For those who missed out on the solar eclipse in August 2017, we have another one coming on Monday, April 8, 2024. The Moon’s dark central shadow, about 115 miles wide, will cross Mexico, sweep northeast from Texas to Maine, and then darken parts of Eastern Canada. This time, we won’t see the full eclipse in Denver, but the sun will be 65% obscured.
Scientists say the show should start here around 11:30 a.m., with the Sun covered the most around 12:30 p.m. and things will wrap up around 1:30 p.m. While we only get a partial eclipse, still it should make for some spectacular viewing in and around the metro area.
This map shows how much of the eclipse we will see in parts of Colorado. Image: Michael Zeiler, GreatAmericanEclipse.com
According to the American Astronomical Society, during a total solar eclipse, the Moon blocks the Sun’s bright face — the photosphere — briefly revealing our star’s outer atmosphere: the shimmering corona, or “crown.”
When the Moon covers the Sun’s bright face, the corona is definitely the main attraction, but there’s so much more to the experience. At the beginning and end of totality, the thin middle layer of the Sun’s atmosphere, the chromosphere, glows in an arc of ruby red. The sky darkens to a deep blue, with yellow, orange, and pink sunrise/sunset colors on the horizon. Even the air temperature drops.
We plan to keep updating this post as watch parties and other events are announced. In the meantime, you may want to get your eclipse glasses sooner rather than later.
Watch Parties On Monday, April 8
Denver Astronomical Society
11 a.m. to 2 p.m. DAS is planning to hold a special FREE partial solar eclipse observing event at the University of Denver’s historic Chamberlin Observatory, weather permitting.
DAS members will have solar telescopes and other equipment on the park lawn for public observation.
Bring lawn chairs, sunscreen, and a hat.
If you have a solar telescope, bring it to the event and share the view with others. The partial eclipse begins at 11:28 a.m. MDT; maximum obscuration occurs at 12:40 p.m., and the partial eclipse ends at 1:54 p.m.
Arrive early to find a parking place. Eclipse glasses will be available for purchase (while supplies last), and the observatory building will be open for restroom access. 2930 E. Warren Ave., Denver.
Backyard Tap
11 a.m. The Loveland beer garden plans a party starting at 11 a.m. Drink specials and GFL Pizza Truck will be on site. They will have solar glasses for purchase for those who don’t have any. 323 N. Railroad Ave., Loveland.
Where To Buy Solar Eclipse Glasses
Those of us who recall the 2017 eclipse know that everyone waited until the last minute to buy eclipse glasses. There was a huge scramble and they became hotter than tickets to the Taylor Swift concert.
You also want to read this info about how to safely view a solar eclipse. If you don’t use special filters, you could damage your eyes.
A total solar eclipse is about as bright as the full Moon — and just as safe to look at. But the Sun at any other time is dangerously bright; view it only through special-purpose “eclipse glasses” or hand-held solar viewers that meet the ISO 12312-2 international standard for such products. Homemade filters or ordinary sunglasses, even very dark ones, are not safe for looking at the uneclipsed or partially eclipsed Sun. Credit: Charlie Bates, courtesy Mark Margolis / Rainbow Symphony
The only safe way to look directly at the uneclipsed, partially eclipsed, or annularly eclipsed Sun is through special-purpose solar filters, such as “eclipse glasses”. Ordinary sunglasses, even very dark ones, will not cut it.
The AAS has a list of suppliers that make safe eclipse glasses.
Local Places To Find Glasses
You can find glasses at all Tattered Cover locations. Each pair is only $3.99 and they’re available while supplies last.
Warby Parker retail locations are giving away FREE solar eclipse glasses through April 8, while supplies last. There are stores in the Cherry Creek Shopping Center, Dairy Block, Park Meadows Mall and Boulder’s Twenty Ninth Street.
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Tember Solar Eclipse Glasses: This 4-pack of solar eclipse glasses is American Astronomical Society approved, tested according to ISO 12312-2, validated by POCA laboratories, and is very reasonably priced. Check price here.
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The American Astronomical Society has a website devoted to all things related to the solar eclipse. You’ll find maps of the totality path, a list of events across the country, tips on taking photos of the event, resources and much more.
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