Solar Eclipse 2024

Solar Eclipse Celebration – April 6-8, 2024

On Monday, April 8, 2024, southern Illinois will witness the second total eclipse of the sun and Blue Sky Vineyard, once again, is located within the path of totality.  Did you know that Blue Sky Vineyard was NASA’s Point of Longest Duration for the 2017 eclipse?  We thoroughly enjoyed celebrating the 2017 event with so many wonderful guests and are now planning our 2024 experience. 

Truly a one, wait, two-of-a-kind experience we want to encourage you to share it with us.  More information will be forthcoming, so keep checking back for updates!

RV Camping will NOT be Available for the 2024 Eclipse

Saturday, April 6, 2024 – Winery Hours:  10:00am – 7:30pm

• Live Music By Kevin Lucas (World Instrumental/Marimba) from 11am-2pm followed by Carlos Alberto & The Jackson Gypsies (Latin/Pop/Rock) from 2:30pm-5:30pm
  
• From the Grill:  1/3# Burgers, 1/4# Brats, 1/4# Hot Dogs
  

Sunday, April 7, 2024 – Winery Hours:  10:00am – 7:30pm

• Live Music By Carlos Alberto & The Jackson Gypsies (Latin/Pop/Rock) from 11am-2pm followed by Zola Road (Country/Folk/Rock) from 2:30pm-5:30pm
• From the Grill:  1/3# Burgers, 1/4# Brats, 1/4# Hot Dogs
• Gypsy Belle Food Trailer:  BLT, Grilled Cheese, Chicken Strips, Fish Sandwich, French Fries, Onion Rings
  

Monday, April 8, 2024 – Winery Hours:  9:00am – 7:30pm

• Live Music By Ol’ Moose & Friends (Americana) from 10am-1pm followed by Carlos Alberto & The Jackson Gypsies (Latin/Pop/Rock) from 1:30pm-5:30pm
  
• From the Grill:  1/3# Burgers, 1/4# Brats, 1/4# Hot Dogs
• Gypsy Belle Food Trailer:  BLT, Grilled Cheese, Chicken Strips, Fish Sandwich, French Fries, Onion Rings

• VIEWING TIME: So that our staff can view the event, please note that the inside of our winery and pavilion will be CLOSED to the public from 1:50pm – 2:10pm. 
  

A Few Things to Keep in Mind 

Blue Sky Vineyard is open for all guests to visit and enjoy the eclipse.  No reservations for space are being taken.  Space is available on a first come, first served basis.

Guarantee your own seating.  Bring a lawn chair or blanket.

Free Parking

You are allowed to bring your own food, however ALL beverages must be purchased at the winery.

It will be wise to bring a little extra cash with you just in case credit card systems are down at any time.

We are looking forward to seeing many new and returning faces during this event.  We will be well staffed and ready for you at the winery but please keep in mind that this is a phenomenal event to be reoccurring in southern Illinois and Blue Sky Vineyard.  Please bear with us and bring an extra dose of patience.  We will serve you as best and as quickly as we can and we promise to do it with a smile.