Here Are 6 Eclipse Parties In Kansas Perfect For Viewing The Big Event
Most of you have heard by now about the once-in-a-lifetime event happening later this month. However, the only place you’ll be able to see it is the Northeast corner. So, where do you go? To one of our eclipse parties, of course! Some of these eclipse parties involve staying overnight, but most just require you to show up. But remember, you’ll still need to protect your eyes! You can find more information about the solar event in our complete piece.
In addition to these eclipse parties, make sure your eyes are properly protected. The brands that are certified to keep your eyes safe are American Paper Optics, Baader Planetarium, Rainbow Symphony, Thousand Oaks Optical, and TSE 17. Stay safe, and have an amazing eclipse this month!
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At the Amelia Earhart Airport, there will be biplane rides all day, a VIP tent, and a raffle for a biplane flight during the eclipse. That would be amazing! In Atchison, the full eclipse will last 2 minutes and 19 seconds.
Robinson has 144 20x20-ft. spaces available for rent on the football field, but they recommend you should set up your tents two days prior, due to traffic. In addition to these prime seats, there's also commemorative handmade pottery, and public bathrooms are located three blocks away for convenience.
In Robinson, the eclipse lasts 2 minutes and 35 seconds.
This party is at the cross of Explanade and Cherokee Street, where there's all sorts of fun as well as food. Boyer's Artisan Meatballs and KC Smashers Lemonade will be there to cater to your hunger needs during the 11 am - 2 pm event.
In Leavenworth, the eclipse will last almost 1 1/2 minutes.
As for events, there's a viewing party at the Dinophan County Historic Courthouse in Troy set up with food, craft vendors, and music. In addition, there's also get-togethers at the fairgrounds and the concessions at Troy High School.
In Doniphan county, the eclipse lasts around 2 minutes and 38 seconds.
At the Fisher Community Center from 11:20 am to 2:30 pm there's a celebration for this event. In addition to kids games, there's live music, a beer garden, and plenty of food choices!
In Hiawatha, your eclipse will run 2 minutes and 34 seconds.
There's no huge event planned yet, but there are 50 primitive camping sites available for rent, if you're wanting to turn it into a great weekend getaway!
In Summerfield, you'll have about 2 minutes 40 seconds of eclipse time.
If you’re curious, watch the path of the eclipse here, and make your plans for where you’d like to stay during this once-in-a-lifetime event!
Born and raised Kansan, Clarisa has lived in both tiny towns and cities during her time here in the Sunflower State, mostly in the south central area. Clarisa is a stay-at-home mother of one crazy kid, two cats, and two geckos, and has been writing anything and everything since she's held a pencil, though Kansas and fantasy novels take up most of her time.
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