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Star signs and cannabis strains: October 2026 horoscopes
Happy Spooky Szn, Stargazers! Get ready: October is a month of relentless retrogrades. Venus stations retrograde (RX) in Scorpio on Oct. 3, which is going to feel like flooring the gas pedal with the car in reverse. Some astrologers call this Venus RX the year’s most impactful transit. Venus rules love, money, and what we value. When it spins backwards, exes and old desires resurface. But when it retrogrades In Scorpio? Expect all of that amplified with shadows included.
This retrograde has two parts. Until Oct. 25, Venus spins backward through Scorpio, where feelings run hot, obsessive, and jealous. Then it pops back into Libra, a relief with fewer burn-at-the-stake vibes. That’s when real relational mending can begin.
On Oct. 3, Mars in Leo opposes Pluto retrograde in Aquarius, sparking power struggles. Our best words of advice: Don’t take the bait! On Oct. 4, Mercury in Scorpio enters its pre-retrograde shadow, slowing down our tech and communications. Make a practice of backing up your files and spell-checking everything. That day, the Sun in Libra opposes Saturn retrograde in Aries, pitting desire against duty, while the Moon joins Mars. Expect big, bratty energy about not doing what you want because responsibilities or limitations say otherwise.
The Oct. 10 New Moon in Libra can reset a relationship, but Venus squares Mars that day. Your patience this day will pay off. The Sun sextiles Jupiter in Leo on Oct. 15 for a lucky break, providing some relief from all the RX heaviness. Venus squares Pluto on Oct. 19, bringing back up some control issues.
On Oct. 23, the Sun enters Scorpio and meets Venus in a cazimi, bringing clarity about what (and who) you love. Mercury stations retrograde on Oct. 24. The next day, Oct. 25, a Full Moon in Taurus opposes Mercury RX in Scorpio. Expect money, self-worth, and anything hiding beneath the surface to come to a head.
*Read these horoscopes for both your Rising and Sun signs to get the most accurate insights.
Your October Horoscope
Between Venus retrograding in your 8th House and a partner who may feel constricting, October will be a real test of your temper, Aries. You need a strain that cools you down and keeps your head clear to have hard conversations, which is why we chose Jokerz for you. The flavor is gassy, and it runs strong, so start with a small hit and save it for evening wind-downs.
Venus in Scorpio stations retrograde in your 8th House of shared resources and intimacy on Oct. 3, so debts, joint accounts, and trust issues resurface. Mars in Leo in your 5th House of romance and creativity opposes Pluto in Aquarius in your 11th House that same day, pitting a personal passion against a friend group’s expectations. On Oct. 4, the Sun in Libra in your 7th House opposes Saturn in your 1st, which could make a partner’s needs feel like a leash. The New Moon in Libra resets that partnership zone on Oct. 10. Try to renegotiate the terms before deciding to walk away. Then, Mercury stations retrograde in your 8th House on Oct. 24, bringing up similar issues the Venus retrograde did. The Full Moon in Taurus illuminates your 2nd House of income on Oct. 25. Reread any loan or contract before you sign it and check the fine print. Then collect what you are owed.
Venus, your ruling planet, spends most of October retrograde in your 7th House, Taurus, so exes and partnership drama may test your famous patience. You need a strain that lifts your mood and melts stress, which is why we chose Headband for you. This lovechild of OG Kush and Sour Diesel is euphoric, tingly, and uplifting, and stress is the top thing people say it helps with.
Venus, your ruling planet, stations retrograde in Scorpio in your 7th House of partnerships on Oct. 3, Taurus. Exes, old business partners, and unfinished relationship business may circle back. Mars in your 4th House opposes Pluto in your 10th that day, too, so home or family and career demands pull in opposite directions. Venus in Scorpio then squares Mars in Leo on Oct. 10, adding friction between a partner and your family or living situation. Mercury in Scorpio stations retrograde in your 7th on Oct. 24, making mixed signals with a significant other more likely; so say what you mean, stick to it, and make sure you’re communicating with clarity. On Oct. 25, Venus returns to Libra and your 6th House of routines and health, and the Full Moon lands in Taurus that same day. You finally see how much you’ve been giving. Adjust accordingly.
