October 2024 horoscopes: Embrace the mysterious energy of spooky season

Trick or treat? The astrology of October is serving up a healthy dose of both! A solar eclipse in the partnerships-focused sign of Libra kicks things off on October 2nd, helping us break free of toxic relationship dynamics. Two weeks later, on October 17th, a fiery full moon challenges us to stand up for ourselves and assert our needs in love. Scorpio season comes around on October 22nd, which means raw emotions and radical vulnerability will reign supreme.

Embrace the dark and mysterious energy of spooky season, in romance and beyond. Oh, and make sure your birth control of choice is good to go—because the only scares you need this month are of the Halloween persuasion.

Libra

September 23rd - October 22nd

Happy birthday season, Libra! The solar eclipse in your sign on October 2nd is helping you shed your old skin and release self-doubt—which will allow you to show up in your relationships with more confidence than ever before. The full moon two weeks later shines a light on any codependent tendencies that you may or may not have been aware of. Now’s a great time to set some healthy boundaries in love and speak up for your needs, even if it ruffles someone’s feathers.

Scorpio

October 23rd - November 21st

Amorous planet Venus is in your sign for the first half of October, infusing your aura with an irresistible charm. Use this seductive magic to attract all that you desire! It’s an especially potent period if you’re looking to tap into your wild side or branch out of your romantic comfort zone—so don’t be afraid to shake things up. Your birthday season starts on October 22nd, and you have full cosmic permission to indulge in every pleasure available to you. Make your lovers splurge on something celebratory and special.

Sagittarius

November 22nd - December 21st

The heartfelt solar eclipse on October 2nd is shaking up your social life, so don’t be surprised if a friends-with-benefits situation suddenly begins or ends. However, the real action in your love life hits two weeks later, as a feisty full moon lights up your sex and dating zone with climactic passions on October 17th, and amorous planet Venus slides into your sign on the very same day. Look forward to lots of romantic prospects and peak manifestation powers through the rest of the month.

Capricorn

December 22nd - January 19th

Career shake-ups are keeping you busy through the first half of October, but make sure you’re able to squeeze in some social time, especially if you’re single. You may find that you meet someone special through mutual friends. Passionate Mars is in your relationship zone all month, so making the first move will come more naturally now. The full moon on October 17th is pulling you deep into a cloud of rose-colored nostalgia, so allow yourself to wander down memory lane without overly romanticizing relationships from the past.

Aquarius

January 20th - February 18th

You love to challenge the status quo, and the solar eclipse on October 2nd is the perfect time to embrace your unorthodox streak in love. Let go of other people’s beliefs and ditch society’s rules about how to conduct relationships—that should be entirely up to you and your partner(s). Two weeks later, romantic planet Venus hits your social sector, making it a fabulous time to hit the town with friends and get your flirt on. A sexy-spooky costume and fun Halloween parties are a must.

Pisces

February 19th - March 19th

Get ready to dive deep into your psyche and examine your relationships from the inside out, because the solar eclipse on October 2nd is asking you to look beneath the surface of your desires. You’re getting more comfortable with being vulnerable and embracing your truth, so put what you’ve learned into practice. Acting on your passions should be easier than usual, as lustful planet Mars is in your sex and dating zone all month. Your libido is high, and so is your confidence! And once Scorpio season starts on October 22nd, your adventurous streak will be, too.

Aries

March 20th - April 19th

It’s time to flush out any partnerships that aren’t serving your growth anymore, Aries. The eclipse on October 2nd pushes you to set boundaries and implement the lessons you’ve learned about love. Sensitivities are high mid-month, but instead of acting on every trigger, try to lean into the feeling of vulnerability. The full moon in your sign on October 17th is testing the strength of your relationships, but it’s also teaching you to trust in your own power. You can handle more than you think.

Taurus

April 20th - May 20th

Lover Venus is lighting up your relationship zone for the first half of the month, so focus on inviting more harmony, connection, and romance into your love life—especially during the days after the October 2nd eclipse. Sudden changes of heart could shake up a partnership mid-month, but don’t fear your feelings or run from the truth. Evolution is a good thing! Emotions run deep during the latter half of the month, so allow yourself to be more vulnerable and focus on trust.

Gemini

May 21st - June 20th

The cozy autumn vibes are putting you in a romantic headspace, especially during the heartfelt eclipse on October 2nd. You might find yourself making some adjustments to your roster and seeking more balanced and respectful partners who more solidly meet your expectations—and finding them might come more easily than you think! Once amorous Venus enters your relationship sector mid-month, commitments could be on your mind. Are you looking to lock down a cuffing season fling? If so, now’s a good time.

Cancer

June 21st -July 22nd

The eclipse on October 2nd is plunging you into nostalgia, so it might be time to loosen your grip on some memories of lost relationships. Learning from the past is good, but don’t let it hold so much power over you—especially since amorous planet Venus is in your romance zone for the first half of the month! Combined with lusty Mars being in your sign, this makes it a fabulous month for dating, hook-ups, or infusing current partnerships with more depth and fun. Chase after whatever lights up your passionate side.

Leo

July 23rd - August 22nd

Communication is extra important to your relationships this month, Leo, so make an effort to put your feelings into words—especially during the eclipse on October 2nd. Holding things inside will only create resentment, so adopt an open-book policy in love. If you’re looking to flirt with some new faces, the latter half of the month is promising, as romantic planet Venus will be in your sex and dating sector, sweetening up your prospects. Get out and enjoy some amorous autumn fun.

Virgo

August 23rd - September 22nd

Shake off any self-consciousness under the solar eclipse on October 2nd, as this lunation is here to help you feel deeper into your body, whether you’re solo or with a partner. Let go of your inhibitions so you can fully enjoy life’s sensual pleasures! You’ll dive even deeper into this introspective vibe during the full moon two weeks later, so explore the underbelly of your desires and figure out how to move forward without fear. Remember: Your pleasure is never something to be ashamed of.