Lunar Eclipse Watch at John Clyde Preserve
Thu, Aug 27
|John Clyde Native Grassland Preserve
Watch the Moon be eclipsed by the Earth's shadow!


Time & Location
Aug 27, 2026, 9:00 PM – Aug 28, 2026, 12:00 AM
John Clyde Native Grassland Preserve, 1091 Canal Road Griggstown, NJ 08873
Guests
About the event
Join us at John Clyde Preserve on August 27 for a late-summer night under the stars as we watch the Moon slip into Earth’s shadow. We’ll be there from 9:00 p.m. until after midnight, building toward the peak of the partial eclipse, with 98% of the moon covered—and no telescope is needed to enjoy the show. In fact, a lunar eclipse is best appreciated simply with your own eyes, although binoculars can add a great view. Bring a comfortable chair or blanket, dress in layers as temperatures cool, and consider bringing a warm drink, snacks, and insect repellent so you can settle in and enjoy the eclipse at your own pace. Come for an hour or stay through the peak—this is one night sky event you won’t want to miss!
Due to parking and field size restrictions, attendance is limited to the first 30 RSVPs received (1 RSVP per family/group, maximum of 4…

