The 7 Biggest Astrological Events for Romance in 2023, According to an Astrologer

Whether you're a fervent astrology devotee or just like to occasionally read your horoscope for fun, chances are that you've used astrology as a tool to consider your romantic prospects.

Maybe you looked up your compatibility with a crush or examined a love horoscope to see if it was the right time to make your move, but depending on your source (or how much you even believe in astrology in the first place), you may have had mixed results. That's precisely why we've turned to an expert, Western astrologer and tarot reader at Nebula: Horoscope and Astrology Platform, Patrick Price, for his authoritative insights. He's specialized in astrological readings to help coach people through new beginnings and to help them find purpose in life, and we asked him all of our most burning questions about astrology and relationships, as well as the biggest astrological events for romance through the end of the year. Discover all of his insights with us below.

Astrology and Relationships

Patrick Price: The planets play a massive role when it comes to astrology, and they inform many different things about each of us on a personal and individual level. They inform our personality, development, characteristics, traits and so much more from the moment we are born, and they continue to impact us throughout our lives. They also indicate who we are, what we want and how we are likely to deal with various situations.

Because of this, the impact and influence they have on our romantic relationships cannot be understated. We can look to the planets to understand what kind of lover you are, your relationship to commitment, the kind of traits and qualities you find attractive in others and even how we will deal with the various positives and negatives a relationship may bring to our lives.

A really big way the planets influence our romantic relationships is our relationship compatibility with others. In astrology, we call it synastry. This is where we look at how the planets compare and align between two different peoples' natal charts, and this can be used to find a whole host of information—whether they share interests, how their perspectives align, whether or not their love languages compliment each other and so much more.

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May 7, 2023 – Venus enters Cancer

PP: There is a strong amplification of water sign energy at this time, so it is less about short-term fun and more about longer-term relationships beginning to blossom. Many will find their attention turn to building something meaningful, and a loving and romantic energy will flow with ease for most. If you have been unlucky in love as a general rule, then try dating or putting yourself back on the scene around this event, and you may be surprised at how many suitable contenders you find to fulfill your romantic desires and needs for the foreseeable. To make the most of this event, it is really important to lead with an open heart, which can feel scary if you have been hurt or heartbroken in the past, but in order to find the blossoming relationships trying to make their way to you at this time will require a certain vulnerability and openness, as true love always does. For those already in a relationship, it is likely you will see a resurgence of the romantic passion that usually occurs at the start of a relationship—the "honeymoon period," so to speak. Don't be afraid to try new things, be spontaneous and find new adventures. The opportunities will be flowing all around.

 

May 20, 2023 – Mars enters Leo

PP: Mars is the masculine planet of love, and entering into a spicy Leo energy is sure to spice things in the bedroom department. If you are single and looking for fun, safe and exciting encounters, then now is the time. Make the most of the provocative and lustful energy being whisked your way by leaning into your inner sexiness—even if this is a part of yourself that feels repressed or that you have struggled to embrace in the past, then really allow yourself to try a new energy around this event—the energy of adventure, openness and confidence. Confidence is sexy, and everyone should feel empowered to channel their inner confidence in all areas of their life. Be brave and get your flirt on! Fancied someone for a while but never done anything about it? Now is the perfect time to make a move. This energy is also available to those who are in a relationship. Encourage your partner to feel their best self by making them feel like a god or goddess. Physical touch is another form of human connection, and it is never too late to try something new. Remember, it is always important to be safe, and consent is always a must. Aries, Leo, Gemini and Sagittarius will feel especially heated up around this time.

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July 2, 2023 – Venus in Leo Square Uranus in Taurus

PP: This will be a really important time to understand where relationships are heading, as this event is going to set the trend for where your current relationships or situationships go for the next few months. The themes that crop up during the relationship at this time will be here to stay for a while. For example, if you begin July with a lot of arguments, issues and problems, then you will both have to work really hard to avoid these increasing in the months that follow. On the other hand, if your relationship is thriving around this time, then that's good news for the future of the relationship. Be wary of the energy you are putting into relationships around now, as it is that energy that will be coming back to you, again and again, for quite some time.

 

Aug. 27, 2023 – Mars enters Libra

PP: You don't need to be an expert astrologer to understand the importance of communication in your romantic relationships, but when Mars enters Libra, it is something you will become abundantly aware of. Expect your romantic situation to take a positive turn, as whoever you are with or dating will be behaving in a very respectful way when it comes to your communication with them. To make the most of this positive occurrence, try to employ open and honest communication and also a forgiving heart. Communication and empathy are vital now in order to take that relationship to a new level. Everyone is going to get a positive boost in their relationship around this event, and romantically it will be a very lucrative time, but to really get the most out of it, be brave in your desire. Express your wants, needs, hopes, desires, fears and feelings, and feel reassured that honest communication will only lead you to the right places.

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Sep. 29, 2023 – Full Moon in Aries

PP: This will be an intense moment for relationships that may be struggling or just not feeling "right." The full moon is Aries seeks to highlight the cracks in our relationships—the ones we are aware of but avoiding addressing. These cracks will be mostly unignorable around this time, leading to the potential ends of relationships that have been on the rocks. This full moon will only end relationships that are not destined to grow and have fulfilled their purpose, so whilst breakups are seldom easy, have an open mind as the universe will be leading you towards something bigger. Sometimes, the best beginnings are found in endings.

 

Nov. 8, 2023 – Venus enters Libra

PP: This will be a great time if you are already coupled up, as this unique planet-sign combination will instigate a period of strong commitment and even the strongest of relationships will feel even more committed and understanding. You will get to know your partner in new ways that will serve to enhance the mutual understanding and bond you share. If you are single, this will be a time of great clarity, so make sure you do not rush into anything without consideration. Your intuition will be leading you into relationships or encounters that will enhance your romantic experiences in a very beneficial and positive manner whilst also steering you away from possible relationships that would be wrong for you, create toxic cycles or provide more pain than positivity.

 

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Dec. 29, 2023 – Venus enters Sagittarius

PP: This is a really interesting event that will make romance exciting. Venus, the planet of love, will amplify the adventure within your romantic relationships in ways you may have never even considered or thought possible. Take a leap and be daring. Have an exciting date and do things with your partner or romantic interest that you would never normally try and allow yourself to be a thrill seeker. Rock climbing, white water rafting or mountain biking will be great little adventures to try together, and the relationship will be stronger for it. The great news is that the spontaneity and va va voom your relationships welcome around this time will be here to stay for a while, making this a powerful event. Make the most of this by really letting your imagination go wild on things you would like to try as a couple. Some things may be great experiences, and some will find lifelong hobbies and a connection for the relationship to share forever. Also, getting into nature together around this time will bring you closer than ever, providing a sense of security the relationship may never have experienced before.

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