Skywatchers who may be blocked by weather or geography from seeing the August partial lunar eclipse directly can still follow the event through several free online broadcasts. The eclipse occurs simultaneously for everyone on the night side of Earth, but a live blog will also offer ongoing coverage for those who cannot view the streams. The broadcasts will show the moon as Earth’s shadow darkens its surface, with the event expected to reach a deep crimson peak.
The Time and Date YouTube channel will start its livestream at 10 p.m. EDT on Aug. 27, which corresponds to 0200 GMT on Aug. 28. The stream will feature real-time views of the Sturgeon Moon from Portugal and Spain, weather permitting. Astrophysicist Graham Jones and journalist Anne Buckle will host the broadcast, offering expert commentary and scientific insights into the eclipse’s nature throughout the event.
Los Angeles’ Griffith Observatory will also host a livestream beginning at 10:25 p.m. EDT on Aug. 27, or 0225 GMT on Aug. 28. This broadcast will provide live views of the moon as it turns a deep crimson at the peak of the lunar eclipse, and the observatory will also offer public onsite viewing. The Griffith Observatory is a well-known public facility, and its stream will allow remote viewers to share in the experience.
The Virtual Telescope Project will offer a third stream on YouTube starting at 9:30 p.m. EDT on Aug. 27, equivalent to 1:30 GMT on Aug. 28. This feed will feature live views of the Sturgeon Moon captured by telescopes in Manciano, Italy, and Chile. Astrophysicist and astronomer Gianluca Masi will provide commentary and insights alongside the imagery.
For those seeking additional context, the source’s live blog will present the latest eclipse news, including details on each stage, their timing, and locations where the almost Blood Moon will be visible. A lunar eclipse photography guide is also available to help observers capture the moon, along with recommendations for the best cameras and lenses for astrophotography in 2026. Readers who capture their own images are invited to share them by sending photos, comments, and their name and location to the provided email address.