Your ruler, Mercury, stations retrograde in your 6th House of work this month, Gemini, so glitchy schedules and crossed wires could test even your legendary multitasking skills. You need a strain that keeps you sharp and productive, which is why we chose Colombian Gold for you. Keep it a daytime smoke, because the Oct. 25 Full Moon lands in your 12th House and asks you to rest.
Venus stations retrograde in your 6th House of work and daily routines on Oct. 3, so a job situation or coworker dynamic you thought was settled resurfaces. Your ruler, Mercury, enters its shadow in that same house on Oct. 4. Expect glitches in schedules, emails, and workflows. Double-check deadlines, make sure your facts are accurate, and make sure what you’re communicating is clear. The New Moon in Libra lands in your 5th House of romance and creativity on Oct. 10, ideal for restarting a creative project or flirting with intention. The Sun in Libra in your 5th House sextiles Jupiter in your 3rd House of communication on Oct. 15, bringing a lucky conversation or landing a successful pitch. Mercury stations retrograde in your 6th House on Oct. 24, and the Full Moon in Taurus lights your 12th House of rest on Oct. 25. Your body is asking for a break. Take it without guilt.
Venus in Scorpio retrogrades through your 5th House of romance and creativity this month, Cancer, so an old crush or shelved passion project may come knocking. You need a strain that coaxes you out of your shell, which is why we chose Lychee for you.
Venus stations retrograde in your 5th House of romance, pleasure, and creativity on Oct. 3, so an old crush or abandoned creative project may knock. Mars in Leo in your 2nd House of income opposes Pluto in Aquarius in your 8th House that day, too, exposing tension between your possessions, what you earn, and what you owe. On Oct. 4, the Sun in Libra in your 4th House opposes Saturn in Aries in your 10th House, pulling you between home life and career duties. The New Moon in Libra resets your home base on Oct. 10, making it a smart time to reorganize or have that family talk. Mercury in Scorpio stations retrograde in your 5th House on Oct. 24, so reread texts before sending them to a new flame. The Full Moon in Taurus lights your 11th House of friendships on Oct. 25. Notice who shows up for you through thick and thin.
With Mars and Jupiter both in your sign this month, Leo, you’re running hot and lucky at the same time. You need a strain with rock-star energy that keeps you laughing, which is why we chose Purple Haze for you. Expect floral lavender and sweet violet notes. It’s a daytime smoke, so enjoy it in the sunshine, or use it at night to keep the celebrations going.
Mars is in your 1st House of self all month, Leo, and on Oct. 3 it opposes Pluto in Aquarius in your 7th House of partnerships. A partner may push back hard on your plans, so resist the urge to steamroll. Venus in Scorpio stations retrograde in your 4th House of home and family the same day, bringing old family patterns or a housing question back for review. Hold off on all major renovations for now and wait, at least, until Venus moves back into Libra later in the month. Ideally, wait until the retrograde ends. Venus in Scorpio then squares Mars in Leo on Oct. 10, adding tension between your needs and your household’s. The Sun in Libra sextiles Jupiter in your sign on Oct. 15, a lucky window to pitch yourself. Now’s the time to literally BET on yourself. Do it and watch the seeds you’ve been sowing bloom. Mercury in Scorpio then stations retrograde in your 4th House of home on Oct. 24, and the Full Moon in Taurus lights your 10th House of career on Oct. 25. A professional effort hits a milestone. Take the credit you’ve been working hard for.
Your ruler, Mercury, stations retrograde in Scorpio in your 3rd House of communication this month, Virgo, and Venus is reversing through that area of your life too, so expect crossed wires, typos, and old conversations with partners and family to repeat. If you experience this, know that something is unresolved. You need a strain that switches off the overthinking, which is why we chose Sour Apple for you.
