April 8th 2024 is a day Boone County will never forget. The total eclipse was an incredible experience that is very hard to put into words beyond “awesome” and “you had to be there!” We welcomed new friends from all over to our wonderful county and showed them the charm of our communities while they Got Mooned in Boone.
We’d like to thank all of the event organizers who put together activities over the eclipse weekend and on the big day to welcome our guests and show them what Boone County is all about. And if you visited us, thank you for stopping by! We truly hope you had a wonderful experience and that you come and visit us again soon.
The night before the Solar Eclipse, the Boone 4H Fairgrounds will come alive with a spectacular laser light show set to the powerful music of Pink Droyd, the Midwest’s premier Pink Floyd tribute band! Bask in waves of light, illuminating the powerful and melodic space rock music that can only be from Pink Floyd. TICKETS ON SALE NOW!
We had a great time recently checking out the new Farmers Bank Fieldhouse in Lebanon at their opening party! This 200,000 square foot athletic facility will be a great addition to Lebanon and to Boone County’s sports tourism. It offers up multiple indoor basketball courts, volleyball, pickleball, batting cages, weight room, and turf field.
This is a step in an exciting direction for that area of Lebanon just off the highway as it continues to develop in that area. At the opening, they discussed how this will bring more housing, restaurants, businesses and the aim to bring more hotels in that area for traveling athletes.
We look forward to welcoming athletes from near and far for years to come as they compete at this facility and discover Boone County!
As of today, February 3rd 2024, the Boone County Convention and Visitor’s Bureau turns 20! We’re so proud of how far we’ve come in those 20 years and we’re looking forward to furthering our mission for years to come. Today, we’ve also officially rebranded to Discover Boone County! This exciting step forward allows us to better market our county and our mission; welcoming people near and far to discover what makes our county so special.
As Boone County continues to grow and develop, we want to share just how wonderful our communities are. From small towns to growing events, we have so much to offer for those looking to get away for a weekend, plan a staycation, or get married. We’re going to have so much to share in the weeks ahead as we reintroduce people to our county and prepare for the eclipse on April 8th, but today we celebrate 20 years of growth and change.
2024 is truly going to be an exciting year full of innovation, content, and welcoming people to our county. Be sure to follow us on social media to keep up with events, activities, and more!
With less than 90 days until the total solar eclipse here in Boone County, it’s time to get your plans finalized! Here’s a quick guide to help you successfully Get Mooned In Boone on April 8th.
1. Find a Place to Stay
If you’re visiting from out of town, welcome! We’re excited to have you in our beautiful county for this incredible, celestial event. Given the amount of excitement around this momentous occasion, it’s important to book lodging as soon as possible. As our hotels continue to fill, check for Airbnb and Vrbo options as well!
Whether you’re visiting or a local resident, it’s important to find a good viewing area to experience the eclipse. Luckily, there are several community organized events across our county with loads of family friendly activities. All of these events are in ideal viewing areas to ensure you have a fun, safe viewing experience. The night before the eclipse, there will also be a laser light show with Pink Droyd, a Pink Floyd tribute band!
Science is fun! This is a great opportunity to read up on what an eclipse is, fun science facts, and grab some eclipse glasses for viewing the partial eclipse before and after the total eclipse. You can read more about the eclipse here and order glasses here.
We can hear the Viking drums calling us to Viking Fest this weekend in Whitestown! Prepare yourself for Viking-themed reenactors in full garb swinging their weapons, multiple Viking villages, stage entertainment, artisans selling crafted items, food, mead, inflatables, and more!
