The next Jupiter Square Chiron takes place on December 21, 2025, followed by July 1st, 2026. We won’t experience this alignment again until 2033.
October 29: Mercury in Sagittarius
The planet of communication moves out of deep and reflective Scorpio, into Sagittarius, where the energies are a little lighter. Sagittarius is all about the higher mind, philosophy, and the bigger picture. With Mercury here, we can take all that deep thinking we have been doing and find ways to apply it to the real world. What has been fermenting in our minds can now be expressed in bigger ways.
October 31- Halloween & The Pleiades
Halloween has its roots in the pagan festival of Samhain, which celebrates the midpoint between the Equinox and the Solstice. This is a time when the veil between worlds is believed to be thin, and we can access higher realms with greater ease. The Pleiades constellation, which is also synonymous with death and rebirth, is also high in the sky at this time of year, which is also said to signify and amplify these Samhain energies.
