Throughout January, a stunning celestial event will unfold as four planets align in the night sky, offering a rare opportunity to witness this cosmic spectacle with the naked eye. NASA reports that Venus,

Worlds will align for a "planetary parade" in January, with four bright and easily visible to the naked eye. But an even better view arrives in February and March. Here's what you need to know.

Sky gazers will get a peek at what has been called a "parade of planets," where this time around, up to seven planets may appear to line up.

To have four bright planets visible in the winter night sky is a cool skywatching event to share with friends and family.

CINCINNATI (WKRC) - NASA announced that January will be an eventful month for stargazers, as six planets will be visible in the night sky, four of which can be seen with the naked eye.

From the northern lights ringing in the New Year to a spectacular meteor shower, January is shaping up to be an exciting month for stargazers. In fact, every night this month there is something to admire in the night sky, as a four-planet conjunction of Venus, Saturn, Jupiter, and Mars will be visible throughout January.

On the evening of Jan. 10, Venus will reach its greatest eastern elongation — its easternmost distance from the sun. This is one of the best times of the year for Venus viewing. Catch the planet just below Saturn in the southwest sky after sunset; it will set beneath the western horizon around 9:30 p.m., according to stargazing site Stellarium.

Stargazers get ready as this January into February is the chance to catch one of the best planetary displays for years. This is known as planetary alignment - or a planet parade. You'll be able to spot some celestial bodies with just your eyes while others can be seen through a telescope.