Bandera County is situated in the crosshairs of an upcoming astronomical event that few people ever experience in their own backyard.
On Monday, April 8, all of Bandera County is situated in the path of totality for the Great North American Eclipse.
Most areas in the county will experience over four minutes of totality.
The moon will start to block the sun around noon on April 8.
Totality will begin at 1:30 p.m. near Del Rio and trace a line northeast across Texas.
Totality will last from a few seconds to about 4.5 minutes depending on where you are along the path. Only those in the path of totality will get the full eclipse experience.
You will see a partial solar eclipse before and after the time of greatest coverage. If you’re outside of the eclipse’s path of totality, you will see a partial eclipse.
For the latest eclipse event information, visit BanderaCowboyCapital.com
BANDERA TIMELINE
Begins: Mon, Apr 8, at 12:14 p.m. Maximum: Mon, Apr 8, at 1:33 p.m. Ends: 2:55 pm.
TOTALITY TIMES
Vanderpool: 4m 25.9s
Medina 4m 19.5s
Tarpley 4m 13.2s
Bandera 4m 3.8s
Pipe Creek 3m 50.1s
Lakehills 3m 34.6s
VIEWING THE ECLIPSE
Solar eclipses are magical experiences. Ensure you have a memorable day by planning.
First, and most importantly, protect your eyes. Purchase eclipse glasses or use an indirect observation method, like a pinhole viewer. Glasses are available at outlets throughout Bandera County.
It’s only safe to look directly at the sun during the few minutes of totality. Otherwise, you’ll need to use eclipse glasses or a pinhole viewer.
LOCAL EVENTS
April 5 (Friday): Ground Zero Musicfest
Time: Throughout the day Location: Mansfield Park Rodeo Arena A family-friendly 5-day, 4-night Musicfest featuring over 20 bands, National Acts, Regional Acts, and Local Talent during the Total Solar Eclipse.
FATBOYZ CRUISE IN CAR SHOW
Time: 5:00 PM Location: Fat Boyz Sandwich Shop - 830-796-3767 Monthly car show featuring Custom, Rods, Classics, Muscle Cars, Trucks, Motorcycles, and Special Interest & Vintage Vehicles. Family-friendly with great eats!
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS FISH FRY
Time: 5:00 PM Location: St. Joseph’s Hall Monthly fish fry at St. Joseph’s Hall, St. Stanislaus Catholic Church, Cedar Street and 7th.
April 6 (Saturday): Ground Zero Musicfest
Time: Throughout the day Location: Mansfield Park Rodeo Arena Another day of the family-friendly 5-day, 4-night Musicfest during the Total Solar Eclipse.
COWBOYS ON MAIN
Time: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Location: Western Trail Heritage Park Saturday event on Bandera Main Street with cowboy lifestyle interactions, Chuckwagon rides, gunfights, and Cowboy Music.
MARKET DAYS ON THE COURTHOUSE LAWN
Time: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Location: Bandera County Courthouse Lawn Arts and Crafts vendors on the Courthouse lawn. For vendor inquiries, contact The Bandera Business Association.
Esther Benedict Gallery “Spring Show”
Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Location: Esther Benedict Gallery Spring art show featuring creative works by local sculptor and metal artist Esther Benedict.
Bandera Cattle Company Gunfighters
Time: 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM Location: Bandera Visitors Center - 830-796-3045 Gunfight performances at Rattlesnake Ridge, located behind the Bandera Visitor’s Center. Kids can get deputized after the show!
Bandera Brewery Presents Chad Richard
Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Location: Bandera Brewery - 830-522-2246 Music event featuring Chad Richard at Bandera Brewery, a fundraiser night for the Brewery Scholarship Fund.
April 7 (Sunday): Eclipse Utopia
Location: 4 Sisters Ranch - (830) 426-1602 Experience the Total Solar Eclipse at the Four Sisters Ranch in Utopia, Texas, with music and camping.
Ground Zero Musicfest
Time: Throughout the day Location: Mansfield Park Rodeo Arena Continuation of the family-friendly 5-day, 4-night
Musicfest during the Total Solar Eclipse.
MORNING RIDE WITH COWBOY BREAKFAST
Time: 9:00 AM Location: Major Hope Corral - 830-328-2203 Join Bandera Historical Rides for a Cowboy Breakfast and a morning horseback ride.
Pre-Eclipse Party-Fundraiser featuring Django Walker
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Location: Bandera Brewery - 830-522-2246 Intimate night with Django Walker, featuring the Jerry Jeff Walker Sangria. Fundraiser for Saving Shelter Strays.
April 8 (Monday): Eclipse Utopia
Location: 4 Sisters Ranch - (830) 426-1602 Experience the Total Solar Eclipse at the Four Sisters Ranch in Utopia, Texas, with music and camping.
Ground Zero Musicfest
Time: Throughout the day Location: Mansfield Park Rodeo Arena Continuation of the family-friendly 5-day, 4-night Musicfest during the Total Solar Eclipse.
Natural History Museum 2024 Eclipse
Location: Bandera Natural History Museum - 830-328-5090 Experience the Total Eclipse at the Bandera Natural History Museum. Reservations required.
Brews & Views-Eclipse Viewing & Music Festival
Time: 10:00 AM Location: Bandera Brewery - 830-522-2246 Eclipse viewing event with live music featuring Boone Holding and The Regimes.
April 9 (Tuesday): Ground Zero Musicfest
Time: Throughout the day Location: Mansfield Park Rodeo Arena Final day of the family-friendly 5-day, 4-night Musicfest with over 20 bands, National Acts, Regional Acts, and Local Talent
For the latest schedule and information about the eclipse in Bandera, visit banderacowboycapital.com
