Location: Southern Illinois Airport - Hangar 1 Event Center & Surrounding Airfield & St Nicholas MDH
What’s on Offer - Sunday Evening VIP Solarbration!
With live music by Murphy 500 setting the stage, prepare for an unforgettable night in Hangar 1!
A stellar celebration under the night sky before we get to witness the magnificence of the solar eclipse the next day! "Party In The Dark" is not just an event; it's an experience designed to bring together the aviation community, astronomy enthusiasts, and party-goers for a weekend filled with music, food, and celestial wonder.
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VIP Experience: $50
Includes buffet meal, drink ticket and exclusive access to cash bars starting at 5:30 PM.
Enjoy a buffet meal, drink ticket, and a wide selection of drinks in the exclusive VIP area.
Perks include private cash bars, VIP bathrooms, and late-night munchies (included in the ticket price).
Note: The buffet meal ends at 7 PM in Hangar 1 Event Center. The VIP Beer tent with late-evening snacks is located on the ramp outside and is only available to those with VIP tickets or those who upgrade to VIP.
Dinner & General Admission: $30
Join us at 5:30 PM for a buffet meal, live music, and access to cash bars.
The buffet meal ends at 7 PM.
General admission guests will not have access to the late-night munchies provided in the VIP area. However, upgrades to VIP are available at the door for an additional $20, granting access to the VIP area and late-night snacks.
General Admission (Band Only): $10 - Available at the door!
Access from 7 PM, including live music and access to cash bars.
VIP Upgrade: $20 (Access to VIP area and late-night snack)
Camping Under the Stars:
Starting Sunday afternoon, camp out under the wing of your plane, with 60 camping spots available. Wake up to a pancake breakfast on Monday hosted by multiple SIU School of Aviation student clubs. Enjoy a day filled with music, ramp games, and food trucks before Monday's Eclipse!
Event Highlights:
Eclipse Viewing: Experience a brief but breathtaking eclipse from 1:59 PM to 2:03 PM on Monday.
Food & Beverage: Enjoy a variety of options from St. Nick MDH satellite bars to local food trucks and grab-and-go coolers. St. Nicholas MDH will also be open extended hours on Sunday and Monday for a full-service dining experience.
Official Eclipse Merchandise: Purchase your commemorative Party in the Dark apparel and gear from runway THREE-SIX, located at Southern Illinois Airport.
Let's make this solar eclipse an event to remember! Mark your calendars, secure your tickets, and get ready for an extraordinary "Party In The Dark" where the stars align, and the fun never ends. See you there!
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