Kicking off the annual, multi-day event at the Foyt Winery & Museum in Fredericksburg, Texas, the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse launches the inaugural 36 hours of Foyt.
Named after A.J. Foyt’s dominating win at the 1967 24 Hours of Le Mans, the 36 Heures Du Foyt event will provide a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity at Foyt Winery & Museum, situated directly in the path of totality for the 2024 total solar eclipse.
Many people who have experienced a total eclipse say it was the most spectacular event they ever witnessed. The moon gradually obscures the sun. As the eclipse intensifies, the world around takes on an odd tint and the shadows become sharper and more detailed. When you see only a thin crescent-shaped light through your eclipse glass, daylight starts to fade. You may also notice rippling shadow bands on the ground. Then “totality” as the soft wisps from the solar corona surround the huge hole where the sun was. You might notice that the temperature drops and birds fly home to their nests. You are standing in a strange twilight, while a “sunset”, glows all around. Finality ends with the reverse order of events.
Interesting Facts
– In April 2024, Central Texas will be in the direct path of a total solar eclipse for the first time in 146 years.
– According to Astronomy.com, Foyt Winery is located in one of the best locations to view this eclipse.
– Another coast-to-coast eclipse will come to America in 2045, entering California and exiting through Florida.
The county predicts an overwhelming influx for four days of tourists, causing local resources to stop. Predictions include gridlock, lack of water, food, cellular service, and emergency services not available. To combat these challenges, they turned the eclipse into a luxury 3-day glamping vacation.
Guests are treated to three days of comfort, sights, tastes, and sounds.
All amenities are available when you arrive Saturday. Foyt Museum and Winery will be closed to the general public. You’ll be able to explore at your leisure.
A local chef is on site to prepare delicious meals every day, paired perfectly with the finest Foyt wines. Live music will keep your party going, while gaming areas on the property provide fun and excitement for you and your friends. You can enjoy onsite golf tournaments, dance parties, and bonfires with musicians telling stories.
