See below for updates on businesses that will be open and serving the public during the days surrounding the Total Solar Eclipse. This list will be updated every time we get new info from businesses, so check back often! Here’s the form to fill out.
Parking
ACDI – 403 North Main Street Benton, AR 72015 – ACDI is excited to offer exclusive parking passes to witness the historic event, with all proceeds supporting the Bright Futures Benton. Get details and reserve your spot now: https://page.acd-inc.com/acd-solar-eclipse-24
JD/MERINDA Farms (Camping/Parking) 4510 Hwy 5 15018402287 [email protected] Fri Apr 5, Sat Apr 6, Sun Apr 7, Mon Apr 8 Rentals, Parking (Free or Not) Fields of total eclipse gazers Camping/Parking holds a spot for U Furtherest Traveler Award
Natural State Market 303 N Main Street in Benton 501-430-1815 https://www.facebook.com/NaturalStateMarket/ www.thenaturalstatemarket.com Fri Apr 5, Sat Apr 6, Mon Apr 8. Eco friendly, Arkansas made We are hosting a watch party with live music on the patio. Free to the public. Bring your own eclipse glasses. Ridgewalker Band will be performing 12-3. We’ll have patio games set up. Eclipse shirts are available for preorder. Robyn Cisar or Katherine Daniels 5017664556 [email protected]
River Center Free Parking (City of Benton Parks & Rec) – off I-30 exit 116 – https://maps.app.goo.gl/izABTYd5SGwtZZof7
Sunset Lake Free Parking (City of Benton Parks & Rec) – off I-30 exit 116 – https://maps.app.goo.gl/SAS1JQRmSxPNB1QDA
Tyndall Park Free Parking (City of Benton Parks & Rec) – on East Sevier St., near Benton High School – https://maps.app.goo.gl/U9Xibpr85vj73vJT9
Restaurants
Blue Heaven 15228 Interstate 30 N, Benton, AR (501) 316-4008 Blue Heaven Benton www.blueheavenbenton.com Fri Apr 5, Sat Apr 6, Sun Apr 7, Mon Apr 8 -Outdoor Cookout Our field behind the restaurant will be open to customers wishing to watch the eclipse. We will be firing up our smoker. Diana Young (501) 772-4015 [email protected]
Copper Mule Table & Tap 3348 Main St, Bryant, AR 72022 (501) 213-0379 coppermule.hrpos.heartland.us Open 11AM-9PM Daily except Mondays.
Retail
Retro Rose Records 113 E Sevier St. Benton, AR 72015 501-430-9222 https://www.facebook.com/retrorose.benton • www.retrorose.online Open Fri Apr 5, Sat Apr 6, Sun Apr 7, Mon Apr 8, Tue Apr 9. Boutique VINYL RECORD STORE, Bonnie Tyler albums + glasses. Visit the coolest record store in town!
Another Man’s Treasure Flea Market 3050 S. Reynolds Rd., Bauxite, AR 501-557-5565 Facebook @ Another Man’s Treasure Flea Market Open Fri Apr 5, Sat Apr 6, Sun Apr 7, Mon Apr 8, Tue Apr 9. Retail Antiques, Treasures , Furniture and local breads & desserts. April 6th, 7th & 8th we will be having a Lunar Eclipse Outdoor Flea Market Sale. We will have special deals and discounts and hosting a festive atmosphere with food and drinks! Take advantage of exclusive discounts and promotions throughout the event. From vintage collectibles to handmade crafts. There will be something for everyone! Sharron Anders or Michael McNamara. Sharron: 501-213-6933 Michael: 479-738-7103. [email protected]
Natural State Market 303 N Main Street in Benton 501-430-1815 https://www.facebook.com/NaturalStateMarket/ www.thenaturalstatemarket.com Fri Apr 5, Sat Apr 6, Mon Apr 8. Eco friendly, Arkansas made We are hosting a watch party with live music on the patio. Free to the public. Bring your own eclipse glasses. Ridgewalker Band will be performing 12-3. We’ll have patio games set up. Eclipse shirts are available for preorder. Robyn Cisar or Katherine Daniels 5017664556 [email protected]
Shop Central Arkansas @ShopCentralArkansas HTTPS://ShopCentralArkansas.com. Fri Apr 5, Sat Apr 6, Sun Apr 7, Mon Apr 8, Tue Apr 9. Local Online Gift Shop Selling Eclipse Essentials We have THE color changing solar eclipse mugs in stock! Tre Dubrava 5013263788 [email protected]
Strange Magic Gems 210 N. Reynolds Rd. in Bryant 5015516567 Www.Facebook.com/HappyAura.ar Strangemagicgems.com Fri Apr 5, Sat Apr 6, Sun Apr 7, Mon Apr 8 Retail Crystal & wellness shop Strange Magic Sunday : A Pop-Up Market on 4/7 from 11am-5pm. Featuring Happy Aura – Kirlian film photography, tarot & astrology readings, energy healers, vintage curators, local artists, sweet vegan treats, food truck, flower bar, yoga, and more! Free event! Happy Aura will be photographing the human energy field in the shop on 4/5 from 11:00am until 5:00pm. Jackie Metz 5015516567 [email protected]
The Cotton Shed Vintage Market 22460 I-30 N, Bryant 5016532777 @cottonshedvintagemarket thecottonshedmarket.com Fri Apr 5, Sat Apr 6, Sun Apr 7, Mon Apr 8, Tue Apr 9 -Vintage mall From Friday April 5-Monday April 8, we’ll have lots of sales and special deals. Plus if you wear anything with a sun or moon on it, save 10% on one full priced item. On Monday we’re hosting “The Greatest Show Above Earth” with inflatables, food, games, and more from 11 am – 4 pm. We’re open Monday-Saturday 10-6 and Sunday 12-6. Dani Martin 5016532777 [email protected]
Services
Bryant Animal Control & Adoption Center (Parking/Viewing/Pet Adoption Special) 25700 I-30 N, Bryant AR 72022 501-943-0489 www.cityofbryant.com Fri Apr 5, Mon Apr 8, Tue Apr 9 Services Pet Adoptions and more T-Shirt Fundraiser & Sun Dogs Adoption Event Join us on the lawn to view the eclipse- we’ll even provide a dog to join you while you view! Adoptions are only $20.24 all day!
Bryant Vision Clinic 2213 N Reynolds Road 501-500-5213 Facebook @ Bryant Vision Clinic. Bryantvision.com. Fri Apr 5, Sat Apr 6, Tue Apr 9. We are a vision clinic we provide exams and eyewear. We have free eyeglasses for viewing Paula Lane 501-500-5213 [email protected]
Central Arkansas Inflatables 5017798433 Central Arkansas Inflatables HTTPS://Centralarkansasinflatables.com Fri Apr 5, Sat Apr 6, Sun Apr 7, Mon Apr 8, Tue Apr 9 Rentals, Services Inflatable and party rentals 10 free pairs of solar eclipse glasses with each rental of an obstacle course. Tre Dubrava 5013263788 [email protected]
JD/MERINDA Farms (Camping/Parking) 4510 Hwy 5 15018402287 [email protected] Fri Apr 5, Sat Apr 6, Sun Apr 7, Mon Apr 8 Rentals, Parking (Free or Not) Fields of total eclipse gazers Camping/Parking holds a spot for U Furtherest Traveler Award
Special Events
Downtown Benton Farmers Market will have their season kickoff on Saturday, April 6th. They plan to have food trucks and activities for the kids. Hours are 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Find the Farmers Market at Ashley and Main Streets in Benton. (map)
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