TOTAL SOLAR ECLIPSE
Monday afternoon, April 8, 2024
This will be the last solar eclipse in this area until August 2044 (20 years!), so you won’t want to miss this one!
What is a total Solar Eclipse?
A solar eclipse happens at the exact moment the Moon aligns between the Sun and the Earth, blocking the Sun from Earth. During this period, which lasts only minutes, partial or total darkness will occur, depending on where on Earth you are located.
Viewers located in Lawrence County will experience a total eclipse, which means complete darkness will occur when the Moon aligns between the Sun and Earth.
Book your accommodations now. Hotel room and vacation rentals are filling up fast.
Total Eclipse Weekend Events and Camping
at Lawrence County Fairgrounds
April 5th, 2024
Friday 5PM – 10PM
- Craft show
- Carnival rides
- Live music with cash bar
- Food vendors
Gate Admission $5 per car.
Carnival rides, food and drinks extra.
April 6th, 2024
Saturday 12PM – 10PM
- Craft Show
- Carnival rides
- Live music with cash bar
- Food vendors
- 5K Run/Walk benefiting Agape Kids House
Gate Admission $5 per car.
Carnival rides, food and drinks extra.
April 7th, 2024
Sunday 12PM – 6PM
- Craft Show
- Carnival rides
- Live music with cash bar
- Food vendors
Gate Admission $5 per car.
Carnival rides, food and drinks extra.
Monday 8AM – 5PM
Total Eclipse Day
- Craft Show
- Food vendors
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Special Total Eclipse Viewing Parking. Gates open at 7am.
$20 per car.
Camping – three-night minimum (Apr. 5 – 7) $199.
Restrooms available. Campsite reservations available soon.
Safety Tips
It is critically important to protect your eyes from the sun when viewing the eclipse. During the event, the sun’s rays are so concentrated, they can reach the back of your eye and cause damage to the retina. For protection, use special eclipse viewing glasses, a certified viewing card or alternative methods. Avoid binoculars, telescopes, any type of glasses and regular sunglasses.
Events and accommodations subject to change.