Embrace the mystery of the cosmos as SoMa celebrates the upcoming eclipse in a vibrant and engaging atmosphere educating residents and visitors about the solar system through the arts Saturday, April 6 for our SoMa in the Dark: Path of Totality Eclipse Festival.

🌙 Nighttime Parade: Be part of a luminous procession as we light up South Main Street with a dazzling nighttime parade, celebrating the upcoming celestial event. Floats will be celestial in nature with points awarded to scientific accuracy. Local clubs, schools, churches and organizations are invited to participate in creating a float. The winner and runner-up will receive a $500 & $250 cash prize, respectively, and display the highest level of unity between science and creativity.

🎨 Artistic Illumination: The art installations will remain for enjoyment on Monday, April 8, for the watch party.

🛍️ Stellar Street Market: Wander through a bustling marketplace in the most prominent block of Main Street occupied by a parking lot fronting Main Street filled with local vendors offering celestial-themed merchandise, crafts and delicious treats. Residents will enjoy a new, lively experience in the parking lot.

🎶 Astro Entertainment: In the same Main Street-fronting parking lot, enjoy mesmerizing live performances, interactive art installations, and cosmic-themed activities that will delight audiences of all ages.

Be sure to join us the day before, Friday, April 5, for SoMa (After Dark) In The Dark Night Shopping and 5k Glow Run. Then come back on Monday for SoMa in the Dark: Path of Totality Eclipse Watch Party, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Learn more here → https://www.somalittlerock.com/2024-total-eclipse-soma-little-rock