The Great North American Solar Eclipse is happening April 2024!
A total solar eclipse is set to dazzle our region on Monday, April 8th, 2024. This time, northern New Hampshire will be in the path of totality. Solidify your plans and plan your visit to the Western White Mountains for this incredible natural event! We’ve been gathering all the information you need to plan your visit.
Lodging Member’s Packages & Specials
- Riverbank Motel & Cabins – Offering free eclipse safe glasses when rooms are booked including a stay on April 8th.
- Adair Country Inn & Restaurant– Offering free authentic eclipse viewers to each guest. The Adair Restaurant will be open for dinner the night of the Eclipse. Following the conclusion of the viewing, cozy up in our firelit dining room and enjoy specials created in honor of this awe-inspiring celestial event. Call soon to make your lodging and dinner reservations at 603-444-2600.
- Indian Head Resort– Stay three (3) consecutive nights during Monday, April 2024 and receive 15% off your entire stay. Use code ECLIPSE24 at checkout to apply offer. We’ll have live music and happy hour specials on Saturday, Sunday, and Monday to celebrate this rare event.
- Notch Hostel– The Notch Hostel will be open April 5-8th for the Solar Eclipse.
- Owl’s Nest Resort- Receive a 10% discount to Panorama when booking the SOLAR lodging package, as well as room discounts! This is perfect for those coming far looking for a place to stay after the show.
Local Events & Fun
- Loon Mountain Resort– Dark Side of the Loon
Skiers and snowboarders will have the unique opportunity to ski and ride through the path of totality at Loon. With a partial view of the eclipse, Loon will be a prime location to experience this once-in-a-lifetime event. No foot-traffic skyride tickets will be sold at this time. Lift access will be limited to skiing/snowboard guests only. Learn more. - Cannon Mountain– Eclipse Fest
Don’t miss your chance to watch the Total Solar Eclipse at Cannon with Dub Apocalypse Beach Party. The Aerial Tramway will be running. Visit website for full details and event information. - Mount Washington Cog Railway– 99.4% is close enough! Eclipse Special to Waumbek Station
We may be just outside of the Zone of Totality, but we’re also just outside of the Zone of Insanity descending on the roads and towns north of us. If the weather cooperates, you’ll have a spectacular panoramic view of the western sky from 4000′, with warming huts, a blazing fire pit, complimentary hot refreshments, special viewing glasses, and a historic train ride. If it doesn’t, you’ll get all that anyway! The Eclipse Special leaves Marshfield Base Station, rain or shine, at 2:00 on Monday, April 8, with a return to Marshfield at the conclusion of the event. - Indian Head Resort–Solar Eclipse Weekend Activities
Friday & Saturday: Happy Hour 3:30-5:30 PM; Live music from 6:30-9:30 PM
Sunday: Happy Hour 3:30-5:30 PM, Pinhole projector making 7-7:30 PM; Live DJ from 8-11 PM
Monday: Happy hour specials available all night; Dinner special: get 50% off an appetizer when you get two entrées
Solar Eclipse viewing from the path of totality (45 minutes north) begins around 3:29 PM. We will have a partial view of the eclipse on site. - Woodstock Inn Brewery- Eclipse Party
We’re having an Eclipse party on April 8! North Woodstock will experience 95% coverage of the sun. Join us for this rare event. We will have eclipse glasses for guests of the Inn, an eclipse beer brewed especially for the event, drink specials, t-shirt giveaways, and live music from 7:00-10:00 PM. - One Love Brewery- Solar Eclipse Soiree
Come see the Solar eclipse here at One Love Brewery! Live music with Red Rooster Riot from 1-4! We will be opening at 12 and our deck is perfect to see this once-in-a-lifetime event. We have a limited amount of viewing glasses. - Owl’s Nest Resort- 2024 Solar Fest
We will be celebrating the eclipse at Panorma Six82 from 2:00 – 5:00 pm with food, drinks, and yard games! We also plan on having transportation to a special viewing area perched on the highest point of our golf course (pictured on the left) offering a clear view of the phenomenon! The high point reaches 1,000 feet in elevation, providing open skies and sweeping views! - Lincoln Public Library
NH Astronomical Society guest Mike Atkinson on Wednesday, March 20th
Discussion will include what is in Eclipse, what to expect and safety considerations. Bring your curiosity and questions!
Solar Eclipse Afternoon– Join us from 2-4pm for an epic afternoon filled with activities and fun treats! - Solstice North Day Spa April Specials to celebrate the Solar Eclipse
Enjoy one of the following specials all April long: Walking on Sunshine- Signature Foot Soak; Total Eclipse of the Solar Plexus- 90 minute chakra balancing massage; Dark Side of the Sun- 1 hour massage. Visit their website or call to book, 603-745-7560. - Theater In The Wood- Believe in Books Literacy Foundation Solar Eclipse in the Wood
Free event at the new Amphitheater! Festivities from 1-4pm with live music from Powerline Country, food truck, bar, games, book mobile and more! - Click here to download a free eclipse coloring page.
- Be sure to stop by the Chamber to pick up your FREE Solar Eclipse Glasses! Our office will be open from 8am to 4pm on Monday, April 8th!
For statewide information on this unique events visit visitnh.gov/solareclipse.
Planning Tips from the Visit NH:
- April weather is unpredictable.
Weather can be unpredictable in April in the Great North Woods, snow or mud could impact road conditions. - Arrive Early, Stay Late.
There are limited roads leading in and out of the northern part of New Hampshire. Visitors are urged to avoid unnecessary travel on the day of the eclipse, so choose your viewing location ahead of time and plan to arrive early and stay late. Do not plan to pull over on the side of the roadways to view the eclipse. Doing so can put you at risk of getting stuck in mud or snow, and tow trucks will face major delays in getting to you. - Bring Supplies.
It may be a good idea to pack some essential supplies, such as water and snacks. Be sure to have a full tank of gas and if you have an electric vehicle, map out before you leave your home, where you’ll be able to get it charged.
The Great North Woods is a beautiful place to witness this historic event. A reminder to everyone to be responsible travelers. Practice Leave No Trace while you’re here by picking up after yourself and being kind and respectful to others who are here to do the same thing.
News articles being ran about the eclipse in New Hampshire/Maine:
Great American Eclipse – New Hampshire Spotlight
“Best Places to See the 2024 Solar Eclipse”
“The 2024 North American Eclipse-A Luminous Travel Event”
This page was last updated on 3.22.24
For state-wide information, head to VisitNH.gov.
