January is peak fresh-start season — but according to astrology, not every day in 2026 is created equal. From popping the question to signing contracts, a leading astrologer reveals how to work with the stars this year.
A new year is upon us, and you may be thinking about making some big changes in 2026. Maybe it’s a career leap, a wedding, buying your first home or finally saying yes to something (or someone) that’s outside of your comfort zone.
But while January feels like a clean slate, astrology suggests timing could be just as important as intention.
Psychic and astrologer Inbaal Honigman, speaking to Casino.ca, has revealed the luckiest — and unluckiest — days, dates and even times of the day in 2026 for love, money and major life decisions.
According to Inbaal, some days offer powerful cosmic tailwinds, while others are better spent lying low and letting things pass.
Get your calendar ready: here are the all-important dates to plan around this year.
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The luckiest and unluckiest dates of 2026
If you’re someone who likes to plan ahead, these are the dates worth circling in your diary now.
Luckiest date for love: 3 March
Romance is written all over this early-spring date.
“On this date, the planets Mercury, Venus and Mars are all in the intuitive, emotional sign of Pisces,” Inbaal explains. “The heightened romance of the day is balanced by the Moon in Virgo, lending realism and grounding.”
In other words, it’s dreamy and practical — making it ideal for weddings, proposals, romantic holidays or finally asking someone out on a date.
“This is the luckiest day for love because it’s not afraid to go all out,” she added.
Luckiest date for career: 16 January
Good news if you’re job-hunting or chasing a promotion early in the year.
“The Moon has just moved into the business-minded sign of Capricorn,” Inbaal explains. “This creates a powerful window for promotions, applications and presentations.”
With Capricorn energy dominating the skies, ambition and professionalism are rewarded.
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Luckiest date for wealth: 29 July
This is the standout money date of the year.
“Jupiter, the planet of wealth, forms a conjunction with the bright Sun in the sign of Leo,” Inbaal says. “The powerful Sun amplifies Jupiter’s luck, making success feel inevitable.”
It’s a strong day for launches, public-facing projects and stepping into the spotlight.
Unluckiest date of the year: 3 October
Not every day is meant for bold decisions.
“There’s a war among the planets,” Inbaal warns. “This isn’t a day for life-changing decisions, but one for laying low and prioritising self-care.”
If you can postpone big conversations or commitments, this is the day on which to do it.
The luckiest and unluckiest days for love
When it comes to romance, astrology isn’t just about planets — tradition and symbolism matter as well.
Luckiest day to propose: 1 May
“May Day symbolises fertility, conception and sacred union,” Inbaal explains. “The maypole represents interconnectedness and partnership, making it an ideal day for proposals.”
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Luckiest day to move in together: 2 February
“The Celtic festival of Imbolc symbolises new beginnings, creativity and healing,” she says, making it a strong date to start a shared life.
This ancient Gaelic festival marks the halfway point between the winter solstice and spring equinox.
Luckiest day to get married: 21 June
The Summer Solstice comes with built-in optimism.
“The extended daylight allows the Sun to bless the newlyweds with positivity and opportunity,” Inbaal reveals.
Unluckiest day for love: 31 October
Inbaal explains: “While spiritually powerful and ideal for self-reflection, it may invite unresolved issues and hidden truths into relationships.”
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Buying property is one of life’s biggest financial commitments — and astrology says stability is key.
Most stable date: 19 April
“Taurus is one of the most stable signs,” Inbaal says. “This creates a uniquely auspicious window for long-term stability.”
Most prosperous date: 9 June
“Jupiter, the planet of wealth, meets Venus, the planet of the home,” she explains, making it the most prosperous property date of the year.
Best day for new beginnings: 21 March
“Perfect for first-time buyers and new property investors,” Inbaal reveals.
Most chaotic date: 25 April
Inbaal warns: “Expect indecision and uncertainty — and avoid major investments.”
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If you’re feeling lucky, astrology still has opinions.
Luckiest day: Thursday
“Thursday is the day of the planet Jupiter, known as the planet of luck,” Inbaal reveals.
Also lucky: Sunday
She says Sudays are “associated with luck, success, positivity and abundance […] a great catch-all day.”
Unluckiest days: Friday and Saturday
“Friday is ruled by Venus and represents stability rather than unexpected riches, while Saturday is karma day — and karma and betting don’t work well together,” points out Inbaal.
The luckiest and unluckiest time of day
It’s not just the day on which you act, but when during that day that can make all the difference.
Luckiest time: mid-morning
“Associated with money and self-worth”, mid-morning is ideal for interviews, dates and new routines.
Unluckiest time: the hours before sunrise
“An unlucky time for sending in applications or finalising investments”, though ideal for creativity and introspection.
Lucky numbers linked to money
If numbers matter to you, these three carry strong financial symbolism:
- 4 — “Stability and balance”
- 7 — “A universally lucky number”
- 8 — “A number of prosperity and abundance, especially powerful for manifesting financial success.”
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