 Purchase Your Tickets for the Can't Miss Event of a Lifetime
 With four minutes and 13 seconds of totality, Waco is one of the best places to view the 2024 solar eclipse. Join us at Eclipse Over Texas 2024: Live from Waco to celebrate this once-in-a-lifetime phenomenon with a full day of activities at McLane Stadium's Touchdown Alley. City of Waco has teamed up with Lowell Observatory, Baylor University, Discovery, and community partners for this cosmic experience.
Admission to the event includes one pair of ISO-certified solar glasses and access to all public areas of the event, which includes:
- Guided eclipse viewing by expert astronomers
- Access to telescopes
- Educational science activities
- Food trucks
Parking Options & Free Shuttle
Waco Transit System will provide a free shuttle service to the event from Heritage Square in Downtown Waco to McLane Stadium. Free parking is available throughout the Downtown area within walking distance of the shuttle service. Premium parking is available at McLane Stadium.
Transit Service Announcement
For the safety and enjoyment of all passengers and employees, please be advised that Waco Transit System will temporarily suspend all services five minutes prior to the peak of the total solar eclipse on Monday, April 8. The pause will commence at 1:35 p.m. and extend through the duration of the eclipse totality. Regular service will resume promptly at 1:47 p.m.
Live From Waco: Eclipse Weekend Festival
 Celebrate the celestial event of the year at the Live from Waco Eclipse Weekend Festival! Join us for three nights of good vibes, incredible music, savory eats, and unforgettable experiences that will keep you entertained until the main event on Monday, April 8!
Find all the latest information at waco-texas.com/eclipse.
Day 1: Friday, April 5
Friday, April 5 kicks off the "Live from Waco" weekend at Indian Spring Park. Come listen to live music on the banks of the Brazos River next to the historic Waco Suspension Bridge featuring co-headliners, Lukas Nelson and Band of Horses.
With a potent blend of country, rock, folk and blues — both bands define Americana music and are known for dynamic live performances. The event opens at 6 p.m., the and music will start at 7:30 p.m.
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Lukas Nelson
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Band of Horses
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Day 2: Saturday, April 6
Join us for day 2 of the "Live from Waco" festival on Saturday, April 6 at Indian Spring Park for even more live music. Day 2 features a journey through hip-hop with concert headliner Big Boi of OutKast with DJ Z-Trip, and Arrested Development! The event opens at 6 p.m., and the music will start at 7 p.m.
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Big Boi of OutKast
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DJ Z-Trip
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Arrested Development
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Day 3: Sunday, April 7
The free "Live from Waco" riverfront festival will conclude on Sunday, April 7 with a triple dose of country greatness as we welcome country music legend Dwight Yoakam with Kaitlin Butts and Ty Myers. The event opens at 4 p.m., and the music will start at 5 p.m.
The evening festivities will also feature lights throughout the park and a walking lantern parade across the historic Waco Suspension Bridge, followed by a cosmic drone show with 300 choreographed drones. The lantern parade starts at 9 p.m. with the drone show following.
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Dwight Yoakam
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Kaitlin Butts
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Ty Myers
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STEAMclipse Expo
 STEAMclipse is a free, family-friendly celebration of the eclipse and building STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) awareness, opportunity, and education. NASA will be exhibiting and speaking at the event, plus check out the out-of-this-world booths, stellar presentations, and entertainment fit for this event of a lifetime!
 The Greater Waco Sports Commission will host the Glow Over Waco 5K and Fun Run along the riverfront in downtown Waco on Saturday, April 6. Get ready to light up the night as you run through a course illuminated by neon glow sticks, vibrant LED lights, and the anticipation of the upcoming total solar eclipse. Wear your brightest neon attire and make it a night to remember, whether you're participating in the run or cheering from the sidelines!
 Waco-McLennan County Library and Art Center Waco are helping you get ready for the Lights Over Waco Lantern Parade. There will be seven opportunities to make a custom lantern for free at the four library locations, Art Center Waco, the STEAMclipse Expo, and on-site at the Lights Over Waco Lantern Parade. Make one lantern or make them all. We'll supply everything you need!
 Looking directly at the Sun can cause permanent eye damage or even blindness. ISO-certified solar glasses must always be used during a solar eclipse. Remember, sunglasses are not safe. The only time it is safe to look at a total eclipse without proper eye protection is during the brief period of "totality" when the sun is 100 percent blocked by the moon. Attempting to view an eclipse using binoculars, telescopes, cameras, or other devices that don't have their own special front-mounted solar filters is extremely hazardous.
 As Waco gears up for the eclipse, I-35 is anticipated to experience significant congestion. Plan to navigate alternative routes through Waco, including Hwy 6, Loop 340, Hwy 84 (Waco Drive), and Lake Shore Drive.
Check out the live traffic map at waco-texas.com/eclipse.
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