Eclipse Day Downtown! - Children's Education Fair
Join the Erie Downtown Partnership, expERIEnce Children’s Museum, and others for an educational fair for the Total Solar Eclipse in Perry Square! The event feature children’s STEAM learning activities, the Erie County Library Bookmobile, a visit from several representatives from NASA, astrophysicists, and more. Penn State Behrend and Gannon University will be in East Perry Square with a special sunscreen window for small children to be able to safely view the eclipse without having to keep glasses on. More eclipse-themed children's events and Eclipse Day Downtown! info visithere.
Representatives from NASA will be on site to answer any questions and provide information on Erie’s Total Solar Eclipse.
Erie Downtown Partnership is encouraging attendees to keep traffic issues in mind and either walk or carpool to the event if possible.
Tickets Required?: No – Free to public.
Event Capacity: 500
Event Parking: Metered street parking.
Total Eclipse At The Park
Enjoy the Eclipse from Liberty Park-Highmark Amphitheater! Port of Erie is hosting a watch party with entertainment by DJ Bill from LECOM Radio and food from Lombardo Concessions. Liberty Park is a great waterfront location to view Presque Isle Bay!
Tickets Required?: No - admission to the park is free.
Capacity: 4,000
Parking: Various public surface lots are available and it is within walking distance from Bayfront hotels.
SeaWolves ‘Block’ Party
Enjoy howlin’ good fun with the Erie SeaWolves, the Double-A affiliate of the Detroit Tigers, as they host a ‘Block’ Party on Monday, April 8 from 1-4 PM to celebrate the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse. This memorable event will include live entertainment, headlined by Erie Native, Katie Linendoll. As well a live NASA feed on the giant UPMC Park video board, kids activities, autograph stations featuring SeaWolves players, photo opportunities with the 2023 Eastern League Championship trophy and mascot C. Wolf, the chance to win prizes and game tickets, and outstanding views from the Bud Light Party Deck. This event will be the first public event for fans to meet this year’s team. Limited edition eclipse-inspired SeaWolves merchandise will be available for purchase at the event. Themed concessions will also be available for purchase inside UPMC Park. Gates will open at 12:30.More detailshere.
Tickets Required?: No
Event Capacity: 4,000
Event Parking: Metered street parking & Erie Parking Authority garages
Eclipse Within Our Gates - the Eclipse at Mercyhurst University
Experience the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse within the gates of Mercyhurst University, as they open their gates to the community with lectures and activities, plus a special viewing of the eclipse from campus. Activities will include educational talks, glasses and glow-ware giveaways, and a special viewing event at Saxon Stadium with music.
Mercyhurst University has been designated by NASA as a "Sunspot Viewing Site" and will host events both day-of, and leading up to Erie's Total Solar Eclipse. Learn more here.
Representatives from NASA will be on site to answer any questions and provide information on Erie’s Total Solar Eclipse.
Tickets Required?: No
Event Capacity: 1,000
Event Parking: Various surface lots available to public, once full, on street parking in neighborhood.
Sloppy Duck Saloon Eclipse Party
Watch the Total Solar Eclipse along Erie's Bayfront at Sloppy Duck Saloon! Sloppy Duck is offering Upper and Lower deck table packages, as well as Tiki Bar Hunt packages. Call(814) 452-6699 to make your reservations. Please leave a message, they will call you back ASAP! More details and info here.
Tickets Required?: No, but reservations are encouraged.
Event Capacity: 450
Event Parking: Surface lot on site
Zooclipse: Solar Safari
Enjoy a family friendly day at the Erie Zoo. The event will include different activities, entertainment, local food and beverage vendors, solar eclipse/solar system themed enrichment for animals, and some keepers will talk about the relationship between animals and the moon. This event is included for free with the price of admission or with an Erie Zoo membership. The event will go on rain or shine. More information here.
