San Antonio locals are gearing up for cosmic revelry as the city falls under the shadow of a total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024, and bars across the town are throwing watch parties complete with space-themed sips and bites to mark the occasion. According to the San Antonio Report, patrons over 21 can enjoy a solar eclipse brunch at The Moon's Daughter while the city's beloved pickleball center Chicken N Pickle is rolling out free eclipse glasses and margaritas dubbed the Dark Side of the Moon, and not excluding Flying Saucer’s ample selection of space-themed tap beers alongside an eclipse beer flight.

For those keen on sweets, The Meadows Original Frozen Custard in Helotes will serve solar eclipse-themed custard flavors, and folks downtown can still catch a partial eclipse at bars like Elsewhere Garden Bar & Kitchen, which, per the same source offers free eclipse glasses alongside live music, and Little Woodrow's throwing an 80s themed bash complete with free shades, the latter sure to attract Bonnie Tyler enthusiasts. Vibes range from laid-back comedy at Southtown Joe's to arcade games and a creative cocktail lineup at Kung Fu Saloon, while Camp 1604 amps up the level of interactivity with axe-throwing and a "Black Out" solar eclipse party.

The family-friendly Historic Pearl is hosting an open-air viewing on their lawn with DJs, themed refreshments, and complimentary protective eyewear. Within the heart of San Antonio, Bakudan Ramen promises extended happy hour specials and a rooftop view at 1 Watson, with various package offerings including entry and brunch; these range from the $89 Shooting Star ticket to the luxe $440 Galaxy package that accommodates a group of four, as stated by the San Antonio Report.

All festivities, whether featuring Italian ice options, a shrimp basket special, live music or classic video games, converge around the rare natural phenomenon as the moon briefly eclipses the sun to the delight, and perhaps awe, of observers – San Antonians and visitors alike planning to don those eclipse glasses come 1:30 p.m. on Monday, when the city is plunged into an astronomical twilight and, bars like Chicken N Pickle are cheersing to the heavens with their own speciality concoctions, the San Antonio sky is set to deliver a show that's literally out of this world.