We love spring for a lot of reasons – the fashion, the weather, the travel deals – but this year its extra special. On April 8, 2024, there will be a solar eclipse!
The extraordinary event will be visible for most of the country, particularly in Mexico, 14 U.S. states (Oklahoma, Arkansas, Missouri, Illinois, Kentucky, Tennessee, Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York, Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine) and southeastern Canada. We hope you’re lucky enough to be in one of those places!
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What is a Solar Eclipse?
A solar eclipse happens when the moon is positioned between Earth and the sun, casting a shadow over our planet. Solar eclipses occur only during the phase of the new moon and there’re super cool to watch, but be sure to wear appropriate glasses so you don’t hurt your eyes. Don’t worry, we have a guide for you on where to acquire save viewing glasses!
The last total solar eclipse was six years ago, which makes this a monotonous and exciting event! To help celebrate the big day, many restaurants and retailers are offering freebies and deals, and we’ve rounded up all of them for you. Enjoy, and don’t forget those glasses (some restaurants and stores are giving them away for free with purchase).
The Best Eclipse Freebies & Offers
Through April 14, you can order the Perfect Eclipse Margarita, which blends Patrón Premium Silver Blanco Tequila and Citrónge Orange Liqueur with a dash of Monin Blue Raspberry, Passion Fruit and lemon and lime.
Get an extra 20% off with this promo code on April 8. This deal is good on most merchandise and will be applied to your entire cart.
Burger King
Burger King, the home of the flame-grilled Whopper sandwich, is celebrating the historic moment eclipsing Americans – and much of the world – with a delicious offer that lasts longer than four minutes and 28 seconds.
All day on April 8, Royal Perks members can text the keyword ECLIPSE to 251251* to claim a special BOGO Whopper offer that can be redeemed during or after the eclipse via the BK App and online at BK.com. Not a Royal Perks member? No problem – new members can sign up and join by downloading the BK App or visiting bk.com/royalperks.
Getaway
Book your next trip with the help of Getaway! To celebrate the upcoming eclipse, they are offering a special 30% off any April or May stay with code TOTALECLIPSE. This offer starts on April 1 and runs until April 7.
Stores located in the path of totality are holding viewing parties on-site and handing out free glasses. You’ll need to register for a spot via your local IKEA’s site (here’s an example). You must be an IKEA Family member to register for the eclipse events, but membership is free.
Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams
When you head over and get a scoop at Jeni’s on April 8, you can get a free topping of Space Dust! They are also offering a brand new collection, called Punk Stargonaut, to give a nod to the solar eclipse. The collection includes four “out-of-this-world” flavors, including Nebula Berry, Cosmic Bloom, Purple Star Born and Supermoon. Order online and get four pairs of glasses to watch the eclipse, for free.
Plus, Jeni’s is giving away Jeni’s-branded 3D space glasses to help you safely observe the eclipse. If you can’t make it, they will have an online collection that includes four pairs of Jeni’s-branded eclipse glasses.
In anticipation of the Total Solar Eclipse on April 8, Marco’s Pizza is offering customers an out-of-this-world deal – from April 8 through April 14, customers can enjoy 50% off all menu-price pizzas using promo code ECLIPSE. Offer available for online and app orders only.
The chain is eclipsing delivery fees on April 8. Just use this promo code on your order to cancel out the delivery fee.
Eclipse your hunger and celebrate the Solar Eclipse with Schlotzsky’s. They are offering $2.99 small “The Original” or “Fresh Veggie” sandwiches all day on 4/8 only. This offer valid on 4/8 in-store at participating locations only.
In celebration of “two donuts in the sky” meeting, My Sheetz Rewards members get $2 off any donut on April 8 (you’ll find it in the Sheetz app).
Shipley Do-Nuts
Shipley Do-Nuts, one of the nation’s oldest and largest do-nut brands is offering a deal that’s valid through their Shipley Do-Nuts Do-Happy loyalty program — earn an additional 500 points with any purchase!
This smoothie giant will be releasing a new menu item starting on March 27, called the Eclipse Berry Blitz Smoothie, in honor of the solar eclipse. You can also get a free pair of Smoothie King-branded eclipse glasses when you order the new smoothie!
Solo Stove
Take 20% off Solo Stove deals that won’t be eclipsed any time soon! These items are perfect for a great eclipse watch party. Just use code ECLIPSE at checkout to get the discount.
Starting on March 25, and for a limited time, you can enjoy their new “Blackout Slush Float” which was created to celebrate the eclipse and give customers an “out-of-this world experience.” The new drink features an all-black slush base, topped with white soft serve and blue and purple galaxy sprinkles. They actually consulted with former NASA astronaut and ISS commander Terry Virts, to create the treat! Plus, while supplies last, every purchase will come with a free pair of eclipse viewing glasses.
TINCUP Whiskey
The total eclipse will darken a healthy chunk of the US on April 8, and to celebrate, TINCUP Whiskey is offering the ultimate viewing experience complete with outdoor gear, an eclipse-inspired cocktail and exclusive merch bundles starting on March 18. How fun!
Sparkly, delicious, and made with TINCUP’s 10-year-old- bourbon, their TINCUP Total Eclipse Sour is the perfect sipping cocktail to batch and enjoy in tandem with the eclipse!
Not food, but going up for grabs on Friday, March 22, starting at 9am ET, the first 408 sky watchers ages 21 and older to sign up will get a free pair of ISO-certified eclipse-safe glasses delivered before the big day. Sign up here!
Tiff’s Treats
The Eclipse Mix features Lemon Sugar cookies and Blackout Double Chocolate Chip cookies. Preorder for delivery between April 1 and 8.
From April 1 to Eclipse Day, Warby Parker is handing out free viewing eclipse viewing glasses while supplies last at stores. Learn more.
On April 8, Wendy’s is offering a free small Frosty with purchase (you must redeem this offer via the Wendy’s app). Plus, Wendy’s is “eclipsing” its delivery fee. Through midnight on April 8, the delivery fee will be $0 when you order via the Wendy’s app or on Wendys.com
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