Members’ Lunar Eclipse Deck Watch Party – Limited Capacity

Wednesday, May 26
1:30-5 a.m.
Free, Members Exclusive
Chabot Space & Science Center Observation Deck

Watch the total lunar eclipse at Chabot’s Observation Deck! Join Chabot astronomers and a limited group of Chabot members to enjoy a special members-exclusive viewing of this rare event. To enjoy the event virtually, tune in to Chabot’s public Lunar Eclipse Virtual Watch Party.

It has been more than two years since we’ve enjoyed a total lunar eclipse, and this one will be extra special: it will happen during a perigean full Moon – a “supermoon.” 

Starting at 1:47 a.m. PDT, the Moon will fade only slightly as it enters the penumbra, the outer part of the Earth’s shadow. Then at 2:45 a.m., the Moon begins to enter the umbra, the darker rusty red part of the Earth’s shadow. By 4:11 a.m., the Moon will be fully immersed in the umbral shadow, but not for long as it begins to emerge from the umbra at 4:28 a.m. 

COVID-19 Safety

We are so excited to welcome you, our members back with healthy and safe learning opportunities. Our team has enhanced cleaning and distancing procedures to ensure a safe visit in accordance with local and state health guidelines.

While you’re at Chabot, we ask that our guests follow all CDC guidelines by wearing a mask, sanitizing their hands and maintaining a safe distance of six feet between your household and others. Once registered, guests will receive a COVID-19 Waiver and Self-Screening Assessment to complete before their visit.