Everything You Need to Know About the Solar Eclipse in Central … – Austin Monthly

On Saturday, Oct. 14 around 11:41 a.m., the Texas Hill Country will experience the much-hyped annular solar eclipse. While the Austin area will only see roughly 80 percent coverage by the moon over the sun, San Antonio and other Central Texas towns will have around 90 percent coverage during the astronomical spectacle. Heres the inside scoop on the upcoming eclipse.

Unlike a lunar eclipse, which happens when the shadow of the Earth lines up on the moon, a solar eclipse is the rarer time when the moon blocks the sun when viewed from a specific area on Earth.

Partially: While the path of the eclipse wont be directly over Austin, it will be more than 80 percent covered above our skies, so attendees can get a glimpse of it. (Plus, solar eclipse glasses could complete your festival look and stand out from the usual suspects at the festival.)

If you want to see more coverage, yes! The best bets for seeing the eclipse near Austin will be in Kerrville, San Antonio, New Braunfels, or Utopia. Here are some parties worth checking out:

Hop on a tube at Rockin R Solar Eclipse on the River and float down the Guadalupe as you watch the moon cover the sun to create a ring of fire. Floaters will meander down the river for the duration of the eclipse. For a drier but still dynamic viewing experience, the meadows at Natural Bridge Caverns is an ideal spot to see the eclipse. Book some loungers and enjoy a brunch before visiting the caves below.

At the Solar Eclipse at the Alamo, buy commemorative solar eclipse glasses that feature the iconic roofline of the Alamo as you watch this spectacular event from the historic site.Other stellar parties in SA include the Brackenridge Park Conservancy Eclipse & Sips Viewing Party and the Rosarios Eclipse Viewing Party.

Festival goers can soak in the energy of the eclipse at Welcome Home Fest during a sound bath performed by Brother Brothers on Chapel Hill before jamming out with artists like Sir Woman and Adrianne Lenker later that night.

During Eclipse UTOPiA, camp out or snag a yurt for the weekend as musical acts take over the ranch. The Octopus Project will play during the stunning celestial event.

Grab a pair of stylish Halo Eclipse Glasses, American Astronomical Societyapproved spectacles, for safely viewing the phenomenon. Made from bamboo, these spectacles protect your eyes without compromising your style. HEB also saves the day yet again with affordable solar glasses for sale at its grocery stores. Ballin on a budget? The Austin Public Library is offering two free pairs per person.

Correct: The Hill Country will experience totality (the moment of total obscuration of the sun)during the solar eclipse in April! Mark your calendar for April 8, 2024.

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