The September full moon – aka the Corn Moon – is almost upon us!
Read on for everything you need to know, including why it’s called the Corn Moon, why this year it’s also considered a rare Blood Moon, and what it means spiritually…
What is the Corn Moon?
The Corn Moon is the nickname for the September full moon.
The name – like other full moon names Strawberry, Buck and Sturgeon – comes from traditional Native American and European calendars, where each full moon was tied to a seasonal event.
September was peak corn-harvesting time in the Northern Hemisphere, so the moon that guided those late-summer nights naturally picked up the name.
What is the spiritual meaning of the Corn Moon?
Spiritually, the Corn Moon is seen as a symbol of harvest, gratitude, and preparation.
It’s often linked to themes of reaping what you’ve sown – whether that’s actual crops or more metaphorical seeds you’ve planted in your personal life.
Many modern interpretations frame it as a time to take stock, practice gratitude, and let go of what you no longer need; think of it as a cosmic nudge to both celebrate your growth and prepare for the next chapter.
What is the difference between the Corn Moon and the Harvest Moon?
The two are closely related but not always the same.
The Harvest Moon is specifically the full moon that falls closest to the Northern Hemisphere’s autumn equinox (around September 22-23).
The Corn Moon is usually just the September full moon – unless that one happens to be closest to the equinox, in which case it ‘levels up’ and becomes the Harvest Moon.
In 2025, the Harvest Moon will take place on October 6 (meaning October’s full moon, usually called the Hunter’s Moon, will level up this year).
When is the Corn Moon in Australia and how can I see it?
Australians are in luck this year as the Corn Moon will also be a rare Blood Moon!
A Blood Moon is what we call a total lunar eclipse, when the Earth slides perfectly between the sun and the moon.
During this alignment, the moon takes on a soft red glow, caused by sunlight bending through Earth’s atmosphere and scattering its blue light.
Essentially, the moon will be red!
The Corn Moon / Blood Moon will take place the evening of Sunday, September 7, 2025.
But the reddish hue of the Blood Moon will only be visible for 82 minutes during the early hours of September 8; see the exact times below:
- Adelaide: the Blood Moon will take place from 3am to 4.22am, peaking at 3.41am
- Brisbane: the Blood Moon will take place from 3.30am to 4.52am, peaking at 4.11am
- Canberra: the Blood Moon will take place from 3.30am to 4.52am, peaking at 4.11am
- Darwin: the Blood Moon will take place from 3am to 4.22am, peaking at 3.41am
- Hobart: the Blood Moon will take place from 3.30am to 4.52am, peaking at 4.11am
- Melbourne: the Blood Moon will take place from 3.30am to 4.52am, peaking at 4.11am
- Perth: the Blood Moon will take place from 1.30am to 2.52am, peaking at 2.11a
- Sydney: the Blood Moon will take place from 3.30am to 4.52am, peaking at 4.11am
Boy, September 2025 sure is shaping up to be a celestial month; there’s also a partial solar eclipse on the 22nd.
What should I do to honour the Corn Moon?
If you’re a little woo woo (us too!), here’s a few things you can do:
- Celebrate your harvest: Jot down wins, big or small, and acknowledge how far you’ve come.
- Share abundance: Cook for loved ones, donate, or pass on something meaningful you no longer use.
- Set fresh intentions: Decide what you want to ‘store up’ and focus on as the year winds down.
- Charge crystals: Place citrine, carnelian, or moonstone under the Corn Moon to soak up its energy.
