In case you haven't heard, a total solar eclipse is crossing North America on April 8. The moon will completely block the sun, turning daylight into darkness. Texas is going to be one of the best places in the U.S. to see it, because the sky will remain dark for the longest period of time - somewhere between 3 to 4 minutes.

You could watch it from the comfort of your own home, but venues around Dallas-Fort Worth are stepping up, and there's no shortage of places ready to play host, from hotels to public parks to restaurant parking lots.

In DFW, the partial eclipse will begin at 12:23 pm and end at 3:02 pm. Totality will last from about 1:40 - 1:44 pm, depending on location.

Here our list of every eclipse watch opportunity in Dallas-Fort Worth. (Events are on April 8 unless otherwise noted.)

Addison Circle Park. Visit Addison is hosting a family-friendly event at the public park, where a limited number of free eclipse glasses will be available. There will be yoga, live music by the band Extended Play, and food trucks on site. Free. 10 am-4 pm.

Bill Allen Memorial Park. Community park in The Colony will have a viewing party featuring eclipse-themed science exhibits, an art exhibit, and a progressive rock performance from the band Girls on Bikes. Free. 11 am-3 pm.

Birdcall. Chicken sandwich chain will host viewing parties in the parking lots of all its Texas locations. From April 2-8, they’ll offer a special “Totality Shake” (vanilla base with black tahini and Oreo crumbles) that comes with a pair of solar eclipse viewing glasses, while supplies last. Free. Around 1:40 pm. Carrollton 469-896-0050, Frisco 325-229-5551, Richardson 469-903-0007.

Calloway’s Nursery. Gardening retail chain will host family-friendly watch parties at all 22 of its DFW locations. They’ll include complimentary eclipse glasses, goody bags, and kids crafts. Free. 1 pm-2 pm.

The Circle Bar. Rooftop bar at Emilia’s is hosting a social hour with specialty cocktails and live music following the eclipse. Complimentary eclipse glasses will be available starting at 1 pm. Social hour starts at 2 pm. 817-661-1855.

The Constellation Club. Irving social club will offer a lunch buffet and complimentary eclipse glasses. $25. 11 am-2 pm. 972-869-2266.

Cotton Bowl Stadium. Fair Park stadium will host a family-friendly educational experience with solar and space experts including famous astrophysicist Neil DeGrasse Tyson and scientists from NASA, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, and the National Science Foundation. Free with registration required. 9:30 am-2 pm. 214-670-8400.

Fish City Grill and Half Shells. Seafood chain is offering drink specials and complimentary eclipse glasses at all DFW locations. 11 am-3 pm.

Fort Worth Botanic Garden. A free viewing party will take place outside the Garden Center where their North and South vistas offer unobstructed views of the sky. Activities include solar eclipse bingo, community science with members of their research team, Pinhole Viewer Construction, and Shadow Tracing. Lighthouse for the Blind of Fort Worth will have special activities for the visually impaired. Bring a blanket or folding chair. Solar eclipse glasses will be on sale for $3. 10 am-3 pm.

Fort Worth Museum of Science and History. Free party on the front lawn. Blankets and folding chairs are allowed. You can also purchase general admission tickets at The Museum for activities such as building a Pinhole Eclipse Viewer, creating a Sun Print, making an Astronaut souvenir, Sunshine Shenanigans, and Chalk Art. Staff will be on hand from the Noble Planetarium and a performance by the U.S. Navy Band Brass Quintet before and after the moment of totality. Solar eclipse glasses will be on sale for $3. 10 am-3 pm.

Grandscape. Spectators can watch the eclipse at Grandscape’s Topo Chico Hard Seltzer Stage & Lawn with music and complimentary eclipse glasses. Free. 12 noon-2 pm. 972-668-2222.

Great Wolf Lodge. Water park and resort’s viewing party will feature music, eclipse-themed food and drinks, complimentary eclipse viewing glasses, and eclipse-themed crafts and games. Open to resort guests only. 800-693-9653.

Hotel Drover. Hotel in the Fort Worth Stockyards will have live music, themed treats and cocktails, and Hotel Drover-branded eclipse glasses. 12-3 pm. 817-755-5557.

Hotel Vin, Autograph Collection. Grapevine hotel will host a “Lunar Lunch” event in their outdoor wine yard, with champagne and eclipse viewing glasses. $102. 11:30 am-1:45 pm. 817-796-9696.

Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar. All DFW locations will offer a 15 percent discount on dine-in orders when customers use the code word “Eclipse.” Patrons may also view the eclipse from Lazy Dog’s patios, which are built around a fire pit and lounge area. All day. Arlington 682-276-7300, Euless 682-738-0861.

Levitt Pavilion Arlington. Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts in downtown Arlington is hosting "Total Eclipse of the Park," a free event with DJ, food trucks, and free solar eclipse glasses for the first 3,000 guests. Open seating on the lawn; bring blankets and lawn chairs. You also can bring your own food and coolers with beverages, including alcohol, but no glass containers. 11 am-3 pm. 817-543-4308.

Live! by Loews - Arlington. Hotel will host a viewing party from its pool deck, featuring cocktails, live music, and complimentary eclipse glasses. Open to hotel guests only. 11:30 am-3:30 pm. 682-277-4900.

Loop 9 BBQ. Grand Prairie barbecue joint will offer complimentary eclipse glasses and specials such as pulled pork or chopped brisket sliders for $4, chips and queso for $4, prime brisket quesadillas for $5, brisket tacos for $6, and loaded fries for $6. Drink specials will include $4 Lone Star pints, $5 Shiner and Michelob Ultra pints, and $6 margaritas. 469-789-5182.

Mesa Mezcal. Restaurant at the Westin Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas will host "Cocktails & Cosmic Conversations" features cocktails and a chat about the mysteries of the solar eclipse and cosmos wonderment with a lecture and Q&A by an astronomer from the Carnegie Institution for Science, facilitated by the Perot Museum of Nature & Science. April 7, 5-7 pm. Tickets are $15. 972-505-2900.

Peace Plaza in Grapevine. VIP Solar Eclipse Party in historic downtown Grapevine includes live music, artist Marisa Jean live-painting, stilt walkers, tote bag, food and beverage vouchers to be redeemed in Harvest Hall. Tickets are $100 to $275. 11 am-3 pm.

Reunion Tower. Spectators can view the eclipse from the lawn of Dallas' Reunion Tower. Food vendors such as Dog With No Name, Ruthie’s Rolling Cafe and Chick-fil-A will be on-site. The first 1,000 people will receive complimentary solar eclipse glasses and vouchers to visit the tower’s GeO-Deck post-eclipse. Free. 10 am-2 pm. 214-296-9950.

Rooftop Cinema Club Fort Worth. Outdoor movie theater at the Worthington Hotel will host an evening screening of A Star is Born, with a concession-style menu of pretzels, hot dogs, pulled pork tacos, and nachos. 18+. $19-$26.

The Sound at Cypress Waters. Join The Sound at Cypress Waters for "Total Eclipse of The Sound," the ultimate total solar eclipse watch party. They'll provide complimentary eclipse glasses for a safe and unforgettable viewing experience, plus free cookies. You read that right: FREE COOKIES. 11 am-3 pm.

Southfork Ranch. Event venue in Parker will host Eclipse & Sip, featuring complimentary eclipse glasses, $20 lunch boxes, and a cash bar with themed cocktails. Outside food and drinks are not allowed. Free with reservation. 11:30 am-2 pm. 972-442-7800.

Stewart Creek Park. Public park in The Colony will have themed crafts and activities, giveaways, food vendors, yard games, and viewing stations for the eclipse. Free. 12:30 pm-2:30 pm.

Totality Dallas at Samuell Farm. Mesquite farm will host a family-friendly eclipse-weekend festival with a drone show, outdoor movie feature, educational activities, and food trucks. $5 per day. Sunday 10 am-10 pm, Monday 9 am-5 pm. 214-670-8740.

Trinity Park Conservancy. Family-friendly event at the Trinity River in Dallas with astronomy experts, music, games, contests, and crafts at the Ron Kirk Pedestrian Bridge & Felix Lozada Gateway. The first 3,000 people will receive free eclipse glasses. Free. 12 noon-2 pm. 214-740-1616.

Westin Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas. Solar Eclipse Sip ‘n See includes a day pass access to heated pool, hot tub, towel service, and a Solar Eclipse watch party with protective eyewear, themed food, and cocktails for sale, plus an appearance by local astrologer and numerologist Karen Love who will talk about the significance of the solar event. $25, all ages. 11 am-3 pm. 972-505-2900.

Woodshed Smokehouse. Tim Love's riverfront restaurant will host a solar eclipse watch party, featuring three eclipse-themed cocktails and views of the sky from their outdoor patio. Grab your seat when they open at 11 am.