On Monday, April 8, 2024, portions of the US will be treated to a total solar eclipse. The path of totality spans from Texas to Maine and is 115 miles wide.
Luckily for us, Ohio is in the path of totality and anyone within a 124-mile-wide band will experience a total solar eclipse. Areas in Ohio that are outside the path of totality will experience a partial eclipse.
Fun Fact: The last total solar eclipse visible in Ohio was in 1806. After 2024, the next total solar eclipse in Ohio will be in the year 2099
Important Safety Note!
You should never look directly at the sun without having approved glasses as doing so can cause severe and permanent eye damage.
Some of the events listed below will have a select number of safe viewing glasses available. However, make sure you are prepared. Either stop by your local library to get a free pair (limited quantities available) or grab yourself some from Amazon.
What is a solar eclipse?
A solar eclipse is a space phenomenon where the Sun, Moon, and Earth align in a straight line. The moon’s shadow blocks the sun’s lights from reaching Earth, creating an extremely cool experience.
There are three different types of solar eclipse: a total eclipse, a partial eclipse, and an annual solar eclipse. A total solar eclipse is when the Moon covers the entire Sun, except for its corona (the outermost part of the Sun’s atmosphere).
The total solar eclipse happens very rarely and only can be seen in certain areas on Earth. In April 2024, Ohio will be in the path of the solar eclipse. It will be 75 years until this happens again, potentially making it a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
A partial solar eclipse is when the Moon only covers part of the Sun. It is much more common than the total solar eclipse and the eclipse path covers a broader region so more people can experience a partial eclipse.
Lastly, the annular eclipse is the most unusual of the three. This is when the Moon is too far from Earth to cover the whole Sun, so it only covers the middle. This creates a ring appearance around the Moon.
Why is a total solar eclipse better than a partial eclipse?
A total solar eclipse is superior for one main reason, the moon will cover the entire sun. Both eclipses are equally as rare and fun to experience.
In addition, every total solar eclipse will be a partial eclipse at some point before and after the point of totality. Therefore, every total solar eclipse is also a partial eclipse. For this reason, the total eclipse is superior to partial eclipses.
Where can I get certified safe eclipse glasses?
Eye protection is a must for the solar eclipse. It is crucial not to look directly at the sun because it can cause blindness. This can happen during a solar eclipse even when the moon is covering most of the sun.
Many local businesses will sell eclipse glasses, local libraries may have them for free and you can also purchase a pair on Amazon.
Important Safety Note!
You should never look directly at the sun without having approved glasses as doing so can cause severe and permanent eye damage.
Some of the events listed below will have a select number of safe viewing glasses available. However, make sure you are prepared. Either stop by your local library to get a free pair (limited quantities available) or grab yourself some from Amazon.
Where can I experience a total solar eclipse in Ohio on April 8, 2024?
The 2024 total solar eclipse will be visible in Ohio it is estimated Ohio will experience about a 4-and-a-half minute duration of total eclipse.
Below are several places that are hosting solar eclipse events.
Total Eclipse of Sundusky Festival {Find Out More}
Where: Jackson Street Pier, 233 W. Shoreline Dr., Sandusky, OH 44870
When: Friday, April 5 – Monday, April 8, 2024
SolarFest: Eclipse Family Fun Days {Find Out More}
Where: Cleveland Museum of Natural History, 1 Wade Oval Dr., Cleveland, OH 44106
When: Saturday, April 6, 2024 & Sunday, April 7, 2024
Total Eclipse Fest 2024 {Find Out More}
Where: Great Lakes Science Center, 601 Erieside Ave., Cleveland, OH 44114
When: Saturday, April 6 – Monday, April 8, 2024
Solar Eclipse Fest {Find Out More}
Where: Sluggers & Putters Amusement Park, 333 Lafayette Dr. NW, Canal Fulton, OH 44614
When: Sunday, April 7, 2024 & Monday, April 8, 2024
Total on the Oval Watch Party {Find Out More}
