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Viewing the Solar Eclipse in Grapevine, TX
Grapevine, Texas is the place to be for the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse.
Grapevine’s prime location within the path of totality will give visitors an unmatched view of this rare celestial event.
As the moon aligns with the sun, darkness will cover the city. Gather to view the historic event in Grapevine’s parks, the Historic Main Street District or Historic Nash Farm.
To add to the ambience, themed music will be playing throughout the Historic Main Street District allowing guests to get in the mood for this historic moment.
There will also be photo ops to have pictures taken with costumed galactic characters.
Many local businesses and eateries are also joining in the fun.
Several are offering galactic-themed food and drink. Some of those specials include:
Harvest Hall | Specialty Cocktail – Blackout Sour
Weinberger’s Deli | The Blackout Sandwich
Bacchus | Eclipse Burger, Nocturne Dessert & Specialty Cocktails: Man on the Moon, Inferno Sunset
Hotel Vin | Blackout Dinner, Black Glass Wine Tasting, Power Lunch/Viewing Party on the Wine Yard
Son of a Butcher | Solar Eclipse Shake, Galactic Slider
Grapevine is also offering a unique VIP Watch Party Experience for this once-in-a-generation event.
VIP access to Peace Plaza gives guests a front-row seat to live, themed music that amplifies the magic of the moment. Enjoy food and drinks with a $60 card to use at Harvest Hall. VIP tickets also include a swag bag valued at $275 filled with exclusive eclipse souvenirs. Tickets available at grapevinetexasusa.com/eclipse.
Grapevine Vintage Railroad will offer two, one-hour excursions on the day of the eclipse. One begins at 9:50 a.m. and the other departs at 2:50 p.m.
For those looking to kick off the festivities early, head to Historic Nash Farm.
On Friday, April 5, an Eclipse Party will be held where guests can learn about safe ways to view eclipses. Visitors will experience a hands-on, craft-making session to learn how to make a pinhole camera while enjoying party games and eclipse stories.
While in Grapevine, get the best views in town from the Grapevine Main Observation Tower. View Historic Downtown Grapevine and Lake Grapevine from 150 feet while watching planes land at DFW International Airport.
To plan a visit: GrapevineTexasUSA.com
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