Tickets Required?: Yes
Event Capacity: N/A
Event Parking: Surface lot on site with 400 total spaces (Zoo and Flo Fabrizio Ice Center), 15 handicapped ( 9 at the Zoo, 6 at the Ice Center)
Park Side of the Moon - Total Solar Eclipse Viewing Party
Watch the natural phenomenon from the beautiful Frontier Park grounds, with music, poetry reading, food and beer vendors. There will be children's eclipse activities and free eclipse-viewing glasses for the first 1,000 guests. More details here.
Tickets Required?: No - admission is free
Event Capacity: 1,000
Event Parking: Metered street parking
Eclipse Watch Party - Erie Land Lighthouse
Watch Erie's Total Solar Eclipse from the historic grounds of the Erie Land Lighthouse. There will be crafts, activities, and more! Parking is extremely limited. Information can be found here.
Event Capacity: 150
Event Parking:5 on site. 2 of those 5 spots can be reserved as handicapped accessible. Street Parking is extremely limited. It is advised guests walk or take the bus.
Tickets Required?: No
Total Eclipse of the Art - Jay & Mona Kang Art Show and Sale
One of the region’s largest and most diverse art exhibits, the Barber National Institute Art Show features the creative works of youth and adult artists across a variety of media. The show is April 5-7 & 9 and willilluminate the talent of regional artists during the once-in-a-lifetime event where Erie is in the path of a total solar eclipse. Please note dates: the show, and the location, are not open on Monday, April 8.Artwork is selected by a panel of judges for cash prizes for the artists, and a People’s Choice Award is determined by visitors to the show.Make Total Eclipse of the Art a part of your eclipse plans! Official eclipse viewing glasses will be available at the show! Artists have been encouraged to have fun with the theme: Total Eclipse of the Art.More details here.
Eclipse Viewing Party with FEED
Join FEED for trivia, music, a science talk, art projects AND the eclipse at Griswold Park. Eclipse glasses–and some other surprises–will be provided!Find more detailshere.
2 p.m. -Trivia, science talk, music in Griswold Park
3:16 p.m. -Total Solar Eclipse Begins. Viewing will take place a few blocks from FEED in Griswold Park.
4 p.m. - Live performances at FEED
Tickets Required?: No
Event Capacity: 300
Event Parking: Metered Street Parking
Eclipsing Stars
This immersive multimedia exhibit by artist Alex "Ionesav" Staley and astrophysicist and folklorist Dr. Moiya McTier will open in February 2024, with the aim to inspire community members to think differently about science in the lead-up to the total solar eclipse. The exhibit will consist of floor-to-ceiling 3D-animated projections and multichannel audio, including a real-time interactive component that allows users to engage directly with the material.
The piece will be available for public viewing at FEED Media Center in February 2024, and will remain in place through Memorial Day. FEED is located at 1307 State Street, Erie.
ECLIPSE at the Food Hall
Head to the Flagship City Food Hall for a once-in-a-lifetime event: Erie's Total Solar Eclipse!
Ippa Pizza will be transformed into a total eclipse party zone.
Special food and drinks at participating kitchens.
Eclipse viewing and glasses will be available at Perry Square.
*Follow the Flagship City District on Facebook to stay updated on future announcements and messages, including specific offerings and tips/tricks regarding Downtown Erie traffic expectations and crowd levels.
Tickets Required?: No - Free to public
Event Capacity: TBD
Event Parking: Metered Street Parking
Brewerie at Union Station Eclipse Watch Party
Join Brewerie at Union Station on April 8th to celebrate the eclipse with live acoustic music by Tomkat Black from 12-2:30pm, a special release of Black Out Berry Ale, free eclipse glasses for the first 250 customers, lunch features, and sweet eclipse merch!
Table reservations welcome but not required.
Tickets Required?: No
Event Capacity: 250
Event Parking:Metered street parking, 2 handicapped spots
Black Hole Sun at Erie Ale Works
Join Erie Ale Works to celebrate and witness this once-in-a-lifetime event right in their parking lot. Beers will be flowing, along with co*cktails and mocktails, and an appearance by Erie's own Taqueria Montes Mexican-style food truck.More details here.
