Come to Mason Mill Park to view the full lunar eclipse and Blood Moon with Ranger Jonah!
This is the perfect event for night owls — it takes place from 1:30 a.m. to 3:30 a.m. on Friday, March 14, 2025.
The event is FREE to attend.
Mason Mill Park usually closes at sunset, but on this night it will be open for viewing an uncommon celestial event.
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The complete eclipse, from start to finish, will be viewable from Atlanta.
This is notable because, with some lunar eclipses, parts of it are below the horizon where we can’t see it.
The maximum eclipse point occurs at 2:58 a.m. on March 14th.
You’ll be watching the lunar eclipsed from the South Peachtree Creek Trail bridge that extends over the railroad tracks.
The designated viewing spot is a 0.1 mile walk from the parking lot, and there will be signs to direct you to the bridge.
Plan to park near South Peachtree Creek trailhead, near the Tennis Center. This is the lot at the corner of Mason Mill Rd and McConnell Drive.
The viewing party is a “drop-in” event, so you can come anytime between 1:30 and 3:30 a.m.
Your next chances to view a total lunar eclipse in Atlanta include:
March 3, 2026
June 26, 2029
If you’d like to attend, please register via Eventbrite so the organizers know how many people to expect.
No dogs, please!
See our tips for attending, below.
Mason Mill Park is located at:
1400 McConnell Drive
Decatur, GA 30033
Time lapse of Lunar Eclipse 2018 Blood Moon. Deposit Photos.
Tips for attending
• Check the weather forecast and dress appropriately for the overnight low temperature.
• You can’t go wrong dressing in layers!
• If it’s chilly, don’t forget warm socks, gloves, and hat.
• Choose appropriate footwear.
• Consider bringing a warm beverage in a thermal bottle, or water.
• Bring a flashlight, to help you navigate in the dark.
• While you won’t need binoculars to view the eclipse, you can use them to get a closer look.
• Please honor the park’s request to leave dogs at home.
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