As Chinese Lunar New Year celebrations draw to a close tonight, the Moon will transform into a shade of red.
Australia, Asia and the Americas will be treated to a "blood moon", also known as a total lunar eclipse.
Cultural astronomer Duane Hamacher says the event is a great chance for people to connect with the night sky.
"These days, how often do we get outside and look up at the sky?"
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