Full Moon Calendar 2026 (UK Time)

In 2026, the UK will experience 13 full moons, starting with the Wolf Moon on 3 January and ending with the Cold Moon on 24 December.

Key highlights include a rare "Blue Moon" on 31 May (second in a month), a total lunar eclipse ("Blood Moon") on 3 March, and supermoons in January, November, and December. 

3 January (10:03 GMT): Wolf Moon (Supermoon)

1 February (22:09 GMT): Snow Moon

3 March (11:38 GMT): Worm Moon (Total Lunar Eclipse)

2 April (03:12 BST): Pink Moon

1 May (18:23 BST): Flower Moon

31 May (09:45 BST): Blue Moon

30 June (00:57 BST): Strawberry Moon

29 July (15:36 BST): Buck Moon

28 August (05:18 BST): Sturgeon Moon

26 September (17:49 BST): Harvest Moon

26 October (04:12 GMT): Hunter's Moon

24 November (14:53 GMT): Beaver Moon (Supermoon)

24 December (01:28 GMT): Cold Moon (Supermoon) 

 

🌙 Moon Phases in 2026: A Guide to Each Lunar Cycle

The Moon has long guided our emotions, energy, and intentions. In 2026, each lunar phase offers a unique opportunity to pause, reflect, and realign with your inner rhythm. Whether you’re manifesting, releasing, or simply observing, understanding the phases of the Moon can help you move through the year with greater clarity and purpose.

Below is your guide to the meaning, energy, origins, and crystal allies for each moon phase and how to work with them throughout 2026.

🌑 New Moon - A Time for New Beginnings

The New Moon gets its name because the Moon appears “new” again in the sky. It sits between the Earth and Sun, with its illuminated side facing away from us.

Energy: Renewal, intention-setting, fresh starts
Best for: Setting goals, journaling intentions

Crystal: Moonstone
Known as the stone of new beginnings, Moonstone enhances intuition and supports fresh starts - perfect for planting your intentions.

This is your moment to get clear on what you want to call into your life. Like the unseen Moon, your intentions are forming beneath the surface.

🌒 Waxing Crescent - Building Momentum

“Waxing” means growing, and “crescent” comes from the Latin crescere, meaning “to grow.” This phase is named after the thin curve of light as the Moon begins to expand.

Energy: Hope, growth, forward movement
Best for: Taking small steps, staying committed

Crystal: Green Aventurine
A stone of opportunity and growth, Green Aventurine supports progress and encourages optimism as your plans begin to unfold.

As the light expands, so does your motivation. Growth may feel subtle, but it’s happening.

🌓 First Quarter - Facing Challenges

The First Quarter appears as a half moon, but its name reflects being one-quarter of the way through the Moon’s orbit.

Energy: Decision-making, determination, resilience
Best for: Overcoming obstacles, taking action

Crystal: Tiger’s Eye
A grounding and confidence-boosting stone, Tiger’s Eye helps you stay strong, focused, and decisive when challenges arise.

This is a turning point. Trust yourself and push forward with courage.

🌔 Waxing Gibbous - Refinement & Alignment

“Gibbous” comes from gibbosus, meaning bulging, describing the Moon as it becomes more than half illuminated but not yet full.

Energy: Adjustment, refinement, alignment
Best for: Reviewing plans, making improvements

Crystal: Fluorite
Fluorite enhances clarity and focus, helping you fine-tune your path and stay mentally aligned with your intentions.

You’re nearly there, this phase is about polishing what you’ve built.

🌕 Full Moon - Illumination & Release

The Full Moon is named for its fully illuminated appearance, a complete circle of reflected sunlight.

Energy: Completion, heightened emotions, clarity
Best for: Releasing, celebrating, gaining insight

Crystal: Clear Quartz
A powerful amplifier, Clear Quartz enhances clarity, intention, and energy, making it ideal for full moon rituals and releasing work.

Everything is illuminated now. Honour what’s come to light and let go of what no longer serves you.

🌖 Waning Gibbous - Gratitude & Integration

“Waning” means decreasing, while “gibbous” still refers to the Moon being more than half full, but shrinking.

Energy: Reflection, gratitude, wisdom
Best for: Giving thanks, integrating lessons

Crystal: Amethyst
A deeply spiritual stone, Amethyst supports reflection, inner peace, and the integration of emotional and spiritual insights.

This is a time to pause, reflect, and appreciate your journey.

🌗 Last Quarter - Letting Go

The Last Quarter appears as another half moon, marking three-quarters of the lunar cycle completed.

Energy: Release, closure, forgiveness
Best for: Breaking habits, clearing emotional space

Crystal: Black Obsidian
A powerful protective and cleansing stone, Black Obsidian helps you release negativity and cut energetic ties.

Let go with intention. This is where transformation deepens.

🌘 Waning Crescent - Rest & Surrender

“Waning Crescent” refers to the final shrinking sliver of light before the Moon disappears again.

Energy: Rest, surrender, healing
Best for: Self-care, restoration, reflection

Crystal: Selenite
A high-vibrational cleansing crystal, Selenite promotes peace, clarity, and energetic reset—perfect for this restful phase.

This is your time to slow down and restore. Trust the stillness.

🌙 Working with the Moon in 2026

Each month in 2026 brings a new opportunity to align with these natural rhythms. By tuning into the Moon’s phases, you can:

• Set clearer intentions

• Make empowered decisions

• Release emotional weight

• Feel more connected to your inner self

You can deepen your practice by working with crystals by holding them during journaling, meditating with them, or simply keeping them nearby.

✨ Final Thoughts

The Moon reminds us that life is cyclical. There are times to begin, to grow, to release, and to rest and each phase is equally important.

As you move through 2026, let the Moon be your guide. Trust your timing, honour your energy, and remember: just like the Moon, you are always evolving.