Are You Ready to See a Total Solar Eclipse? 

Hot Springs is one of only two National Parks located in the path of totality. 

Witness a magical phenomenon on April 8, 2024, as a total solar eclipse shades Hot Springs National Park. Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime chance to experience darkness amidst the day for a stunning 3 minutes and 37 seconds! 

Hot Springs, one of only two National Parks located in the path of totality, offers the perfect blend of natural beauty and exciting events for an eclipse vacation.  

Explore miles of world-class hiking and biking trails, indulge in diverse restaurants, and discover captivating attractions for the whole family before and after the main event. An extensive range of festivities are planned across Hot Springs and the surrounding region, satisfying a wide range of interests. Whether you’re looking for natural wonder in the Natural State or planning to celebrate in style atop a swanky hotel, Hot Springs has you covered. 

Make your trip even more memorable with various eclipse-themed festivities: 

  • Total Solar Eclipse Weekend: Immerse yourself in educational exhibits at the Mid-America Science Museum (April 5-8). 
  • Ecliptic Festival: Local entity Low Key Arts has partnered with Atlas Obscura to present a live music festival at Cedar Glades Park (April 5-8). 
  • Oaklawn Total Eclipse 2024: Combine racing thrills with astronomical wonder at Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort (April 8). 
  • Garvan Woodland Gardens: Enjoy nature’s beauty with eclipse viewing and special activities (April 8). 
  • Blacked Out at the Waters: Dine and delight at the view atop the Waters Hotel in Downtown Hot Springs (April 5-9). 
  • Ron Coleman Mining Eclipse Festival: Dig in the dark! Camp and enjoy vendors, live music, and of course, some crystal digging (April 6-9). 

More events are added every day. Stay tuned for exciting new updates.  

Don’t miss this extraordinary event! Plan your visit and find detailed event information at www.hotsprings.org/events/eclipse/

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Don’t miss this extraordinary event! 

ECLIPSE TIMES FOR HOT SPRINGS 

Start of Partial Eclipse 12:31:57 PM CDT 
Start of Total Eclipse 1:49:29 PM CDT 
Maximum Eclipse 1:51:17 PM CDT 
End of Total Eclipse 1:53:05 PM CDT 
End of Partial Eclipse 3:10:13 PM CDT 

EDITOR’S NOTE: Send your Eclipse Event information to us at zine@thespringsmagazine.com by March 15.

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