Hundreds of couples got married during the solar eclipse. Photos show mass weddings featuring moon-themed cakes and protective glasses.

Tue, 04/09/2024 - 16:12

A bride and groom watch the solar eclipse — Lori Lycans and Tom Wissinger watch the eclipse at "Elope at the Eclipse" in Tiffin, Ohio, before getting married during totality.
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Many parts of the US experienced a total solar eclipse on Monday.
Towns in the eclipse's path of totality hosted wedding ceremonies during the event.
Couples in Ohio and Arkansas exchanged vows before the moon completely covered the sun.

A wedding day is always a special occasion, but for couples who got married during the total solar eclipse on April 8, the rare astronomical event added another level of excitement.