Tickets Required?: No
Event Capacity: 50-60
Event Parking: Limited parking in surface lot behind Erie Ale Works
Elle Taylor Album Release Party at 1020 Collective
Pre-game the eclipse on Saturday, April 6 by experiencing the Elle Taylor Album Release Party featuring opening acts: Doc Proto, Nancy Boys, Frogs I Like, followed by Elle Taylor Band performing the new album "See The Sun" (Band: Dave Tamulonis, Peter Hohman, Nick Warren, and Eric Sandberg). Doors open at 7 p.m. CDs, vinyl and clothing will be available. Event is BYOB.Purchase Tickets Here.
Tickets Required?: Yes
Event Capacity: 200
Event Parking: Metered Street Parking
Solar Eclipse Party at Voodoo Brewery
Voodoo will have a special co*cktail and menu for the day of the eclipse. Join Voodoo out on their patio to watch this incredible event. Seating is limited and first come first serve so come early. The first 100 customers will also receive a pair of solar eclipse glasses. More details here.
Tickets Required?: No - Free to public
Event Capacity: 350
Event Parking: Street and ramp parking. No nearby handicap spots.
Eclipse Viewing Party at Erie Brewing Company
Erie Brewing Company is hosting an eclipse viewing party at their Knowledge Park and West Lake Road location!
Erie Brewing Company and Big Rail Brewing will have a collaborative eclipse-themed beer on tap named "Sunglasses Required" The first 100 guests at both locations will receive a free pair of eclipse glasses.
The Knowledge Park location will have the lake overlook upstairs bar open.
The West Lake Road location will have outdoor grilling near the Beachwood Grill.
Tickets Required?: No
Event Capacity: TBD
Event Parking: Surface parking lots including lot behind West Lake Rd location.
Eclipse Watch Party at Shoreline Bar
The Shoreline Bar at the Courtyard Marriott Bayfront is hosting an eclipse watch party with mobile outdoor and indoor bars opening at 8:00am! Eclipse themed co*cktails and eclipse glasses will be available to purchase.
Tickets Required?: No
Event Capacity: 200 with additional space outside.
Event Parking: Parking is exclusive to hotel guests and employees with the Bayfront Connector being closed on April 8th.
Eclipse Watch Party at Julius Restaurant at the Mannerchor
Julius Restaurant at the Mannerchor is hosting an eclipse watch party with food and music! Julius will be serving Mexico City Street Food: Antojitos Mexicanos (Tacoyos, Sopes, Memelas, Huaraches, Gorditas, Quesadillas, Toastadas); Tacos de Guisados (Picadillo, Chicharron, Papas con Chorizo, Rajas con Papas, Huevos con Chorizo, Huevos con Salchicha, Salpicon); and Torta (Cochinta Pibil, Chilaquiles, Milanesa, Jamon y Queso, Huevos con Chorizo).
The event will be held 2 p.m. - 5 p.m., with dinner service beginning inside 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Tickets Required?: No, but $10 minimum food and beverage purchase is required for free parking.
Event Capacity: 100
Event Parking: Surface lot on site with two handicapped accessible spaces
Solar Sips Eclipse Party at Oliver's Beer Garden
Watch the eclipse from Oliver’s Beer Garden for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity! View the Solar Eclipse from the best spot in Erie. Monday, April 8 -Beer Garden will open at 11 a.m.! Come out and enjoy brews on the bay while watching the Eclipse! The event will include
-DJ Josh spinning tunes all day long
- Eclipse glasses available while supplies last
- Bayfront Mini Golf!
- Enjoy a limited food menu from Oliver’s Food Truck
Tickets Required?: $20 Entry Fee at the Door
Event Capacity: NA
Event Parking: Limited surface parking lot on site
Solar Eclipse Cruise on the Victorian Princess - SOLD OUT
