New Moon in Aries: 17th April 2026 at 21:51

Themes: Adventure: Exploration: Challenge 

The New Moon on the 17th of April is in the fire sign of Aries. All New Moons bring the opportunity to start again, however this one will be particularly intense. If you are prepared to make changes, the awakening of an adventurous beginning will be yours.  

Aries energy is restless, bold and wanting action. It compels us to be free, innovative, and absolutely true to ourselves. This requires courage and willpower, as well as a deep understanding of self. The New Moons square with Pluto in Aquarius will ask us to explore what part we play in our complicated world and will urge us to make significant changes. 

The Moon represents the subconscious, our true self, hidden beneath the surface. This New Moon square with Pluto, the planet of the Underworld, a realm that harbors our shadow self. Squares in astrology bring needed change through challenges. They force us to act and step outside of comfort and limitation. They turn what is perceived as hardship into growth. 

Look at what isn't working within you and take a new approach. Sometimes it is beneficial to ‘rock the boat’ and sometimes it is better to retreat, so take a risk and try a completely new approach.  

Under the New Moon, consider problems as allies of transformation. Explore what is difficult in your life. Contemplate a bold and very brave way to embrace these difficulties, own them and make them magickal.  

With love,
Danae Moon the SpellBox Witch:
Author of Becoming the Witch

Spell for Adventure:

Place 3 red candles in the shape of a triangle and light them.
Anoint your hands and feet with rosemary oil then ylang-ylang oil.
Imagine a road of gold rising before you.