Eclipse Viewing Events

The solar eclipse is happening Monday, April 8, and there are viewing parties all over Indiana! See below for a list of viewing parties you can attend.


Ball State University, Muncie, Ind. (More info)

  • In path of totality
  • Free eclipse glasses at planetarium
  • Viewing areas for students, faculty and staff: Quad, University Green, Brown Family Amphitheatre, LaFollette Field and South Recreation Field 2
  • Addition open areas on campus available to public


Butler University, Indianapolis, Ind. 12 to 4:30 p.m. (More info)

  • In path of totality
  • Interactive sessions with solar scientists
  • Demonstrations of safe viewing techniques
  • Professional grade telescopes


Elkhart Public Library, Elkhart, Ind. 

Cleveland Branch 1:30 to 4 p.m. and Dunlap Branch 2 to 4 p.m.

  • Partial eclipse
  • Snacks
  • Activities for kids
  • Livestream of eclipse coverage
  • Attendees may bring a chair or blanket


Goshen Public Library, Goshen, Ind. 2:30 to 4 p.m. (More info)

  • Partial eclipse
  • Free solar eclipse glasses, limited number
  • Music by Zephyr Woodwind Quintet
  • Shirley's popcorn
  • Face painting
  • Chalk-drawing


Howard Park, South Bend, Ind. (More info)

  • Partial eclipse
  • Jimmy Neutron movie at 3:30 p.m.
  • Hosted by South Bend Venues Parks & Arts


Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Presented by Purdue University, Indianapolis, Ind. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (More info)

  • In path of totality
  • Free solar eclipse glasses
  • STEM presentations
  • Astronaut panel
  • NASA interactive exhibits
  • Engineering balloon launch
  • NASA Live broadcast
  • Indy car demo laps
  • Astronaut and driver autograph session


Indiana University, Bloomington, Ind. 1 to 5 p.m. (More info)

  • In path of totality
  • Memorial Stadium
  • Performance by Janelle Monae
  • Performance by William Shatner
  • Speech by former NASA astronaut Mae Jemison
  • Ticketed event


IUSB, South Bend, Ind. 1:30 to 4 p.m. (More info)

  • Partial eclipse 
  • Lawn between Student Activity Center and Northside Hall
  • Lawn games
  • Snacks and free solar eclipse glasses


North Webster Community Public Library, North Webster, Ind. 2 to 4 p.m.

  • Partial eclipse
  • Free solar eclipse glasses
  • Live feed from totality zone
  • Photobooth
  • Eclipse-themed crafts and snacks


Old Hoosier Wheel Park, Plymouth, Ind. 2 p.m. (More info)

  • Partial eclipse
  • Free solar eclipse glasses
  • Eclipse 1-mile Fun Run
  • Eclipse cookie decorating
  • Creative art experience with Heartland Artist Gallery
  •  Selfie station
  • Hosted by Plymouth Public Library, The Plymouth Park Department, and Heartland Artist Gallery


Potato Creek, North Liberty, Ind. 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (More info)

  • Partial eclipse
  • Solar eclipse glasses for purchase
  • Solar eclipse bandanas
  • Solar bead bracelets
  • Snacks for purchase


Purdue University, West Lafayette, Ind. 1:45 p.m.

  • Partial eclipse
  • Free solar eclipse glasses
  • Stadium Mall


St. Joe County Public Library, South Bend, Ind. 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. (More info)

  • Partial eclipse
  • Free solar eclipse glasses (limited supply)
  • Yard games
  • Music
  • Crafts


Solar Eclipse Campout at the Indiana State Fairgrounds, Indianapolis, Ind. 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (More info)

  • In path of totality
  • Free solar eclipse glasses
  • Concessions
  • Reservations required for camping
  • General admission $10 for walk-ins


University of Notre Dame, South Bend, Ind. 1 to 4:30 p.m. (More info)

  • Partial eclipse (97% totality)
  • Irish Green and Regis Philbin Studio Theatre in DeBartolo Performing Arts Center
  • Solar telescopes
  • Live feed showing totality
  • Free solar eclipse glasses
  • Demonstrations by physics students
  • Free and open to public, pre-registration 


For more solar eclipse watch parties throughout the state, visit this interactive map.

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