Photos by Samantha Jane Beatty
Styling by Todd Ramos
Model Jerry Raines for Neal Hamil Agency
Grooming by Briana Dai
Photography assistance by John Lewis
Styling assistance by Tyler Treadwell
Shot on location at The Barn at Four Pines Ranch in Crosby
(Photo courtesy of Four Seasons Hotel Austin)
Join the celebration at the Kinder Park Land Bridge (West Mound) April 8 from 1pm-3pm. The viewing party will include practical information on how to safely view an eclipse and how to build your own pinhole camera. Lawn chairs and sun protection are highly encouraged. RSVP here.
HMNS
HMNS is inviting Houstonians to view the total eclipse at the museum’s sundial at 12:20pm. Viewing glasses will be on offer for purchase. HMNS will be live streaming the eclipse from Bandera, a town northwest of San Antonio.
Visit Cornelius Nursery’s five stores across Houston and Galveston for a watch party. The family-friendly gathering will provide free viewing glasses for attendees, who will also receive a bag of stargazing gifts. Kids can enjoy crafts at the children’s stations.
On April 8 at 12:30pm, the Upper Kirby Park and gathering spot will host a Solar Eclipse viewing party featuring music from DJ Del Sur. Included is a lunar-themed craft for kids of all ages, and free viewfinders so guests can safely enjoy.
Four Seasons Houston's rooftop pool
Join the Four Seasons Hotel on the pool deck for fresh air, a delicious lunch, and a total solar eclipse at noon on April 8. The hotel will provide protective eyewear so that you can safely view this natural phenomenon that won't occur again until 2044.
If you're looking for a fun — and appropriate — spot to watch in Space City, head down to Space Center Houston for the Total Solar Eclipse Celebration. All guests will receive a complimentary pair of eclipse glasses!
Four Seasons Hotel Austin
Austin’s finest hotel invites guests and locals to experience, beyond a shadow of a doubt (and under the shadow of the moon), one of the rarest events — the 2024 Great American Total Solar Eclipse — with a “Celestial Celebration” picnic on April 8. The event for the Total Solar Eclipse will be full of activities including a BBQ lunch, live music and activities for the whole family. On hand will be an expert astrophysicist and solar telescopes for safe sun viewing.
Thompson Hotel San Antonio rooftop
On April 8, San Antonio will be one of the few cities to witness its path of totality. San Antonio, being the largest city in the path, is a prime place for visitors to witness the natural phenomenon. The hotel’s signature restaurant, The Moon's Daughters, inspired by the Greek goddess of the moon, and will be hosting a Solar Brunch from 11am-1:30pm. To celebrate the extraordinary event, the brunch will include themed cocktails, entertainment, as well as custom solar eclipse glasses for all guests to enjoy.
This iconic Fredericksburg-area winery will be celebrating the eclipse from 10am-6pm with wine tastings, food offerings, and more. Bring chairs and blankets for the west lawn, and with limited parking, car-pooling is strongly encouraged. Tickets include eclipse glasses, two drink passes, and a commemorative wine glass.
William Chris Vineyards new tasting room
Astronomer-led lessons, live country tunes, a custom picnic blanket, plus breakfast, lunch and two bottles of wine? Say no more. William Chris Vineyards in Hye hosts this unforgettable celebration on April 8.