Get ready to Y-M-SEE-A Total Solar Eclipse with the YMCA of Greater Rochester!
As an official RMSC Ambassador, the Y is excited to be a part of this once-in-a-generation event! We'll have themed activities, events and light food, as well as ways to safely view the total solar eclipse and fun ways to to learn all about this event.
The eclipse begins around 2 pm, with totality occurring from 3:20-3:23 pm. Everyone who registers will be given solar eclipse viewing glasses.
Registration for the Eastside Total Solar Eclipse Viewing Party is per standard vehicle which will account for up to six (6) people. You only need to register one person per vehicle.
Please note: The Eastside Family YMCA Eclipse Viewing Event is full. Waitlist spots are available.
You can learn more about all of our Total Solar Eclipse view parties and exclusive merchandise here!
EASTSIDE ECLIPSE ART PROJECT!
The Eastside Family YMCA is hosting an Art Show with Eclipse-Themed art made by our members! The art will be displayed outside of the Main Gymnasium from April 1-11. You can pick up your canvas from the Eastside Family YMCA Front and West Desks, Day Care Areas and Community Room. Now through March 8. Artwork should be returned to the Eastside Family YMCA March 25-28. Artwork will be available for pick up after the show between April 13 and 14.
What Activities You Can Expect at the Eastside YMCA Eclipse Viewing Party:
- Outdoor Activities:
- Chalk Art
- Entertainment Tent with:
- Face Painting
- Balloon Artist
- Professional Juggler
- Inflatable Fun with large inflatables and our bounce pillow
- Rocket Launch
- Pinhole Viewing to see the outline of the partial eclipse as it approaches and moves away from totality.
- Telescopes and Lightsound Boxes - Unique ways to view the eclipse
- Zipline
- Indoor Activities:
- Solar Eclipse Learning Stations
- STEM Projects and Sensory Friendly Activities
- NASA Eclipse Live Stream
- Community Solar Eclipse Art Display
- UFO Laser Tag
- 9-Hole Mini Golf Course