On Saturday, April 12, 2025, at precisely 8:22 p.m. EDT, a full moon will rise in the night skies. In fact, it’s called the Pink Moon. However, despite its name, this full moon won’t actually blush with color. Nevertheless, it will still provide something equally as beautiful.
Additionally, this year’s Pink Moon will also be a micromoon—the smallest full moon of 2025. Occurring when the moon reaches its full phase at apogee, the farthest point in its elliptical orbit from Earth, it will appear slightly smaller and dimmer than usual. Yet in its subtlety lies its magic. Suspended delicately in the night sky, the micromoon offers a softer, more ethereal kind of beauty—less dramatic than a supermoon, but no less enchanting.
The Pink Moon owes its name to the moss pink, a wildflower that bursts into bloom in early spring across North America. Its rising has long been celebrated by cultures around the world as a symbol of renewal, fertility, and the delicate power of transformation. As winter fully yields to spring, the April moon reminds us that even the quietest changes can bring the most profound growth.
Where to Watch the Pink Moon in Philadelphia
Indeed, Philly’s cityscape provides plenty of perfect spots to watch the Pink Moon rise. Head to the Schuylkill Banks Boardwalk for an open view over the river, with the moon reflecting on the water as it climbs above the skyline.
For a more serene experience, Belmont Plateau in Fairmount Park offers wide skies and a peaceful backdrop away from city lights. And for a touch of urban magic, Spruce Street Harbor Park pairs moonwatching with waterfront vibes and twinkling lights.
Wherever you are, take a moment to pause beneath the April sky and look up. The Pink Moon may be the smallest full moon of the year—but its presence, like spring itself, is quietly extraordinary.