Mercury, Venus and Jupiter will form a striking 3-planet parade low above the western horizon after sunset on June 12, offering a brief but beautiful show.

Mercury is due to join Venus and Jupiter in the night sky for a planet parade. Here's how to catch the celestial phenomenon in California.

Here's what to know about the five-night planet parade:Start the day smarter. Get all the news you need in your inbox each morning. When is the planet parade? Mercury, Venus and Jupiter are due to have a cosmic meetup colloquially known as a planet parade that should be visible between Thursday,