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 Northwest 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 Northwest 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!
What Activities You Can Expect at the Northwest YMCA Eclipse Viewing Party:
- Space Zone in the Gymnasium:
- Chaos Inflatable Obstacle Course
- GaGa Ball
- Backyard Games
- Innovation Station in Child Watch:
- Space Galaxy Slime
- Rocket Scratch Card Crafts
- Planet Tattoos
- Face Painting
- Brain Games
- Sensory Tents are available in this area
- Solar Blaster Game on the Pool Deck
- Outer Space Bingo in the Wellness Center
- Mighty Moon Room in the Wegmans Room
- Moon Sand Table
- Fun for our littlest friends
- Around the Facility
- Exploration Scavenger Hunt
- Astronaut Discovery
- Photo Booths
- Live NASA Feeds (Community Room, Gymnasium, Lobby)
- Solar Eclipse Trivia Challenge in the pavilion behind the Y
- Test your knowledge
- Learn about the LightSound Box and use our telescope. Both are safe for eclipse viewing
- Family Workout Classes in the Group Exercise Studio
- Family Zumba (12:30 pm)
- Family Hula Hoop Fitness (1:10 pm)
- Family Cardio Fitness (1:50 pm)