What do you get when you add the planets Saturn and Neptune (both retrograde in Pisces), within four degrees and two minutes of a perfect conjunction and then finish the equation by adding a square of that same conjunction to Uranus in Gemini? Hint: The answer to this quasi-mathematical question will doubtless be answered on October 31, 2025. Yes. Halloween.
‘Chaos’ is a quick answer. It may be wrong, however. Or it could be dramatically and earth-shakily correct. Therefore, let’s look at this Halloween lineup by the Sun Signs affected. (If I were you, I’d bet on all twelve signs being affected. And I’d win my bet. See why I enjoy astrology?)
Aries: March 21 -April 19
How much and what kind of celebration are you devising for All Hallows’ Eve this year, Aries? Since Saturn, planet of responsibility and common sense is conjunct Neptune, ruler of your Twelfth House of secrets and squaring Uranus, ruler of astrology (don’t say I didn’t warn you), mayhap spending a quiet evening at home handing out treats to the little ones Trick or Treating at the front door is the best course. In other words, have a safe holiday by observing it – quietly.
Taurus: April 20 – May 20
Have a party in your home to take advantage of Neptune in your Eleventh House of friendships and emphasize food over liquor. How about a ‘Just Desserts’ fling, and be sure the pastries and ice cream are available on platters and in tubs? Of course, you’ll have to watch your budget a little – with Uranus the planet of originality, don’t order cupcakes with gold leaf since it’s also transiting your Second House of money. Settle for edible gold glitter instead.
Gemini: May 21 – June 21
Uranus in your First House – oh my. Let’s not do something completely foolish, like midnight sky diving or forgetting to have a designated driver along party night. Gemini, you know as Twins you’re very impulsive, so don’t wear your nearly-nude costume to your great-aunt’s genteel tea party. Embarrass her too much, and there goes your inheritance. Dress appropriately for your destination, mind your manners and restrict the champagne. You could meet the love of your life at the punch bowl.
Cancer: June 22-July 22
Moonchild, Uranus is in your Twelfth House and likely causing real nightmares for you already. Work with this planet of creativity and don’t let it frighten you. You have a nice trine working for you with Saturn and Neptune transiting Pisces, so listen to your intuition and quietly put forth your name for an advancement at work. Go with the kids to their school carnival and enjoy the simple things like a candied apple or newly-spun cotton candy.
Leo: July 23-August 22
Is there a Leo who doesn’t enjoy a costume party? (If your answer is “I do not,” please don’t tell me. You’ll break my heart.) Do the Cinderella Thing and disappear from the party just before midnight, in your elegant ballroom gown or regal robes of royalty. Wear a face mask and let your hair down for one evening, just for the heck of it. Eat way too many cookies or dance a few too many times with that person whose voice you think you know – but maybe not. Adventure can be quite a treat for Halloween.
Virgo: August 23-September 22
Now don’t go telling the other party guests about the fascinating trivia bits you’ve learned about All Hallows’ Eve – unless you want to end up talking to the stove in the kitchen. (That’s where the boring guests seem to congregate.) Wear your dance shoes, accept a glass of white wine or even just ginger ale and enjoy yourself. That’s an order. And it’s for your own good.
Libra: September 23-October 22
Uranus in Gemini, your Ninth House of travel, may urge you to go on a quick trip around the 31st of October – and why not? Just check to be sure your shots are up to date and your passport is too – or if that’s not in the budget, stay a few days in a nice hotel in the largest city close to your home town. Get out of your ordinary neighborhood, eat at a small exotic restaurant, and enjoy being a tourist. If you like, pretend you don’t speak English and star in your own mini-movie for a while.
Scorpio: October 23-November 21
You’re just the type to go stroll through a graveyard on Halloween night – and yes, you’d enjoy it too, especially if you have a companion along who’s a bit – shall we say – nervous at the strange date you suggested? A less disturbing jaunt would be a trip through a spooky maze or a well-known haunted house. If you’re really into the occult, hire a gypsy fortune teller, place her in a curtained-off corner of the living room for privacy, and let your guests have their futures told. Bwahhahaha.
Sagittarius: November 22-December 21
A centaur would be the perfect costume for you, but if that can’t be found, settle for an archer instead. Very authentic. With Uranus transiting your Seventh House of marriage, you may be quite involved with an Aquarian for the foreseeable future – or maybe beyond. This could be a very good pairing, as long as you both stay true to each other and don’t simply forget to go home because you’re having so much fun. Neither of you has ever met a stranger, but do keep your best friend.
Capricorn: December 22-January 19
A Capricorn enjoying a frivolous holiday like Halloween? Stars above! Well, why not? Your ruler, Saturn, needs to allow you a little recreation more often, and not force you to be stodgy and solemn all of the time. Remember, the other half of that current conjunction in Pisces is Neptune, so go to a movie marathon or a magic show. Have your chart drawn up by a professional astrologer and get the complete interpretation of your planets. Make a daydream come true, not just on Halloween.
Aquarius: January 20-February 18
Uranus, your Ruling Planet transiting Gemini may make you even more airily dismissive of a few rules – or sometimes common sense. Don’t go to a party at an unknown destination in a carload of equally unknown people. Exercise a little caution – Saturn squaring Uranus doesn’t suffer fools gladly, and teaches a very hard lesson as a consequence. You can still have a great time without endangering yourself. And suffer less of a hangover, too.
Pisces: February 19-March 20
If you’re a Fish born the last week or so of Pisces, you may think there’s no way you’re going to enjoy a party or something fun with Saturn looking over your shoulder all the time. Take heart – you’ve learned who can be trusted, how to budget and live within your means and likely set back a bit of savings. You’ve had to prove yourself. And when Saturn finally departs Pisces, it can’t return to harass you for approximately thirty years. Now, isn’t that a treat for Halloween?
Have a pleasant holiday, ducks – and don’t forget El Dia de los Muertos, too. – MZ