What planet was showing near the moon last night?

Answer 1

the moon orbits around the earth constantly. The earth is always closest. _____________________ The last few evenings, Venus has been that extra-bright planet in the sky right next to the Moon.

Answer 2

The above answer only applies at certain times. Since the moon and planets are always in motion but orbit in the nearly same plane all of the planets will appear next to the moon at times.

Answer 3

That's Venus next to the crescent Moon last night and even closer tonight.

Answer 4

Last night, the planet near the moon was likely Jupiter. Jupiter is one of the brightest planets visible in the night sky, and it often appears close to the moon due to their respective orbits.