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Where to watch the solar eclipse in West Michigan

If you're looking to watch the solar eclipse on April 8, we've compiled a list of parties in West Michigan that you can join to celebrate.

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — For the first time since 2017, a total solar eclipse will be visible in parts of Mexico, the United States and Canada. 

On Monday, April 8, the moon will move in front of the sun and cause millions in the U.S. to be in the path of totality, meaning they will be plunged into darkness in the middle of the afternoon.

While West Michigan will only be seeing about 93% totality, the sky will darken and shadows will appear on the ground in crescent moon shapes. 

Across West Michigan, there will be watch parties for the community to gather and celebrate the eclipse together. Some of these events are organized by residents, but most are hosted by libraries, museums and other organizations.

Most of the watch parties are weather-dependent and free to attend.

Here's where you can find a watch party near you:

Grand Rapids

Kent County

Muskegon County

Ottawa County

Newaygo County

Kalamazoo County

  • Air Zoo
    • 1:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
    • Activities and watch party
    • Glasses provided while supplies last
  • Parchment Community Library
    • 1:45 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
    • Glasses provided while supplies last

This is not an exhaustive list. If you know of a watch party that we didn't include in our list here, please send it to news@13onyourside.com.

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