INDIANAPOLIS — 13News is partnering with the Indiana State Fairgrounds & Event Center to host Hoosiers in witnessing the upcoming total solar eclipse.
The event will take place Monday, April 8 at the fairgrounds, located at 1202 E. 38th St., near East Fall Creek Parkway North Drive on the north side of Indianapolis.
All guests will receive a complimentary pair of eclipse glasses.
Tickets are still available to purchase.
The gates to the fairgrounds will open at 9 a.m., nearly four hours before the partial eclipse begins at 1:40 p.m. The total eclipse will begin at 3:06 p.m., and the partial eclipse will end at 4:23 p.m.
The Fairgrounds have carefully selected multiple spots that will provide an unobscured view of the eclipse. The areas will be equipped with viewing glasses and weather experts, who can discuss the celestial spectacle.
There will also be family-friendly entertainment: music, performances and activities. People can also take part in educational exhibits and displays.
Fair food along with unique eclipse treats includes:
- Lunar Lemonade Shake up- a classic lemonade shake up with a dark berry splash
- Cosmic Corn Dog- a classic corn dog with cosmic dipping sauce
- Eclipse Elephant Ear & Solar Flare Funnel Cakes
- Traditional crowd favorites topped with sugar and edible glitter flair
Lunar Libations (Specialty Drinks) include:
- Moonshine Eclipse (moonshine shake up from Fair)
- Blackhole Bourbon Smash
- Cosmic Cooler
- Solar Spritz
- Moonbeam Mule
Camping at the Fairgrounds
The Indiana State Fairgrounds is now accepting camping reservations for the event.
RV Campgrounds Full Hook-up (VIP) Information:
- For reservations beginning on April 7 – it is a minimum 2-night stay until April 9
- Check-in on April 7 is 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. – Check-out on April 9 is 12 p.m.
- Click here to make your full hook-up camping reservation!
Primitive Camping Information:
- Timed check-in begins on April 7th at 9AM. Please see below for available time slots. You must vacate your lot by 5PM on April 8th
- Purchase primitive RV camping below!
To reserve a spot, click here. For more on the camping rules, click here.