Countdown to Annular Eclipse - October 14, 2023
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On October 14, 2023, Helotes, Texas will be in the narrow path of an annular, or “ring of fire,” solar eclipse. The partial eclipse will begin at about 10:23 a.m., with four minutes of annularity beginning at 11:51 a.m. when the moon lines up directly in front of the sun. The whole eclipse will end around 1:32 p.m.
- Partial Eclipse Begins: 10:23 a.m.
- Annularity: 11:51 a.m. – 11:55 a.m.
- Partial Eclipse Ends: 1:32 p.m.
Countdown to Total Eclipse - april 8, 2024
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On Monday, April 8, 2024, Helotes, Texas will be in the path of totality for the Great North American Eclipse – a total solar eclipse. This means the moon will completely block out the sun for 2 minutes and 40 seconds beginning at 1:32 p.m.
- Partial Eclipse Begins: 12:14 p.m.
- Totality Begins: 1:32 – 1:35 p.m.
- Partial Eclipse Ends: 2:55 p.m.
Eclipse Safety
It is never safe to look directly at the sun – even if the sun is partly obscured. When watching a partial solar eclipse, you must wear eclipse glasses, NOT regular sunglasses, at all times if you want to face the sun. For more information, visit NASA’s eclipse safety page.
Visit Helotes will distribute a limited supply of safe solar viewing glasses to locals and visitors for both the annular solar eclipse in October 2023 and the total solar eclipse in April 2024. (Details will be announced soon)
Public Viewing Spots
Helotes Fitness Park & Disc Golf Course
10483 Parrigin Road, Helotes, Texas 78023
Helotes City Park & Playground
12951 Bandera Road, Helotes, Texas 78023
Senator Frank L. Madla Natural Area
9788 Menchaca Road, Helotes, Texas 78023
Eclipse Events
Are you having a local event or plan on hosting a viewing location for the Annular Eclipse and/or the Total Eclipse in Helotes, Texas? If you so, we want to know about it! Please email us at publicrelations@helotes-tx.gov as we get ready to celebrate this once-in-a-lifetime event. This form is not for reserving space at Eclipse events or viewing locations.
There are 17 upcoming event(s) happening in Helotes.
Community HOMESource Center
November 18, 2023 at 10:00 am
Xsellence Realty
12415 Bandera Road, Helotes, Texas 78023
Your one-stop shop for all things Real Estate! Besides receiving valuable info, enjoy treats, refreshments, games, and prize giveaways!
Pet Wellness & Vaccination Clinic
November 19, 2023 at 1:00 pm
Helotes City Hall
12951 Bandera Road, Helotes, Texas 78023
Bring your furry pals to Helotes City Hall for pet care services by Mobile Pet Care.
Penny Paws Mobile Vaccination Clinic
December 2, 2023 at 9:00 am
Helotes Humane Society
10671 Shaenfield Rd, San Antonio,, Texas 78254
The Helotes Humane Society is hosting Penny Paws Mobile Vaccination Clinic on the 1st & 3rd Saturday of every month from 9:00 am – 4:00 pm at their office!
Penny Paws Mobile Vaccination Clinic
December 16, 2023 at 9:00 am
Helotes Humane Society
10671 Shaenfield Rd, San Antonio,, Texas 78254
The Helotes Humane Society is hosting Penny Paws Mobile Vaccination Clinic on the 1st & 3rd Saturday of every month from 9:00 am – 4:00 pm at their office!
Community HOMESource Center
December 16, 2023 at 10:00 am
Xsellence Realty
12415 Bandera Road, Helotes, Texas 78023
Your one-stop shop for all things Real Estate! Besides receiving valuable info, enjoy treats, refreshments, games, and prize giveaways!