There’s something undeniably powerful about a New Moon—the quiet, invisible reset point in the lunar cycle where everything feels like it’s beginning again. On Friday, April 17, 2026, we’re gifted with a particularly potent New Moon in Aries, a lunation that doesn’t just whisper intentions—it dares you to act on them.
This is not a soft, dreamy New Moon. This is fire. This is initiation. This is the spark.
Let’s explore the astrology behind this night, and how to work with crystals, candles, and tarot/oracle decks to create a ritual that actually moves energy.
🌑 The Astrology of the April 17, 2026 New Moon
This New Moon occurs in Aries, the very first sign of the zodiac, marking a true energetic reset in astrology. It happens at 27° Aries, symbolizing a culmination of courage and readiness to begin again—this time with intention.
Aries energy is bold, independent, and action-oriented. It’s about:
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Identity and selfhood
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Taking initiative
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Courage and risk
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Starting something new—even before you feel ready
Astrologically, this New Moon is especially charged:
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It kicks off a new lunar cycle rooted in self-leadership and authenticity
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Several planetary aspects around this time (like Mercury aligning with Neptune and Mars forming supportive angles) bring a mix of intuition + action
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All major planets are direct, suggesting fewer energetic obstacles and clearer forward motion
In simple terms:
👉 This is one of the best nights of the year to decide who you are becoming—and take the first step immediately.
🔮 Setting the Space: Creating Your New Moon Ritual
Because the New Moon is invisible (0% illumination), the energy is inward, reflective, and seed-like.
Think of this ritual as planting something beneath the surface.
✨ Cleanse Your Space
Before anything else, clear your energy:
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Smoke cleanse (sage, palo santo, incense)
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Sound (bells, singing bowls)
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Or simply intentional breathwork
🔥 Candle Magic for Aries Energy
Aries is ruled by Mars—planet of action, desire, and drive. Fire is its element, so candles are especially powerful for this New Moon.
Choose candle colors intentionally:
Ritual idea:
Carve a word or intention into your candle (like “BEGIN,” “COURAGE,” or a specific goal). As you light it, say your intention out loud—Aries energy responds to boldness and voice.
Let the candle burn as you move through the rest of your ritual.
💎 Crystals to Amplify Your Intentions
Crystals act like energetic anchors for your intentions. For this Aries New Moon, focus on stones that activate courage, clarity, and forward movement:
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Carnelian — confidence, motivation, creative fire
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Red Jasper — grounding + endurance
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Clear Quartz — amplifies any intention
How to use them:
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Hold them while setting intentions
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Place them around your candle
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Keep one with you for the next lunar cycle as a reminder of your commitment
🃏 Tarot & Oracle: Listening Before Acting
Even though Aries is about action, the New Moon asks you to listen first.
Pull 1–3 cards with a prompt like:
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“What am I ready to begin?”
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“What is asking for my courage right now?”
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“What energy should I embody this cycle?”
Let your reading guide your intention-setting. Aries energy can be impulsive—tarot helps you align that impulse with truth. Check out some Tarot and Oracle Decks HERE.
🌱 Writing Your Intentions (The Core of the Ritual)
This is the heart of your New Moon practice.
Write 3–5 intentions that feel:
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Personal (Aries = self)
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Active (use present tense)
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Bold (growth lies within discomfort)
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“I take confident action toward my purpose.”
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“I trust myself to begin before I feel ready.”
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“I choose courage over hesitation.”
After writing:
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Read them aloud (important for Aries energy)
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Visualize them already happening
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Sit with the feeling of having already begun
🌌 Closing the Ritual
When you’re ready to close:
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Thank your guides, intuition, or higher self
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Blow out the candle with intention (or let it safely burn out)
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Keep your crystals nearby or on your altar
You might feel energized, restless, or suddenly clear—that’s the Aries effect.
🔥 Final Thoughts: This New Moon Is a Spark—Not the Whole Fire
The April 17, 2026 New Moon isn’t about perfection or having a full plan. It’s about initiation.
Aries doesn’t wait.
Aries begins.
So whatever you’re calling in—don’t just write it down.
Take one real-world action within 24 hours of your ritual.
Send the email.
Start the project.
Say the thing.
Because this New Moon isn’t just asking what you want—
it’s asking: are you ready to move?
