NYC to see rare Blue Moon and Manhattanhenge alignment

New York City will experience a rare celestial event this weekend as a "Blue Moon" coincides with the first "Manhattanhenge" sunsets of 2026. On Thursday and Friday evenings, the setting sun will align with Manhattan's street grid, while a seasonal Blue Moon will rise shortly after sunset on Friday. This combination is expected to draw crowds to east-west streets for the iconic urban skywatching spectacle. AI

RANK_REASON This is a recurring astronomical event with no new developments or significant impact.

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