Calling all eclipse enthusiasts! Multiple events across South Central Texas will take place on Oct. 14 when the annular eclipse takes to the sky.
An annular eclipse is when the moon moves in front of the sun, creating a “ring of fire” effect. The eclipse will last a little over four minutes in San Antonio on Saturday, Oct. 14, and will occur just before noon.
Here are a few events that will be taking place across the area if you want to check it out, and don’t forget, you will need eclipse glasses!
**Watch Live at 11 a.m. on Oct. 14: Annular solar eclipse, livestream with KSAT meteorologists**
Roar & Soar: Eclipse Extravaganza at the San Antonio Zoo
- Multiple activities will be offered at the zoo on Saturday, Oct. 14, starting at 10 a.m.
- Attendees can learn about nocturnal animals, how the moon’s cycles impact animal behavior, and study the animals’ behavior as well.
- Special viewing glasses will be handed out to use when the eclipse takes place.
- Learn more about the event and purchase tickets by visiting the San Antonio Zoo’s website.
Scobee Education Center: La Fiesta del Sol - Celebration of the Sun
- Guest speakers, live entertainment, multiple activities and solar-filtered telescopes will be available at the Scobee Education Center.
- The event starts at 9:30 a.m. and lasts until 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct.14.
- Free solar filter glasses will also be available for families to use when the eclipse takes place, while supplies last.
- Learn more about the event and purchase tickets by visiting the Scobee Education Center’s website.
Pearl Eclipse Party
- View the eclipse at the Pearl Farmers Market and Pearl Park.
- There will be eclipse-themed food and drinks, and a special Lunar Storytime from Miss Anastasia at The Twig Bookstore.
- Solar eclipse glasses will be available for purchase at the Farmers Market tent while supplies last. Learn more here.
Uvalde County Stellar Fest
Multiple events will be taking place over the weekend (Oct. 13 - 15) in Uvalde County. Activities will be offered in multiple spots across the county, specifically Uvalde, Concan, and Garner State Park. Most of the events are open to the public, minus the Clay Walker concert and golf tournament in Concan.
Uvalde
- Activities, food trucks, a car show, live entertainment and more will be speckled throughout the town, mainly on Friday, Oct. 13 and Saturday, Oct. 14.
- Check out the itinerary for Uvalde’s lineup by visiting their website here.
Concan
- A cornhole tournament, multiple food options and live entertainment will be showcased on Friday, Oct. 13.
- A beer and wine festival will take place on Saturday, Oct. 14 along with live entertainment, including a Clay Walker concert on Saturday night.
- Sunday, Oct. 15 will feature a golf tournament at Frio Valley Ranch Golf Course.
- Check out the itinerary for Concan’s lineup by visiting their website here.
Garner State Park
- Multiple presentations and interactive activities will be available for all ages on Saturday morning to help attendees learn and practice how to view the eclipse safely.
- Visitors will then be able to view the eclipse across the park, either by themselves or in a guided group.
- Garner State Park will end the night with a Glow Party dance and guided stargazing tour.
- Sunday, Oct. 15 will feature a showcase and preview of the 2024 total solar eclipse happening on April 8.
- Check out the itinerary for Garner State Park’s lineup by visiting their website here.
Bandera Natural History Museum: DinoSolar Eclipse Event
- Experience the annular eclipse at the Bandera Natural History Museum on Saturday, Oct. 14.
- Crafts, t-shirts, and tours will be available during the event.
- Gates will open at 8 a.m. followed by the opening of the museum at 10 a.m.
- An astronomer will also be onsite to answer questions and help attendees practice safe viewing.
- Reservations are required, and the admission fee is $50 per vehicle with a maximum of six occupants.
- Tickets for the event can be purchased here.
Hyatt Regency San Antonio Riverwalk: Rooftop Solar Eclipse Viewing Event
- Hyatt Regency San Antonio Riverwalk’s rooftop pool deck will be open for their Solar Eclipse Viewing Event on Saturday, Oct. 14 between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.
- Food, eclipse-themed cocktails and mocktails, and complimentary eclipse glasses will be available for attendees.
