Maraschino’s February 2026 Horoscope
Words: Maraschino
Welcome to the pressure cooker that is February. A once-in-a-lifetime month that will, to put it gently, show us what we’re made of and where there’s room for growth. The Full Moon in Leo on February 1st is loud and dramatic, demanding loyalty to the values we hold true. Uranus stations direct in Taurus on February 3rd, making multiple squares to Aquarius placements this month, so expect disruption anywhere that stability has replaced integrity. Uncomfortable and inconvenient truths will emerge, and global demonstrations will continue. Mercury shifts into Pisces on the 5th, followed by Venus on February 10th, which should be a nice reprieve for the artistically inclined and may soften some of the intensity of the present moment.
Saturn ingresses into Aries on February 13th until 2028, challenging us to take full responsibility for our own destinies - not as an act of isolation, but as a prerequisite to contribute meaningfully to the collective future. The Aquarius New Moon Solar Eclipse on February 17th is about metamorphosis. What safety or familiarity are we willing to forego, in order to expand into the truest, most authentic and liberated versions of ourselves?
The Sun sets sail for Pisces on February 18th, providing a watercolour backdrop for one of the most anticipated astrological events of the century - the Saturn-Neptune conjunction at 0° Aries on February 20th. The first degree of the zodiac’s first sign is a harbinger of renewal and regeneration. This period will test our faith and ideals, demand we reconcile our dreams with reality, and provide a rare opportunity for a fresh start.
A little slice of heaven emerges on February 22nd when exalted Venus in Pisces kisses Jupiter in Cancer. The moment will be fleeting, and all the more reason to indulge in whatever pleasures it has to give. Exhausted yet? Mercury’s going retrograde on the 26th to top it all off, but it will team up with Venus on February 28th to bring you a sweet reminder of why you still bother at all.
Jokes aside, I pulled a card from the Tarot Dakini Oracle for a little “inspirado” for the collective, and got Survival which says “the positive will always triumph, whatever the odds, and this realisation even in appalling situations is itself the seed of the cure.” Do your best, keep your heads up, and be good to each other! ng forever, and how it unfolds depends entirely on how we play our hand right now.
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Photo: Gina Canavan
February 1st: Full Moon In Leo
February 3rd: Uranus Direct In Taurus
February 5th: Mercury In Aquarius Square Uranus In Taurus
February 6th: Mercury -> Pisces
February 8th: Venus In Aquarius Square Uranus In Taurus
February 10th: Venus -> Pisces
February 13th: Saturn -> Aries
February 16th: Sun In Aquarius Square Uranus In Taurus
February 17th: Aquarius New Moon Solar Eclipse
February 18th: Sun -> Pisces
February 20th: Saturn Conjunct Neptune In Aries
February 22nd: Venus In Pisces Trines Jupiter Cancer
February 26th: Mercury Rx In Pisces
February 27th: Mars In Aquarius Square Uranus In Taurus
February 28th: Mercury Rx Conjunct Venus
Tarot: 10 of Pentacles
Clean sweep
Hi Aries. You’re in the hot seat now, but you don’t need me to tell you that. All roads lead to success when you move with the integrity, confidence and discipline of someone who truly knows and understands their power. As Saturn tests your resolve and strips away shortcuts, let patience, perseverance, and your famous, borderline reckless optimism be your sword and shield on the battlefield.
Tarot: Death
Forever changes
Hi Taurus. As Uranus stations direct in your skies for the last time this century, take a moment to appreciate how much you’ve evolved since this journey began in 2018. Every detour has been an opportunity to explore new horizons that brought you to where you are today. As you stand on the precipice of a new life, fresh lessons and experiences will continue to reveal your higher calling. Opportunities for personal and professional advancement will flow, but only accept what truly resonates with the person you’ve become.
Tarot: The Moon
Keep your dreams
Hey Gemini. A surge of abundance and good luck is headed your way, and it’s up to you to make the best of it. While all of this should feel pretty fab, this new set of circumstances could be accompanied by sudden and significant endings. Carving out time to meditate will increase your peace as the pace of life rapidly accelerates. Move forward confidently, and trust that the work ahead will yield gains that last a lifetime.
Tarot: Page of Pentacles
One day at a time
Hi Cancer. With all of the wisdom you’ve gained from Jupiter’s favour, how can you approach your present circumstances with a beginner’s mind? Curiosity, faith, and compassion for yourself and any lesser-evolved energies in your sphere will help to keep the grays away. Focus on personal expansion, and practice patience as you build an enduring foundation for your future. A good sense of humour about it won’t hurt either.
Tarot: 2 of Cups
Love is it
Hi Leo. With so much in flux, center your focus on the limitless potential of the eternal present. What does it feel like? What do you love? What would you change? The steadier your attention, the deeper your understanding of what truly matters to you. Commit to what expands your mind, heart, and soul, and let go of anything that burdens them. Love will express itself in a multitude of ways, but you have to be locked in to receive it.
Tarot: Queen of Wands
Take the cake
Hi Virgo. An otherworldly experience or message will liberate your heart. Be open to pleasant surprises, unexpected itineraries, and impromptu get-togethers with friends and lovers alike. Meditation is the key to self-preservation as the energies ramp up around you. Visualise your desired outcomes and marvel as reality shifts in favour of your intentions.
Tarot: The Magician
Take the leap
Hi Libra. Slough off any lingering remnants from the time before now. Untether yourself from the ghosts of your past, and surround yourself with grounding energies that encourage you to put your best foot forward. Get crystal clear on what your truth is, and how you want to embody it. If it makes you feel glamorous, it’s good for you. The work will speak for itself, with no introduction required.
Tarot: 6 of Swords
Onward and upward
Hi Scorpio. You’re in the right place at the right time, and your potential is a gold mine. Take action to realise long-cherished dreams. The ground beneath your feet is more stable than you think, and any tests that arise will only strengthen your resolve. Shake off the emotional debris of past upsets, and maintain laser focus on the outcome you’re seeking. It won’t happen overnight, but the more patient you are, the sooner you’ll get there.
Tarot: 10 of wands
Drop what you can’t carry
Hi Sadgie. Meditate on what love, pleasure, and connection truly mean to you these days. A truth about who you are, and how much you’ve evolved while Neptune and Saturn cozied up in your fourth house, will reveal itself. Relief follows when you realise you never really lost your way. Show gratitude for your many talents and gifts by sharing them with the world.
Tarot: 4 of Swords
Take it E.Z
Hi Cappie. Your angels are looking out for you, even if you’re not so sure. Self-love, boundaries, bubble baths, and nurturing your dreams will make you feel more at home with yourself right now. Taking time to rest is proof of your success. Meanwhile, friends and lovers alike will bring good luck and pleasant reminders of your magic when you need it most.
Tarot: 7 of cups
It’s all for you
Happy birthday, sweet Aquarius. You’ve been doing a lot of heavy-lifting with so much planetary energy combusting in your sign since mid January. The work is far from over, but the reward will last lifetimes. Keeping faith in your love, charm, creativity, and talents will strengthen their power to build a future worth living for. A fated gift from the universe will remind you that you’re exactly who, what, and where you need to be right now.
Tarot: Hierophant
The greatest friend of truth is time
Happy birthday, dreamy Pisces. To know you is to love you. Finding out who the “you” in question is has been some of the most important work of your lifetime. So much about your divine purpose has been revealed to you in the past month alone, and although there’s plenty more to glean, you’re ready to distill your findings into creative, generative, and tangible gifts for the benefit of all. Love is your north star.