full moon

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This ensures the holiday lands on the first Sunday after the first full moon occurring on or after the spring equinox.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

Based on an island tradition, last celebrated in 1914, it marked the first full moon of February with light, art and torchlit processions.

From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026

This alignment can only occur during a full moon phase.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 2, 2026

A few days after the next full moon on November 5, the Taurids should again be visible in the evening sky before moonrise.

From Science Daily • Oct. 31, 2025

“If we stand up here at one o’clock in the morning on the night of the full moon, we may be able to find the sword of Martin the Warrior,” he said, rather sternly.

From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques