Old Forge’s Total Solar Eclipse 2024 Celebration
Enjoy a full weekend of fun events.
Experiencing a total solar eclipse can be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for many people. It occurs when the Moon comes in between the Sun and Earth, blocking out the Sun's rays entirely for a few minutes. This phase, also called "totality," makes the sky significantly darker, similar to early dawn or late dusk.
During the Great North American Eclipse of 2024, Old Forge residents and visitors will have a front-row seat to this spectacular event.
Total Solar Eclipse Events in Old Forge.
Old Forge town officials and local businesses have collaborated to organize a weekend packed with fascinating and entertaining events celebrating the total solar Eclipse.
Saturday, April 6
11 am to 3 pm — STARLAB Portable Planetarium at Old Forge Arts Center. With a scientist as your guide, explore the wonders of space and the causes of solar and lunar eclipses. Appropriate for all ages. 40-minute shows start on the hour, 11 am to 3 pm. Visit the website for more information.
1:30 pm — “Space Talk” at The Strand Theatre with Professor Hava Turkakin, Utica University Physics Department
7 pm — Solar Eclipse Sound Bath at Park Avenue Gymnasium. Preregistration Required. Visit Sound Healing’s website for more information.
Sunday, April 7
4 pm — “Space Talk” at The Strand Theatre featuring Professor Brandon Fleming, Utica University Physics Department
Walk Around the Town throughout the weekend. Visit Old Forge’s local businesses and restaurants
7 pm — “Nate Gross Band” Performing at Back Door on State Route 28
Monday, April 8 — Eclipse Celebration — George T. Hiltebrant Recreation Center
Events begin at 10 am
Live Music by Joe Bolton and The Vendors
Bippy the Big Shoe Clown will be face painting.
Eclipse themed arts & crafts
NYS Beer & Wine
Mangia Macrina’s mouthwatering pizza food truck
Dough A Deer’s delicious homemade creations
Utica University Physics Department is on hand to share information throughout the day.
Telescopes equipped with Solar Filters
Free Commemorative Glasses for safe viewing while supplies last
How long will the Eclipse last in Old Forge?
The entire Eclipse lasts approximately 2 hours and 25 minutes in Old Forge.
Phase one in the Path of Totality — first contact (aka partial Eclipse) begins at 2:11 pm — As the Moon starts to move in front of the sun, a small curved section of the sun starts to disappear, marking the beginning of the partial Eclipse. As the Moon gradually makes its way across the sun's face, the world gradually darkens.
The Total Eclipse begins at 3:24 p.m. “Totality” occurs when the Moon fully covers the sun, plunging the area into an eerie and captivating darkness. This is the onset of the total Eclipse, a rare and unforgettable experience that few witness in their lifetime. In Old Forge, totality lasts for 2 minutes and 47 seconds of darkness. For a full simulation, check out this webpage.
The Total Eclipse ends at approximately 3:27 p.m. After the thrilling minutes of totality, the Moon moves away from the sun. The return of sunlight begins, marking the end of the total Eclipse. The Moon continues its journey across the sun until it entirely moves away.
Eclipse 2024 in Old Forge concludes at 4:37 pm.
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