Venus and the crescent moon dazzle in a spectacular post-sunset show (photos) The moon and Venus met in the western sky on May 18-19, setting the stage for a dramatic photoshoot. Astrobitica May 20, 2026 (Last updated: May 20, 2026) 1 minute read The moon and Venus met in the western sky on May 18-19, setting the stage for a dramatic photoshoot. About the Author Astrobitica Administrator Visit Website View All Posts This post was originally published on this site Post navigation Previous: Astronomy magazine launches 2026 astrophotography contest presented by CelestronNext: NASA’s Fermi glimpses power source of supercharged supernovae