Major Celestial Events , Coming Up in 2024. Stargazers in the United States witnessed an array of spectacular celestial events in 2023, including a rare "ring of fire" eclipse, meteor showers and a partial lunar eclipse. . Stargazers in the United States witnessed an array of spectacular celestial events in 2023, including a rare "ring of fire" eclipse, meteor showers and a partial lunar eclipse. . Stargazers in the United States witnessed an array of spectacular celestial events in 2023, including a rare "ring of fire" eclipse, meteor showers and a partial lunar eclipse. . 'Smithsonian Magazine' recently offered readers a list of some of the must-see stellar events coming up in 2024. December 12, 2023, to January 12, 2024:, Quadrantid meteor shower, This meteor shower's short, intense peak is set to occur January 3 to January 4. . NASA suggests would-be viewers lay on their back with feet facing northeast, looking up and allowing your eyes 30 minutes to adjust. April 8:, Total solar eclipse, The moon is on course to pass directly between the Earth and the sun, which should be visible anywhere along the 115-mile-wide path of totality. . It’s an event unlike anything else that you will ever witness. It’s a real surreal feeling, Jeff Rich, astronomer and outreach coordinator at the Carnegie Observatories, via 'Smithsonian Magazine'. April 16 to April 25: , Lyrids meteor shower, Unfortunately, this year's annual Lyrid meteor shower falls just before the full moon, which may obscure viewing. April 16 to April 25: , Lyrids meteor shower, Unfortunately, this year's annual Lyrid meteor shower falls just before the full moon, which may obscure viewing. April 15 to May 27: , Eta Aquarid meteor shower, This annual shower, known for its fast-traveling meteors, will take place around the new moon on May 6, providing good viewing conditions. . August 11 to August 13: , Perseid meteor shower, This annual meteor shower is typically one of the most spectacular of the year, with viewers expected to see between 50 and 100 shooting stars per hour. September 18: , Partial lunar eclipse, This celestial event will be visible from North and South America, as well as Europe and Africa, beginning on September 17 at 10:12 p.m. Eastern Time.