✍️ Hey local businesses! Get on MySaline’s Eclipse list! Fill out the form at tinyurl.com/eclipse-form-mysaline. ?For eclipse times, map, and viewing tips, visit: www.mysaline.com/tse-2024
See below for updates on…
• SPECIAL EVENTS
• PARKING
• RESTAURANTS
• RETAIL and
• SERVICES
…during the days surrounding the Total Solar Eclipse. This list will be updated every time we get new info from businesses, so check back often! Here’s the form to fill out.
Special Events
Bryant Animal Control & Adoption Center (Parking/Viewing/Pet Adoption Special) 25700 I-30 N, Bryant AR 72022 501-943-0489 www.cityofbryant.com OPEN Fri Apr 5, Mon Apr 8, Tue Apr 9 Services Pet Adoptions and more T-Shirt Fundraiser & Sun Dogs Adoption Event Join us on the lawn to view the eclipse. We’ll even provide a dog to join you while you view! Adoptions are only $20.24 all day!
Downtown Benton Farmers Market will have their season kickoff on Saturday, April 6th. They plan to have food trucks and activities for the kids. OPEN Hours are 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Find the Farmers Market at Ashley and Main Streets in Benton. (map)
Eclipse Extravaganza – A unique event with outdoor booths, food and drinks combined with the excitement of witnessing a natural wonder. We will be providing free glasses to ensure that everyone can safely experience this rare occasion. Location is Another Man’s Treasure, 3050 S Reynolds Rd (HWY 183), Bauxite AR OPEN April 6, 10am – April 8, 3pm.
Eclipse Over The Saline. All day, each day, April 5-8 at Saline County Fair Grounds. Witness the rare and awe-inspiring event of Eclipse 2024. Bodiddle’s Beer Garden, Bbq Cook-Off, Steak Cook-Off, Camping Spots Available, Adult Whiffle Ball, Inflatables, Mechanical Bull… For More Information Contact [email protected]. 406 Fairfield Rd Benton, Arkansas. Double Rib Cookoff Entry Fees: RIB A: $100. RIB B: $100 Fri Apr 5th. Move In: Begins @ 3 pm Sat Apr 6th Cooks Meeting: 9 pm Judges Meeting: 12 pm Rib A Turn In: 2 pm Rib B Turn In: 6 pm Awards: 8 pm RIB COOK-OFF ASSOCIATION Complete Rules and Sign Up: www.ribcookoffassociation.com. Promoter: Bodiddle… 501-840-1743. Trailers Welcome. Food, lemonade, adult beverages and family friendly eclipse fun with Sip the Season, Bodiddle’s wine & spirits, Riverside Grocery, & Space Walk of Middle Arkansas. • 9 am to 10 pm • $5 admission • Kidsland is $10/day or $25/weekend
Solar Eclipse Family Fun Fest, presented by Marketplace Center Business Owners (Copper Mule Table + Tap, Coy’s Southern Eats, Donut NV, Crave Hot Dogs & BBQ, Realty One Group Pinnacle, Ferguson Properties). There will be Food, Drinks, Bouncy Houses, & Parking. OPEN Mon April 8th from 11:00-3:00pm. 107 Progress Way in Bryant, Ar.
Parking
ACDI – 403 North Main Street Benton, AR 72015 – ACDI is excited to offer exclusive parking passes to witness the historic event Mon Apr 8th, with all proceeds supporting Bright Futures Benton. Get details and reserve your spot now: https://page.acd-inc.com/acd-solar-eclipse-24
Bryant Animal Control & Adoption Center (Parking/Viewing/Pet Adoption Special) 25700 I-30 N, Bryant AR 72022 501-943-0489 www.cityofbryant.com OPEN Fri Apr 5, Mon Apr 8, Tue Apr 9 Services Pet Adoptions and more T-Shirt Fundraiser & Sun Dogs Adoption Event Join us on the lawn to view the eclipse. We’ll even provide a dog to join you while you view! Adoptions are only $20.24 all day!
JD/MERINDA Farms (Camping/Parking) 4510 Hwy 5, 5018402287 [email protected] OPEN Fri Apr 5, Sat Apr 6, Sun Apr 7, Mon Apr 8 Rentals, Fields of total eclipse gazers Camping/Parking holds a spot for Furtherest Traveler Award.
Natural State Market 303 N Main Street in Benton 501-430-1815 www.thenaturalstatemarket.com OPEN Fri Apr 5, Sat Apr 6, Mon Apr 8. Eco friendly, Arkansas made We are hosting a watch party with live music on the patio. Free to the public. Bring your own eclipse glasses. Ridgewalker Band will be performing 12-3. We’ll have patio games set up. Eclipse shirts are available for preorder.
