Lunar eclipses happen when the moon, Earth, and sun align just so. The Earth casts a shadow that can partially or totally blot out the moon.

For the first time since November 2022, a total lunar eclipse will occur across most of the U.S. and the western hemisphere.

DALLAS — Get ready, North Texas! A total lunar eclipse is set to turn the moon a deep, eerie red late Thursday night into early Friday morning. If you’re a night owl or an early riser, make sure you go outside to check it out!