Countdown To The Total Solar Eclipse

1:40:43 PM CDT, April 8, 2024

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3 minutes and 51 seconds
One of the longest durations across North America

Additional Eclipse Resources Overview From NASA

2024 Solar Eclipse

There's a celestial event on the horizon that has captured the imagination of astronomers and adventurers alike—the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse. This rare phenomenon will cast its shadow across the United States, with the city of Dallas finding itself in the path of totality. Prepare to be mesmerized as the moon aligns with the sun, offering an awe-inspiring spectacle that promises to leave a lasting impression.

Join us in Dallas to witness this breathtaking event and immerse yourself in a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

What To Expect

The eclipse on Monday, April 8, 2024, will be a total solar eclipse and will be the last total solar eclipse visible from the contiguous United States until 2044.

A total solar eclipse happens when the moon passes between the sun and Earth, completely blocking the face of the sun. People viewing the eclipse from locations where the moon’s shadow completely covers the sun – known as the path of totality – will experience a total solar eclipse. The sky will become dark, as if it were dawn or dusk. Weather permitting, people along the path of totality will see the sun’s corona, or outer atmosphere, which is usually obscured by the bright face of the sun.

The Path of Totality

Dallas will be one of the prime locations to witness this celestial spectacle. Situated in the path of totality, the city will experience a period of complete darkness as the moon fully obscures the sun. This rare occurrence presents an unparalleled opportunity for both locals and visitors to become a part of history and witness the wonders of the universe right here in Dallas.

Time In Totality

The total time in totality in Dallas will be 3 minutes and 51 seconds, one of the longest durations across the country. The entire duration of the complete phase of the eclipse will last for just over 2.5 hours beginning at 12:23:18 PM CDT. The time of totality will begin at 1:40:43 PM CDT.

October 14

Partial Solar Eclipse

Before the main event in April, get a little preview of what is to come with a partial solar eclipse covering about 80% of the sun on October 14, 2023.

Featured Viewing Events

Perot Museum of Nature and Science

Join more than 20 astronomers and fellow enthusiasts at the Perot Museum, partnering with the Carnegie Institute of Science, for an awe-inspiring event from 10 AM to 4 PM.

Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden

Save the date for the Great American Eclipse! We are less than one year away from a total solar eclipse in North Texas and we can’t think of a better vantage point than the Arboretum garden during Dallas Blooms. Tickets for guests will open for purchase in December.

Save The Date

Downtown Dallas Inc.

Join us in Downtown Dallas for the total solar eclipse! DDI will host a lunchtime watching event complete with live music, food trucks, family friendly activities, shopping, an interactive art installation and complimentary eclipse glasses (limited quantity). Make it a staycation or vacation! There will be festivities all weekend long including a special interactive art installation, Video Art Nights with Aurora, a Spring Stroll, and much more.

Frontiers of Flight Museum

Join more than 2,000 eclipse aficionados and novices of all ages as we partner with the Weather Channel, Astronomy Magazine, and Celestron Telescopes to provide a family-friendly event to the public. Kid’s activities, food trucks, concession stands, and other exhibits will keep guests entertained for this once-in-a-lifetime event. Gates open 10am to 4pm.

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Discover Dallas's Stellar Legacy

Dallas is home to the Perot Museum of Nature and Science, which features a state-of-the-art planetarium and exhibits dedicated to astronomy and space exploration.
The Frontiers of Flight Museum in Dallas showcases the city's deep connection to aviation and space exploration, highlighting significant milestones in NASA's history, including a display of the Apollo 7 command module, the first manned mission of the Apollo program.
Notable astronauts with ties to Dallas include Alan Bean, the fourth person to walk on the moon and a native Texan. His space suit and lunar module replica can be viewed at the Frontiers of Flight Museum.
The University of Texas at Dallas is renowned for its cutting-edge research in space science and technology, providing a strong academic foundation for the city's involvement in the field.
Dallas offers a range of prime viewing locations for the eclipse, including parks, observatories, and open spaces, ensuring visitors have ample options to witness this rare celestial event. More official viewing locations coming soon!