# Taurid Meteor Shower 2026: Fireballs

> See blazing fireballs from the Taurid meteor shower in 2026.
- Title: Taurid Meteor Shower 2026: Fireballs · Space | Shortify
- Summary: See blazing fireballs from the Taurid meteor shower in 2026. The Taurid meteor shower will be visible in 2026, known for its bright fireballs.
- Keywords: taurid meteor shower, 2026, halloween fireballs, aurora borealis, meteor shower, Space
- Source: Space — https://space.com/taurid-meteor-shower
- Published: 2022-10-06T08:54:16+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: taurid meteor shower, 2026, halloween fireballs, aurora borealis, meteor shower, science
## When is the Taurid meteor shower?
The Taurid meteor shower occurs in late October to early November 2026.
## Where can you see it?
Viewers can see the Taurid meteor shower over lakes and open areas with the aurora borealis visible below.
## Why are they called fireballs?
The Taurids are known as 'Halloween fireballs' due to their bright, fast-moving streaks.
## Key takeaway

The Taurid meteor shower will be visible in 2026, known for its bright fireballs.