SPENCER CO. – Lincoln State Park and the Friends of Lincoln State Park will host “Total Eclipse of the Park” on Sunday, April 7, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. central time as one of the anchor events of Spencer County’s offerings the weekend ahead of the more than two minutes of total darkness that will occur as part of the Monday, April 8, 2024, total solar eclipse.
“Total Eclipse of the Park” will feature food trucks, activities for children of all ages, and live music from at least three live bands throughout the day. The featured entertainment, Sonny & the Moons, comprises Nashville studio musicians who will perform a set of pre-dominantly sun-, moon- and eclipse-themed songs. From the obvious (“Total Eclipse of the Heart,” “Bark at the Moon”) to the relevant (“Ain’t no Sunshine”, “Walking on Sunshine”) to the fun (“Waiting on the Sun”) and so much more.
In addition to the food trucks, beer/wine service will be available for guests 21 and over.
“We are very excited to be hosting this special event with Lincoln State Park as part of Spencer County’s solar eclipse experience,” said Friends of Lincoln State Park President Dan Wilkinson. “The next total solar eclipse in Indiana won’t be until 2099 in the far northeast portion of the state, making the April eclipse a once-in-a-lifetime event for Spencer County. ‘Total Eclipse of the Park’ will be fun for family and friends to create special memories around the eclipse.”
“Total Eclipse of the Park” is presented with support from the Spencer County Community Foundation and the Spencer County Tourism Commission and will be held in Lincoln State Park’s Troy Road picnic area. It will be an outdoor, all-ages event with advanced tickets available at bit.ly/LSP-Eclipse2024 online for $9.95 per person, with tickets for children 12 and under at $6.95. The per-ticket price includes any fees, including the Lincoln State Park gate fee. Tickets will be available the day of the event at Lincoln State Park for $12.95 per person (children 12 and under $7.95). All proceeds will benefit the Friends of Lincoln State Park organization.
No carry-in tents, food, or coolers will be permitted, although guests are welcome to bring chairs and blankets. Similar to other area festivals and events, a clear bag policy will be in place. The only bags allowed through the entry gates must be clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC tote bags no larger than 12” x 6” x 12”. Small clutch bags (up to 4.5” x 6.5”) and medical/diaper bags will be allowed upon inspection.
Friends of Lincoln State Park is a 501c3 non-profit organization consisting of volunteers devoted to supporting and preserving Lincoln State Park in Lincoln City and the Col. William Jones Home in Gentryville. The mission of the Friends of Lincoln State Park is to support appreciation, conservation, enhancement, understanding, and responsible use of the natural, cultural, and historic resources that are the foundation of Lincoln State Park. They generate funds through memberships, grants, gifts, bequests, or other means and by providing avenues of volunteer service through activities, events, and special projects.
