On the evening of August 12th, you can witness the peak of the Perseid meteor shower. This is a popular annual event where you can see dozens of shooting stars per hour.

The best time to watch the Perseids is after midnight, but you can start seeing them as early as 10 pm. To get the best viewing experience, find a dark location with little light pollution and give your eyes time to adjust.

It's worth noting that the moon will be almost full on the night of the 12th, which will make it slightly harder to see the fainter meteors.