How to see the near-total lunar eclipse Thursday night

Support WBUR How to see the near-total lunar eclipse Thursday night On Thursday, the moon will glow red as a near-total lunar eclipse passes over North America, Europe and Africa. U.S. East Coast residents will have the chance to see a 96% lunar eclipse soon after midnight. Host Robin Young speaks with Kelly Beatty of Sky & Telescope about how to tune in for the best crimson views. This segment aired on August 27, 2026.