Pink Moon April 1
Definition
The full moon occurring in April, traditionally called the 'Pink Moon' by Native American tribes in reference to the pink phlox wildflowers that bloom in early spring; despite the name, the moon itself does not appear pink.
Specifically, the Pink Moon peaked on April 1, 2026, at 10:12 p.m. ET, coinciding with April Fool's Day and marking the first full moon of spring.
Examples
I set my alarm for the Pink Moon on April 1, only to realize it looked suspiciously like every other full moon—talk about a cosmic prank.
Under the glow of the Pink Moon April 1, my garden phlox finally bloomed, proving Mother Nature has impeccable timing.
Forget April Fool's jokes; the real trick was expecting the Pink Moon on April 1 to actually turn pink—silvery betrayal at its finest.
Stargazers partied under the Pink Moon April 1, whispering lunar secrets while the moon played coy in its usual white ensemble.