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Get set for a Thrilling Adventure! Niagara Parks has a series of exciting events planned leading up to the eagerly anticipated solar eclipse on April 8, 2024, right over the splendid Niagara Falls. Check out our full list of Events in Niagara.
Event Locations for Eclipse Day
Niagara Parks Power Station + Tunnel
Astronomy Show | Friday, April 5 – Monday, April 8
An immersive experience awaits you at the Niagara Parks Power Station with “Astronomy Show,†featuring a portable planetarium and educators presenting an overview of the solar system and the eclipse. Interact with NASA and CSA scientists during Q&A sessions and talks. Do remember to register online to ensure your place.
Table Rock Centre
Mad Science for Kids | Saturday, April 6 – Monday, April 8
Table Rock Centre, an excellent location for viewing, provides free Mad Science activities for kids all weekend long. Savour the food, shop, and enjoy the Journey Behind the Falls. Kids of all ages will have a blast participating in interactive Mad Science workshops and activities.
Niagara Parks Butterfly Conservatory
STEM with SciXchange | Saturday, April 6 – Monday, April 8
Pairing with Toronto Metropolitan University, the Butterfly Conservatory provides STEM-based activities. On April 8, a university astronomer will engage visitors in discussions about the significance of the solar eclipse.
Old Fort Erie
Engaging With NASA and CSA Scientists | Friday, April 5 – Monday, April 8
During the eclipse at Old Fort Erie, enjoy talks and Q&A sessions with NASA and CSA experts. Do book your place online in advance.
Understanding a Solar Eclipse
A solar eclipse takes place when the moon perfectly aligns between the Sun and the Earth, casting a shadow that obscures the Sun. At 2:04 p.m. on April 8, 2024, Niagara Falls will witness a spectacular display as the Sun is covered by the moon, momentary turning day into night. Protect your eyes with certified solar viewing glasses, available at all Niagara Parks’ sites.
Free Total Solar Eclipse Concert | Monday, April 8 | Queen Victoria Park
Complete your celestial experience with a free concert at Queen Victoria Park, brought to you by Niagara Falls Tourism. Enjoy performances by The Glorious Sons, JJ Wilde, New Friends, The Boneheads, and the Niagara Symphony Orchestra, creating a magical ambiance before and after the eclipse.
Don’t miss out on the Solar Eclipse 2024 – an experience you’ll cherish forever!
Essential Information: Ensure your eye safety during the eclipse. Staring directly at the sun without certified solar viewing glasses can risk severe eye damage. Ordinary sunglasses aren’t adequate.
Get complete details and plan your visit on our Niagara Eclipse information page.