River Center Free Parking (City of Benton Parks & Rec) – off I-30 exit 116 – Map
Sunset Lake Free Parking (City of Benton Parks & Rec) – off I-30 exit 116 – Map
Sharon Baptist Church 402 Shenandoah, Benton, Ar 72019, 5017784103 Sharon Baptist Benton https://www.sharonbaptistbenton.com/ OPEN Sun Apr 7, Mon Apr 8, Tue Apr 9 Free Parking Free parking. Free food.
Tyndall Park Free Parking (City of Benton Parks & Rec) – on East Sevier St., near Benton High School – Map
Water Users 620 Airlane Drive, Benton, Ar. 5017762212. OPEN Fri Apr 5, Tue Apr 9 Services, Water Company Parking lot is free to use but please do not block the automatic gate at the shop. We may need to get emergency equipment in and out.
Whitener Properties LLC., Eclipse parking / food truck vendor space spots available! Next to Arklatex & Hilltop RV & boat storage 5358 HWY 67 & I-30 S Srv Rd access, Benton, Ar. Call to reserve! 501-317-0526.
Restaurants
Blue Heaven 15228 Interstate 30 N, Benton, AR (501) 316-4008 Blue Heaven Benton www.blueheavenbenton.com OPEN Fri Apr 5, Sat Apr 6, Sun Apr 7, Mon Apr 8 -Outdoor Cookout Our field behind the restaurant will be open to customers wishing to watch the eclipse. We will be firing up our smoker.
Copper Mule Table & Tap 3348 Main St, Bryant, AR 72022 (501) 213-0379 coppermule.hrpos.heartland.us OPEN 11AM-9PM Daily except Mondays.
Niecy’s Restaurant will be open from 6am-until… Serving breakfast all day, and lunch and dinner options for as long as hungry folks keep coming in the door. 1016 W. South St, in Benton, next door to Finley’s Pharmacy.
Whole Hog Cafe 5309 Arkansas Hwy 5 N, Bryant Ar 501-653-2244 Whole Hog Cafe www.wholehogcafe.com OPEN Fri Apr 5, Sat Apr 6, Sun Apr 7, Mon Apr 8, Tue Apr 9 – Fast-casual Barbecue We will be open daily to serve you!
Retail
Retro Rose Records 113 E Sevier St. Benton, AR 72015 501-430-9222 Facebook.com/retrorose.benton • www.retrorose.online OPEN Fri Apr 5, Sat Apr 6, Sun Apr 7, Mon Apr 8, Tue Apr 9. Boutique VINYL RECORD STORE, Bonnie Tyler albums + glasses. Visit the coolest record store in town!
Another Man’s Treasure Flea Market 3050 S. Reynolds Rd., Bauxite, AR 501-557-5565. Facebook @Another Man’s Treasure Flea Market. OPEN Fri Apr 5, Sat Apr 6, Sun Apr 7, Mon Apr 8, Tue Apr 9. Retail Antiques, Treasures, Furniture and local breads & desserts. April 6th, 7th & 8th we will be having a Lunar Eclipse Outdoor Flea Market Sale. We will have special deals and discounts and hosting a festive atmosphere with food and drinks! Take advantage of exclusive discounts and promotions throughout the event. From vintage collectibles to handmade crafts. There will be something for everyone!
Natural State Market 303 N Main Street in Benton 501-430-1815 Facebook.com/NaturalStateMarket/ Thenaturalstatemarket.com Fri Apr 5, Sat Apr 6, Mon Apr 8. Eco friendly, Arkansas made We are hosting a watch party with live music on the patio. Free to the public. Bring your own eclipse glasses. Ridgewalker Band will be performing 12-3. We’ll have patio games set up. Eclipse shirts are available for preorder.
Olde Towne Benton 303 S East St, Benton, AR 72015 501-507-7510 Olde Towne Benton Oldetownebentonantiques.com Fri Apr 5, Sat Apr 6, Sun Apr 7, Mon Apr 8 – Flea Market, Antiques, & Collectibles Join us to celebrate being in the path of totality by shopping sales! Each dealer will have a different sale going in their booth! We have something for everyone. From toys, furniture, glassware, and unique hard to find items. Fresh popcorn will be popped all weekend! We will have eclipse glasses available for $2.50, while supplies last.
Shop Central Arkansas @ShopCentralArkansas ShopCentralArkansas.com. OPEN Fri Apr 5, Sat Apr 6, Sun Apr 7, Mon Apr 8, Tue Apr 9. Local Online Gift Shop Selling Eclipse Essentials We have THE color changing solar eclipse mugs in stock!