Venus in Scorpio stations retrograde in your 3rd House of communication on Oct. 3, so old conversations, sibling drama, or neighbor(hood) issues resurface. Your ruler, Mercury, enters its pre-retrograde shadow in the same house on Oct. 4. Proofread everything and back up your phone and laptops. That day, the Sun in Libra in your 2nd House of money opposes Saturn in Aries in your 8th House of shared resources, putting a spotlight on debts, taxes, real estate, or a joint account. The New Moon in Libra resets your 2nd House on Oct. 10, a clean moment for a realistic budget. Mercury in Scorpio stations retrograde in your 3rd on Oct. 24; prepare for your main methods of communication to be inherently faulty — yes, this also includes how you communicate out of your mouth. So, make sure you’re saying what you mean and meaning what you say. Keep in mind that if you’re rude for no reason, it will blow up in your face. On Oct. 25, Venus returns to Libra in your 2nd House, and the Full Moon in Taurus lights your 9th House of travel and study. A trip or course you’ve been eyeing comes into focus.
The New Moon lands in your sign on Oct. 10, Libra, and Venus, your ruler, returns home on Oct. 25, so this month is about resetting how you show up. You need a strain that lifts your mood without tipping the scales, which is why we chose Blue Dream for you. This California classic is creative, euphoric, and happy, with a balanced high that works as well at a party as it does solo.
Venus, your ruling planet, stations retrograde in Scorpio in your 2nd House of money and self-worth on Oct. 3. Old spending habits and questions about what you’re worth come up for review, so pause on big purchases and pay attention to your internal dialogue. On Oct. 4, the Sun in Libra in your 1st House opposes Saturn in Aries in your 7th House, and a partner may feel like a wall you keep hitting. The New Moon in Libra in your 1st House of identity on Oct. 10 is your personal reset. Set one intention for how you want to show up and what about yourself you want to let go of. The Sun in Libra sextiles Jupiter in Leo in your 11th House of friends on Oct. 15. Say yes to the invite or intro that comes your way. Venus returns to your sign on Oct. 25, as the Full Moon in Taurus lights your 8th House of shared resources. Settle a debt or clarify who owes what. Then take a second to breathe.
Venus spends most of October retrograde in your sign, Scorpio, and Mercury joins it on Oct. 24, so your intensity is cranked all the way up. You need a strain that lightens the mood without dulling your edge, which is why we chose Bananas for you. This indica-dominant hybrid is relaxed, focused, and happy.
Venus stations retrograde in your sign on Oct. 3, Scorpio, asking you to reassess how you present yourself and what you want from love. Don’t get a haircut or more tattoos — just skip all dramatic makeovers until mid-November. Mars in Leo in your 10th House of career opposes Pluto in Aquarius, your modern ruler, in your 4th House of home that day, too, so work pressure may spill into family life. Venus in Scorpio squares Mars in Leo on Oct. 10, adding friction between your personal needs and professional demands. The Sun enters your sign of Scorpio on Oct. 23 and meets Venus in Scorpio for a beautiful cazimi, clarifying what you truly value. Mercury stations retrograde in your 1st house of Scorpio on Oct. 24, so pause before you speak or post or send via email. Then, the Full Moon in Taurus lights your 7th House of partnership on Oct. 25. A professional or romantic relationship reaches a big turning point. Listen closely to what is said and the actions that follow.
We know you like to party, Sag, but this month it’s best to stay a little clear-headed. Venus and Mercury both retrograde in Scorpio through your 12th House of rest and the subconscious, so old feelings may surface when you least expect them. You need a strain that keeps you steady while you sort through them, which is why we chose Midnight for you.
Venus stations retrograde in your 12th House of rest and the subconscious on Oct. 3, Sag, so old feelings and private regrets float up when you least expect them. Journal them out or bring them to a therapist. Mars in Leo in your 9th House of travel and beliefs opposes Pluto in Aquarius in your 3rd House of communication that day, so debates around long-held beliefs could get heated. The Sun in Libra in your 11th House of friends sextiles Jupiter in Leo, in your 9th House on Oct. 15, bringing good news about a trip, a class, or a big idea. Mercury in Scorpio joins Venus in retrograde in your 12th House on Oct. 24, making it a great time to rest and a lousy time to overcommit. The Full Moon in Taurus lights your 6th House of health, routines, and work on Oct. 25. Fix the routine that’s wearing you down.
