NEWSLETTER
Chautauqua County, N.Y. – For the first time in almost a century, a Total Solar Eclipse will take place in New York State and Chautauqua County will be in the path of 100% totality for viewing! The Eclipse will occur on Monday, April 8th, 2024 between 2:04 pm and 4:31pm and reach totality at 3:17 pm for approximately 4 minutes. With a total eclipse happening every hundred years or so, this is truly a once in a lifetime event! Learn more about all the ways to make the most of the upcoming eclipse in the Chautauqua Lake Erie Region below.
Best Eclipse Viewing Spots in Chautauqua County
When it comes to viewing a total solar eclipse, the best locations have an uninterrupted view of the entire sky. Chautauqua County has many destinations that meet this criteria with beautiful surrounding scenery including destinations near our lakes, in our rolling countryside and within our villages and cities. Some examples include:
- Bemus Point Golf Club & Taphouse
- City of Dunkirk Pier & Waterfront
- Dunkirk Lighthouse
- Lake Erie Wine Country
- Midway State Park
See a full list of suggested eclipse viewing sites on our website.
Things to Do:
Take your eclipse experience up another level by attending one of these eclipse themed events happening on the day of the eclipse as well as the days before and after.
Solar Eclipse Spectacular at Chautauqua Golf Club
Take in the view of the eclipse uninterrupted at the Chautauqua Golf Course during their Solar Eclipse Spectacular. Enjoy complimentary eclipse viewing glasses, an eclipse themed buffet, and cash bar. Reservations required.
Lights Out: Lake Erie Wine Country
Enjoy a 3-day pass to visit all Lake Erie Wine Country wineries the weekend prior to the eclipse for Lights Out: Lake Erie Wine Country. Sample local wines paired with an eclipse-themed foods. On the day of the eclipse, head to your host winery for complimentary glasses to watch the eclipse and celebrate this rare phenomenon. Tickets Required.
Solar Eclipse Celebration at the Heron
Head to the Heron Farm and Event Center for a two-day Solar Eclipse Celebration. Sunday night, enjoy a dance party with live music. Grab some delicious bites from a variety of food trucks and free eclipse viewing glasses. Reservations required.
See a full list of eclipse events on our website calendar.
Places to Stay
With the eclipse taking place on a Monday, why not make a long weekend trip out of the occasion?! Choose from luxury lakeside hotels, vacation rentals and more. With accommodations available throughout the region, there is sure to be an option close to your preferred viewing destination. See a full list of lodging options on our website.
Plan Your Eclipse Experience
April will be here before you know it! Don't miss this once in a lifetime opportunity to see a Total Solar Eclipse in the Chautauqua-Lake Erie Region. Start planning your eclipse experience in Chautauqua County today!
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Contact:
Victoria Burch, Marketing Coordinator
Chautauqua County Visitors Bureau
716-357-4569