Astrological New Year 2026: The Sun’s Radiance in Aries

Let’s talk about one of the most iconic moments in astrology: the wonderful Astrological New Year!

Yes, I know what you’re thinking… The most popular New Year’s Eve happens from December to January – this is how it was established due to the Gregorian calendar, which is the one you use in your daily life.

But what if I told you that your soul and your inner energy are connected to another calendar? Sounds crazy, right? But I assure you that what’s really crazy is not connecting with it, and you’ll understand why.

But before we dive in, just a quick note: If you’re reading this article well before March 2026, here’s a tip: set a reminder on your phone at the end of February to ‘read this article again’ with the link to this page.

I think it’s very important that you read it now too (of course!), no matter what time it is, understand that no word comes to us by chance, so keep going. But I also know that your future self will thank you for reading all this again. Trust me!

20th March – The real New Year

A long time ago, the calendar was structured based on lunar and solar movements, but over time, the structure of this calendar was altered by figures of power, both kings and the Church. Adjustments were made to meet the demands of the moment, whether festivities, holidays, or other events.

Thus, the calendar we use today is the result of all these adjustments, which, in turn, became completely disconnected from the original (and wiser) idea of attuning the population to cosmic energy.

Would it be wonderful to have an official calendar like the one from the past again? Without a doubt! But what I want to tell you is that you don’t need to worry about that. I want to invite you to let go a little of those monthly pages full of little squares that cause so much anxiety for many people.

As one of the famous hermetic laws says: What is above is like what is below. In other words, we continue to feel the energetic influence of the movements of the sky even if the current calendar is out of sync.

So let’s bring a touch of rebellion (very much in tune with Uranus in Gemini) and break through the limitations of the Gregorian calendar and reconnect with the calendar of astral movements. What do you think?

The Sun’s Radiance in Aries

Returning to the proposal of the great sages of old, the Astrological New Year occurs on the day when the Sun begins its new zodiacal journey, that is, with its entry into the sign of Aries, which is the first sign of the zodiac. This is the same date as the equinox, with the change of season. Therefore, at exactly 7:46 a.m. (PDT) on 20 March, it will be the great moment of the astrological new year in 2026.

It is a period of the year with strong energy of renewal and great vitality, with a special energetic appeal for new beginnings! This is when the population generally begins to effectively face the new year. How many times have you felt that the year only really began after Carnival? Well,

the date of the astrological new year is extremely favourable for realising intentions, starting new projects, beginning new habits, renewing certain matters and taking the first steps towards something you dream of achieving.

You know when you visualise those classic New Year’s wishes? I suggest doing this from 20 March onwards, and I guarantee that it will have much greater power, because at that moment the Sun will be starting a new journey through the zodiac, travelling from then on through all the energies necessary for the development of personal projects over the next 12 months.

You can use this energetic power for any area of your life, but it is also worth looking at which house of your Astral Chart has the sign of Aries, as in the themes of this sector you will certainly have even more momentum for renewal.

In tune!

I suggest you set aside a special moment on 20 March to realise your intentions, which could be writing down your desires, goals and dreams, or even making a manifestation map. It could also be free writing about your feelings and the ambitions of your soul.

Here are some affirmation mantras that can be used for this moment:

• ‘I open myself to new possibilities.’
• ‘I access my courage and my faith.’
• ‘I trust my intuition and inner wisdom.’
• ‘I lead my dreams with confidence.’
• ‘I have all the strength I need within me.’

Take with you the phrases that make the most sense for what you need and make this moment a portal of personal connection with the power of the Sun in Aries, intending the best vibrations for the new year that is beginning.

Happy astrological new year to all of us!