For thousands of years, solar eclipses have captivated humans. Even though we know much more about them today, there is still something thrilling about viewing this spectacular spectacle in the sky. If you’re eager to share this experience with your family and friends, here are eight unique ideas you’ll want to try when throwing your next solar eclipse party.
1- Provide Solar Eclipse Glasses
Since a solar eclipse should never be viewed with the naked eye, always have an ample supply of solar eclipse glasses on hand to give to your guests.
2- Offer Eclipse-Themed Snacks
While everyone is waiting for the eclipse to start, have plenty of eclipse-themed snacks that everyone can munch on. As for different snacks you could serve, consider such ones as Moon Pies, Starburst candies, Mars candy bars, and anything else that has a moon or solar-related word in its name. As for drinks, try serving Sunkist and Sunny D.
3- Read Solar Eclipse Books
While viewing the solar eclipse is fun, so too is learning as much as possible about this rare astronomical occurrence. Thus, try having a few solar eclipse books around on a table for everyone to look at along the way. Be sure to have a wide array so that both kids and adults can learn all they can about the eclipse.
4- Party at a Museum or Observatory
If you want to really blow your attendees away with your party planning skills, book a museum or observatory for your solar eclipse party. This will not only make your solar eclipse party unique, but also let you take advantage of knowledgeable scientists and astronomers who may be able to be party guests as well.
5- Launch a Rocket
Since data about solar eclipses is gathered from the International Space Station, launch a model rocket at your party to show kids how NASA gets astronauts and satellites into space. More than likely, both kids and adults will get excited about this activity.
6- Rent a Moon Jump
While everyone is waiting on the eclipse, they can spend time at your party jumping around on a Moon Jump. Very popular at kid’s parties, jumping around on this will let everyone know how it feels to be on the moon itself, since they will be jumping around at only 1/3 the gravity found here on Earth.
7- Play Eclipse-Related Music
A party should always have fun music. For your eclipse party, play such songs as “Total Eclipse of the Heart,” “Talking to the Moon,” and “Blinded by the Light.”
8- Make Sundials
Using a paper plate, straw, and some crayons, you can have kids make their very own sundials that can be decorated any way they want.
No matter which of these ideas you try, your solar eclipse party is sure to be a big hit. Whether it’s the music playlist, the snacks and drinks, or the moon jump that has everyone jumping for joy as they await the start of the eclipse, your party will be the one that has everyone talking.
