Overview
October 2026 is a month of two halves. With the Moon in Gemini — your 1st house of self — you begin with visibility and quick instincts. Mercury and Venus are both in Scorpio, your 6th house of work and health, so daily routines, tasks and wellbeing dominate early on. On Oct 3, sweet Venus turns retrograde, slowing affection and spending. On Oct 11, a New Moon in Libra opens a fresh chapter in your 5th house of creativity, romance and play. On Oct 16, Pluto turns direct, easing deep power dynamics. On Oct 24, Mercury goes retrograde, so back up files and recheck plans. On Oct 25, Venus enters Libra, softening your 5th house further. The month's biggest event is the Full Moon in Taurus on Oct 26, illuminating your 12th house of rest and closure — a call to release what you've outgrown.