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Strawberry Moon will soon sweeten up June's night sky
By Scripps News Group at NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)
· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
June's full moon, known as the Strawberry Moon, will soon rise and sweeten up the night sky.The Strawberry Moon, the first full moon of the summer, will peak on Monday, June 29.Although the name implies the moon may have a pink or reddish hue, it actually got its name from the berries that ripen ...
Key takeaway The Strawberry Moon, the first full moon of the summer, will peak on Monday, June 29.
Why this matters in The Nashville
The Strawberry Moon's arrival on June 29 will be a welcome sight for Nashville residents who enjoy stargazing in the city's many parks and green spaces. While the moon won't actually have a pink or reddish hue, its peak will coincide with the ripening of strawberries and other summer fruits in local gardens and farmers' markets. The name's origins in Native American culture also serve as a reminder of the region's rich indigenous heritage, which is still celebrated today through various cultural events and festivals in the Nashville area. As the summer solstice has just passed, the Strawberry Moon will be a notable milestone in the season's progression, and its appearance will likely draw crowds to popular viewing spots like the Cumberland River waterfront and Percy Warner Park.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? June's full moon, known as the Strawberry Moon, will soon rise and sweeten up the night sky.The Strawberry Moon, the first full moon of the summer, will peak on Monday, June 29.Although the name implies the moon may have a pink or reddish hue, it actually got its name from the berries that ripen ...
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