Leo
July 23 - August 22
The Golden Era
The Creative Leader
2026 Overview
2026 is your year to be seen—and seen BIG. When Jupiter enters Leo on June 30, 2026, it marks the beginning of a once-every-12-years cycle of expansion, luck, and personal magnetism that lasts until July 2027. This is the decade's biggest shift for you: opportunities multiply, you magnetize luck, and doors swing open that you didn't even know existed. Your creative talents are ready for a much bigger stage. You're feeling more like "yourself" than you have in a long time, and your radiance is catching everyone's attention. Jupiter rewards the brave—so show up, shine, and take the lead.
Your 2026 Motto
“I am stepping into my light, and I am ready to receive the abundance the universe has for me.”
2025 Wrap-Up
2025 was a year of "shadow work" for you—the necessary behind-the-scenes preparation for the spotlight that's about to hit. While Jupiter spent most of the year in your 11th house of networking and future goals (before moving to your 12th house of spirituality and hidden matters), you were doing deep internal work. It felt like being in a waiting room or working backstage while others got the applause.
The 8th house themes dominated your year: From January 11th forward, the North Node transited your 8th house, suggesting that some of the greatest joys—and challenges—came through attachments to others, feelings of empowerment, and learning to share yourself more vulnerably. Meanwhile, Uranus continued its disruptive tour of your 10th house of career and public reputation—a transit that's been making your professional life anything but boring since 2018.
You spent 2025 refining your craft and deciding what *really* makes you happy when the cameras aren't rolling. You cleared out the "fans" (fair-weather friends who only show up when you're shining) to make room for true allies who'll support you in both the spotlight and the shadows. The cosmic lesson: *Before you can lead others, you must know yourself completely. The quiet work you've done is the foundation for the golden era ahead.*
Key Dates for 2026
Mark these cosmic milestones on your calendar
Feb 10
The Fated Meeting
AnchorSignificant new people enter your life through eclipse energy
June 30
The Golden Entry
FuelJupiter enters Leo—the pivotal moment launching your 12-month golden era
Aug 1 – 20
Peak Radiance
ShieldLeo season with Jupiter in your sign—maximum visibility and opportunity
Your Support Team
Three crystals chosen specifically to support your 2026 journey
Pyrite
Stone of Abundance
Your cosmic spark plug — your success magnet, attracting recognition and abundance.
When to Reach For It
When manifesting abundance, before important meetings, or when you need a confidence boost.
Power Moment
June 30 - The Golden Entry
Sunstone
Stone of Leadership
Your energetic protector — carries the energy of the sun god, bringing warmth, strength, and clarity.
When to Reach For It
During high-visibility moments, when you need to protect your energy, or when self-doubt creeps in.
Power Moment
Aug 1-20 - Peak Radiance
Tiger's Eye
Stone of Protection and Power
Your grounding force — gives you prowess and mental sharpness to make smart, strategic moves.
When to Reach For It
During social events to discern true allies, before important decisions, or when you need grounded confidence.
Power Moment
Feb 10 - The Fated Meeting
Expert Insights
“Jupiter in Leo brings the new Summer of Love in July-September 2026. July, August, September, and late November bring the chance for extraordinary personal opportunities, with powerful energy for enthusiasm, creative enterprise, self-expression, and letting go of inhibitions. Jupiter conjunct a Leo Sun lights up identity, vitality, direction, confidence and charisma.”
Jessica Adams — Psychic Astrologer
“Plot twists galore—and more growth than you've experienced in over a decade. When Jupiter enters Leo in June, it brings big blessings to your self-confidence and personal growth. This transit comes around only once every 12 years, so 2026 is definitely no time to play it small. One of your keywords for 2026 is 'release.' This is your year to identify any family patterns that once served a purpose but are now ready to be composted.”
Chani Nicholas — CHANI App
“Until June 30th, the areas of life destined to expand and grow include your spiritual world, compassion, private life, and tolerance. It's a cycle for looking within and learning your inner strength. Until April 25th, your career, professional projects, reputation, and public image continue to open up and change.”
Cafe Astrology (Annie Heese) — Cafe Astrology
“Dear Leo, in 2026 your personal growth journey is bold and transformational! From the last day of June until year's end, Jupiter visits your sign, giving you a major confidence boost. This is a period of self-expansion, renewed optimism, and fresh opportunities. You'll draw people and chances your way just by being your most authentic self.”
Horoscope.com — Horoscope.com
“This is a massive moment for visibility and career growth, especially for those who've been putting in the work behind the scenes. It's time to take the spotlight, claim credit, and push creative projects further than ever. Jupiter rewards the brave, so show up, shine, and take the lead.”
Elle Australia (Kristy Gray) — Elle Australia
Navigation Tips
Lead with your heart, not your ego. Authenticity is your ticket to the big wins this year. Jupiter rewards genuine self-expression—not performance or posturing.
The Saturn-Neptune conjunction in Aries (February 20) activates your 9th house of higher learning, travel, and expansion. This signals a "back to basics" approach to your belief systems and worldview. Things built on weak foundations may crack under pressure, while suitable ones will endure and strengthen. Consider this a 2-year cycle (until April 2028) of refining what you truly believe and what adventures genuinely call to your soul.
One of your keywords for 2026 is "release." When the South Node enters Leo in July, part of your mission becomes letting go of unhelpful habits—patterns that once served you but now drain your energy. This is the cosmic invitation to shed old identities that no longer fit the evolved Leo you're becoming.
**Stay humble and helpful.** Your generosity and warmth are your superpowers. Use them.