Get Ready to Witness Nightfall at Noon: The 2024 Total Solar Eclipse in Texas
Calling all Texas stargazers! Mark your calendars for April 8th, 2024, because the Lone Star State is about to experience a celestial spectacle unlike any other – a total solar eclipse. That's right, on that momentous day, the moon will completely block the sun, plunging the state into darkness for a brief but unforgettable period. The next total eclipse will not occur until 2044!
A Once-in-a-Lifetime Event
Total solar eclipses are rare occurrences, and Texas is in the prime viewing location for this one. The path of totality, where the sun will be entirely obscured, will carve a northeasterly path across the state. Cities like Del Rio, Austin, Dallas, and Fort Worth will all have a chance to witness this awe-inspiring phenomenon.
Darkness in the Heart of Texas
During totality, the day will turn into night for a few short minutes. Temperatures will drop, and the sky will take on an ethereal twilight hue. Animals may even be fooled into thinking nightfall has arrived. But the true star of the show will be the breathtaking sight of the sun's corona, a faint, ethereal ring of plasma typically hidden by the sun's glare.
Planning Your Eclipse Adventure
If you're lucky enough to be in the path of totality, make sure to plan ahead. Special eclipse glasses are essential for viewing the eclipse safely. Never look directly at the sun, even during an eclipse. There are also many organizations hosting eclipse viewing events, so be sure to check out your local astronomy clubs or parks departments for details.
If you’re in Austin (like I am) take note of these times!:
Partial eclipse starts - 12:17 p.m.
Totality - 1:36:10 p.m. to 1:37:58 p.m.
Partial eclipse ends - 2:58 p.m.
Beyond the Darkness
The 2024 total solar eclipse is more than just an astronomical event; it's a chance to connect with the universe and marvel at the wonders of science. So, dust off those telescopes, grab your eclipse glasses, and get ready for an unforgettable experience under the Texas sky!
My favorite events happening around Texas!
See Vampire Weekend play during the solar eclipse at the Moody Amphitheater! Glasses will be provided. Doors at 11am. Show is at noon.
1401 Trinity St
Austin, TX 78701
25 Highland Park Village, Suite 201
Dallas, TX 75205
(214) 238-3385
Join Miron Crosby in our Dallas studio for a Solar Eclipse Watch Party and the launch of their newest boot! Monday, April 8th || 12 pm - 4 pm. RSVP to Nerissa@mironcrosby.
Commodore Perry Estate and Mirasol Springs Ranch partner up to bring you a day of dynamic programing that is family-friendly!
Call 866.976.4312 for more information
Austin, TX
Watch the eclipse in a fun space, paying a nod to all of the old Austin neon signs and enjoy specialty themed cocktails, a DJ and Flash Tats!
Starts at 11 AM, DJ starts at noon
9909 FM 969 Bldg 3
Austin, Texas 78724
Meow Wolf Presents: Gone Fishing @ Texas Eclipse Festival
“Bring your tackle box and get ready to hop aboard, as Meow Wolf Presents - Gone Fishing, a tactile, fully immersive, performative art installation at Texas Eclipse.
During the day, hear the musings of the inhabitants in the local livery, and at night, watch the water heat up with sizzling performances for our most mature maritime friends. Let the glow of our neighborhood invite you to stay a while, make a fished connection, and float your worries away. Dock up and cast a line for a memorable time in our precious world.”
105 Co Rd 114
Burnet, TX 78611