Old Town Cape, Inc., Solar Eclipse block party planned for Downtown Cape

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo., (KBSI)- Old Town Cape, Inc. the Downtown Cape Girardeau revitalization organization says they will hold a Solar Eclipse Block Party on Monday, April 8, at Cape Riverfront Market lot from 12 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Old Town Cape encourages guests to come downtown for a FREE celebration as we host a spectacular block party event during the total solar eclipse on April 8th! This unique gathering promises a day of excitement, community, and cosmic wonder.

This event will be held from 12 pm to 3 pm at the Cape Riverfront Market lot, 35 S. Spanish St., providing a perfect vantage point for this rare occurrence.

Limited edition T-shirts will be sold at the event and free eclipse glasses will be handed out to ensure the safety of attendees.

Attendees can enjoy a live music performance from Spacers and enjoy food from a diverse selection of food vendors.

From savory to sweet, there’s something for everyone.

The organization has planned for a range of fun free activities, including face painting, sidewalk chalk, and more for the whole family.

The road in front of the Market lot will be closed for the block party celebration!

DeWayne, owner of Ebb & Flow, says “I’m excited to be a part of the event because we get to showcase downtown businesses, in collaboration with music and the arts, to not only locals but people coming from out of town”.