Rare planetary parade: Check dates and here's how you can see six or seven planets. Skywatching tips from NASA

Planetary parade in January: A planetary parade is a colloquial term that applies when four or more planets line up in the night sky at once. Sky watchers will get a good view of some of the planets that they will be able to see clearly after sunset without the use of a telescope or binoculars. Check dates of rare planetary parade and how you can view six or seven planets.