The New Moon in Libra lands in your 10th House of career on Oct. 10, Cap, and you already know what you want. You need a strain that keeps you motivated without frying your focus, which is why we chose Lemon Meringue for you. This sativa is energetic, focused, and uplifting, and Leafly says it’s a go-to for fatigue, making it an ally when work and family compete for your hours.
Venus stations retrograde in your 11th House of friends and networks on Oct. 3, Cap, bringing old friends or former colleagues back into the picture. On Oct. 4, the Sun in Libra in your 10th House of career opposes Saturn (your chart ruler) in Aries in your 4th House of home and family. A work demand and a family obligation may compete for the same hours. Saturn in Aries is also retrograde, so shore up your foundations before adding any new obligations to the mix. The New Moon in Libra resets your career sector on Oct. 10, making it a solid time to set a professional goal and detail the way to attain it. Mercury stations retrograde in your 11th House on Oct. 24, so double-check group plans and communications with friends — make sure the text went through and you didn’t leave someone accidentally hanging. The Full Moon in Taurus illuminates your 5th House of romance and creativity on Oct. 25. A creative project or love affair peaks. Enjoy it, bish.
Aquarius: GMO
Pluto in your 1st House is still reshaping who you are, Aquarius, and this month a partner and your career both push back. You need a strain that shuts off the noise at night, which is why we chose GMO for you. This indica-dominant hybrid is relaxed, tingly, and creative, and stress and anxiety top the list of what people say it helps with. It smells like garlic, onion, and cheese, a flavor profile only a professional alien could love.
Mars in Leo in your 7th House of business and romantic partnerships opposes Pluto in Aquarius in your 1st on Oct. 3, so a partner may challenge who you’re becoming. Stand your ground without dragging them or being overly stubborn. You’re going to be who you are no matter what. Venus in Scorpio stations retrograde in your 10th House of career that same day, which could bring back an old job offer, a former boss, or a professional goal you shelved. Venus in Scorpio squares Mars in Leo on Oct. 10 and then Pluto in Aquarius on Oct. 19, adding tension between your public reputation and your most impactful relationships. Mercury in Scorpio stations retrograde in your 10th on Oct. 24, so reread contracts (especially the fine print) and clarify expectations at work. The Full Moon in Taurus lights up your 4th House of home and family on Oct. 25. A domestic situation comes to a head. Decide what home needs to feel like now, or who in your family needs support the most and how you can help.
The Full Moon lights up your 3rd House of communication on Oct. 25, Pisces, so the thing you’ve been rehearsing in your head is finally ready to be said out loud. You need a strain that pulls you out of the daydream and into the conversation, which is why we chose Fruit Punch for you. It lives up to its name, so take it slow and save it for daytime or a sunset sesh.
Venus in Scorpio stations retrograde in your 9th House of travel, higher learning, and beliefs on Oct. 3, Pisces. An old travel plan, a program you dropped, big writing project, or a belief you outgrew may resurface. Mars in Leo in your 6th House of work, routines, and health opposes Pluto in Aquarius in your 12th House that same day, so burnout could sneak up on you. Build rest into your schedule to ensure you can keep showing up for the people around you and ongoing projects. The New Moon in Libra lands in your 8th House of shared money, resources, and real estate on Oct. 10, making it a good time to sort out joint finances. Mercury stations retrograde in your 9th House of Scorpio on Oct. 24, so confirm flight times and reread applications before you submit them. The Full Moon in Taurus lights your 3rd House of communication on Oct. 25. That speech you keep rehearsing in the shower? Deliver it to a sibling, your group chat, or your feed. Your words could be the spark someone’s been waiting for.