Strange Magic Gems 210 N. Reynolds Rd. in Bryant 5015516567 Www.Facebook.com/HappyAura.ar Strangemagicgems.com OPEN Fri Apr 5, Sat Apr 6, Sun Apr 7, Mon Apr 8 Retail Crystal & wellness shop Strange Magic Sunday : A Pop-Up Market on 4/7 from 11am-5pm. Featuring Happy Aura – Kirlian film photography, tarot & astrology readings, energy healers, vintage curators, local artists, sweet vegan treats, food truck, flower bar, yoga, and more! Free event! Happy Aura will be photographing the human energy field in the shop on 4/5 from 11:00am until 5:00pm.
The Corner Downtown 101 N. Main Street, Benton, AR 72015 5016803880 The Corner Downtown Www.thecornerdowntown.com Fri Apr 5, Sat Apr 6, Mon Apr 8, Tue Apr 9 Boutique, Women’s clothing, accessories & gifts 24% off to anyone mentioning seeing us on Social media or MySaline. Other specials going on in store all day. We will have free bottled water & cookies.
The Cotton Shed Vintage Market 22460 I-30 N, Bryant 5016532777 @cottonshedvintagemarket thecottonshedmarket.com OPEN Fri Apr 5, Sat Apr 6, Sun Apr 7, Mon Apr 8, Tue Apr 9 -Vintage mall From Friday April 5-Monday April 8, we’ll have lots of sales and special deals. Plus if you wear anything with a sun or moon on it, save 10% on one full priced item. On Monday we’re hosting “The Greatest Show Above Earth” with inflatables, food, games, and more from 11am-4pm. We’re open Mon-Sat 10-6 and Sun 12-6.
Down South Hat Co. Trucker Hat Studio 107 progress way, Bryant, AR In the Boutique & Suites building 501-766-2960 www.facebook.com/downsouthhatbar www.instagram.com/downsouthhatbar OPEN Fri Apr 5, Sat Apr 6, Mon Apr 8, Tue Apr 9 Custom Trucker Hats you can design 15% off Custom hats if you mention this. Your one-stop shop for custom hats that scream YOUR personality. Come explore our huge selection of patches – fun, funky, sports team, designer logos,slogans, boho-we have it ALL. Come grab a seat at the bar and create a one of a kind accessory to fit your personality – because your hat, YOUR rules!
Forever Fused Permanent Jewelry 107 progress way Suite 502, Bryant, AR. Inside Boutique & Suites 501-766-2960 https://www.facebook.com/Foreverfusedpermanentjewelry OPEN Fri Apr 5, Sat Apr 6, Mon Apr 8, Tue Apr 9 Permanent Jewelry bracelets, anklets necklaces Eclipse specials: 2 bracelets for $80 or 3 for $100
Hallie and Company Boutique 107 Progress Way Suite 501, Bryant, AR 5019125629 Hallie&Co. www.hallieandcompany.com OPEN Fri Apr 5, Sat Apr 6, Mon Apr 8, Tue Apr 9 Women’s Apparel/Accessories Special hours 11-3 on Monday the 8th! We are located in the Boutiques & Suites building
Services
Bodify Contouring & Coaching 107 Progress Way Suite 500, Bryant, AR 5013030943 Bodify Contouring inspiremetohealth.com OPEN Fri Apr 5, Mon Apr 8, Tue Apr 9 Body Contouring, Weight Loss 1/2 off body contouring packages. Come in for a free body scan
Bryant Vision Clinic 2213 N Reynolds Road, Bryant Ar 501-500-5213 Facebook @ Bryant Vision Clinic. Bryantvision.com. OPEN Fri Apr 5, Sat Apr 6, Tue Apr 9. We are a vision clinic we provide exams and eyewear. We have free eyeglasses for viewing.
Central Arkansas Inflatables 5017798433 Central Arkansas Inflatables. Centralarkansasinflatables.com OPEN Fri Apr 5, Sat Apr 6, Sun Apr 7, Mon Apr 8, Tue Apr 9 Rentals, Inflatable and party rentals 10 free pairs of solar eclipse glasses with each rental of an obstacle course.
JD/MERINDA Farms (Camping/Parking) 4510 Hwy 5 15018402287 [email protected] OPEN Fri Apr 5, Sat Apr 6, Sun Apr 7, Mon Apr 8 Rentals, Fields of total eclipse gazers Camping/Parking holds a spot for U Furtherest Traveler Award
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