- Tickets cost $45 per person and can be purchased here.
Annular Solar Eclipse at Mission San Jose
- Join the San Antonio Missions National Historical Park on Saturday, Oct. 14 to view the annular eclipse.
- The event will take place between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. at Mission San Jose, between the mission compound and visitor center.
- Multiple activities will be offered for attendees and astronomers will be available to chat about the event.
- The event is free to the public, and free solar glasses will be available while supplies last. More information on the event can be found here.
Natural Bridge Caverns: Eclipse at the Caverns
- The wide-open meadow at the Natural Bridge Caverns will host a VIP watch party on Saturday, Oct. 14.
- Three different packages are available for purchase, each offering different viewing experiences on the grounds.
- More information on what each individual tier has to offer and price details can be found here.
Experience the Eclipse at Eisenhower Park
- Eclipse glasses will be provided to those that wish to view the annular eclipse from Eisenhower Park on Saturday, Oct. 14.
- Attendees can also take turns safely viewing the sun and sunspots through a telescope with a solar filter.
- No registration is required and the event is free to the public. More information can be found by visiting this website.
The DoSeum: Moon at Noon
- View the annular eclipse at The DoSeum’s “Moon at Noon” event on Saturday, Oct. 14.
- Happening from 11 a.m. to noon, the first 500 guests will be given free admission and special viewing glasses.
- For more information about the event, visit their website here.
SeaWorld San Antonio’s Eclipse Party
- Starting at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 14, watch the annular eclipse during SeaWorld’s Eclipse Party.
- Included with a general park admission ticket, the first 5,000 guests will receive a free pair of complimentary viewing glasses.
- A live DJ will be playing music in a designated “eclipse party zone,” rides will continue to operate, and lights-on haunted house walk-throughs will also be available.
- Eclipse-themed drinks, food options, and merchandise will be available for purchase.
- For more information regarding the event, visit their website here.
Six Flags Fiesta Texas: Solar Eclipse at the Park
- Experience the annular solar eclipse at Six Flags Fiesta Texas.
- Several packages are available for purchase and include things like eclipse glasses, t-shirts, exclusive seating for the fireworks and drone show, and haunted house wristbands depending on which package you choose.
- For more information regarding the event, visit their website here.
Floresville Peanut Festival
- The 79th annual Floresville Peanut Festival will be taking place in downtown Floresville Oct. 12-14.
- On Saturday, Oct. 14, the annular solar eclipse will occur right as the main parade is ending.
- Watch the eclipse with event-specific glasses that will be given out with a $40 food ticket purchase, while supplies last.
- Learn more about this year’s festival by visiting their website here.
Omni La Mansion del Rio and Mokara Hotel & Spa Eclipse Packages
- Experience the annular solar eclipse at Omni La Mansion del Rio and Mokara Hotel & Spa.
- The property will be offering a ”Solar Eclipse Dynamic Package” for guests.
- Guests who book the package will have access to the Mokara Rooftop viewing party, as well as viewing glasses and specialty cocktails and food options.
Eclipse & Sips: Brackenridge Park Conservancy Picnic
- View the annular eclipse atop the historic Alpine Drive in Brackenridge Park on Saturday, Oct. 14.
- Happening from 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m., tickets to this picnic include a meal, beverages, eclipse glasses, a selection of vouchers to use at local eateries, and discounted tickets to the Witte.
- Pricing for a classic picnic for 2 adults is $75, an individual picnic is $40, and a kids picnic is $10.
- You can find more information about the event and purchase tickets online by visiting the event website here.
San Antonio Museum of Science and Technology: STEMclipse Watch Party
- STEM activities, crafts, astronomy displays and more will be available at the San Antonio Museum of Science and Technology’s STEMclipse watch party on Saturday, Oct. 14.
- From 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Boeing Center at Tech Port, attendees can view the solar eclipse and also talk to local space experts.
- Free solar eclipse glasses will be given out to the first 500 guests, based on a first-come, first-serve basis.
- For more information about the event, visit their website here.
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