Where: Cleveland Museum of Natural History, 1 Wade Oval Dr., Cleveland, OH 44106
When: Monday, April 8, 2024
Lights Out in the Land {Find Out More}
Where: Crushers Stadium, 2009 Baseball Blvd., Avon, OH 44011
When: Monday, April 8, 2024
The Park Goes Dark-Solar Eclipse Watch Party {Find Out More}
Where: Waterworks Park, 205 E. Perry St. (SR 163), Port Clinton, OH 43452
When: Monday, April 8, 2024
Solarfest at the Lorain County Fairgrounds {Find Out More}
Where: 23000 Fairgrounds Rd., Wellington, OH 44090
When: Monday, April 8, 2024
Total Eclipse of the Park {Find Out More}
Where: Crocker Park, 177 Market St., Westlake OH 44145
When: Monday, April 8, 2024
The Great Geauga Total Solar Eclipse {Find Out More}
Where: Geauga County Fairgrounds, 14373 N. Cheshire St., Burton, OH 44021
When: Monday, April 8, 2024
Kent Total Eclipse 2024 {Find Out More}
Where: Kent State University, Kent, OH 44243 (Click here for directions)
When: Monday, April 8, 2024
– Laser Light Show: Sunday, April 7, 2024 @ Hometown Bank Plaza, 142 N. Water St., Kent, OH 44240
Total Eclipse of the Arboretum {Find Out More}
Where: Holden Arboretum, 9550 Sperry Rd., Kirtland, OH 44094
When: Monday, April 8, 2024
Total Eclipse of the Sun at MAPS Air Museum {Find Out More}
Where: 2260 International Pkwy., North Canton, OH 44720
When: Monday, April 8, 2024
Total Solar Eclipse {Find Out More}
Where: Farmpark, 8800 Euclid Chardon Rd. (Rt. 6), Kirtland, OH 44094
When: Monday, April 8, 2024
Watch the Solar Eclipse at Majestic Meadows {Find Out More}
Where: Majestic Meadows Alpacas & Boutique, 4195 Abbeyville Rd., Medina, OH 44256
When: Monday, April 8, 2024
Solar Eclipse on the Farm {Find Out More}
Where: Pure Passions Farm, 7679 Seasons Rd., Kent, OH 44240
When: Monday, April 8, 2024
Cleveland Metroparks {Find Out More}
Where: Multiple Locations
When: Eclipse: Monday, April 8, 2024 (@ your location); Events: March 30, 2024 (Click here for eclipse-related events; use Keyword ECLIPSE in search)
BGSU Firelands Family-Friendly Solar Eclipse Watch Party {Find Out More}
Where: Bowling Green State University Firelands (Huron campus), 1 University Dr., Huron, OH 44839
When: Monday, April 8, 2024
Total Solar Eclipse at Lorain Metroparks {Find Out More}
Where:
– Lakeview Park, 1800 W. Erie Ave., Lorain, OH 44052
– Carlisle Equestrian Center, 13630 Diagonal Rd., LaGrange, OH 44050
When: Monday, April 8, 2024
Solar Eclipse Party in the Park {Find Out More}
Where: Metzger Park, 1420 S. Nickelplate St., Louisville, OH 44641
When: Monday, April 8, 2024
Solar Eclipse Viewing Party at the Library {Find Out More}
Where: Strongsville Library, 18700 Westwood Dr., Strongsville, OH 44136
When: Monday, April 8, 2024
Summit Mall Eclipse Viewing {Find Out More}
Where: Summit Mall, 3265 W. Market St., Fairlawn, OH 44333
When: Monday, April 8, 2024
Neighborhood Eclipse Party {Find Out More}
Where: Impett Park, 3207 W. 153rd St., Cleveland, OH 44111
When: Monday, April 8, 2024
Solar Eclipse Watch Party {Find Out More}
Where: Skyway Twin Drive-In Theater, 1825 N. Leavitt Rd., Warren, OH 44485
When: Monday, April 8, 2024
Hillcrest Orchard’s Eclipse Extravaganza {Find Out More}
Where: Hillcrest Orchard, 50336 Telegraph Rd., Amherst, OH 44001
When: Monday, April 8, 2024
Total Solar Eclipse Watch Party (all ages) {Find Out More}
Where: Wickliffe Community Senior Center, 900 Worden Rd., Wickliffe, OH 44092
When: Monday, April 8, 2024
Cuyahoga Falls EclipseFest! {Find Out More}
Where: Cuyahoga Falls Pavilion & Amphitheater, 2085 Front St., Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221
When: Monday, April 8, 2024
Beachwood Blackout – Solar Eclipse Party {Find Out More}
Where: Beachwood City Hall, 25325 Fairmount Blvd., Beachwood, OH 44122
When: Monday, April 8, 2024
Eclipse in the Village {Find Out More}
Where: Legacy Village, 25001 Cedar Rd., Lyndhurst, OH 44124
When: Monday, April 8, 2024
Important Safety Note!
You should never look directly at the sun without having approved glasses as doing so can cause severe and permanent eye damage.
Some of the events listed below will have a select number of safe viewing glasses available. However, make sure you are prepared. Either stop by your local library to get a free pair (limited quantities available) or grab yourself some from Amazon.
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