The conference, organized by the City Council of Castelló, is part of the special programming for the total solar eclipse scheduled for August 12, 2026. The high attendance confirms the public's interest in educational activities about this exceptional astronomical phenomenon, which will make the city one of the privileged locations for its observation.

The Councilor for Tourism, Arantxa Miralles, highlighted the success of the event, stating that "the presence of figures like Rafael Bachiller and the public's response demonstrate that Castellón knows how to connect science, education, and tourism around a historic event." Miralles emphasized that "the Planetarium is consolidating itself as a reference space and a meeting point to learn and experience astronomy in an open and accessible way," and insisted on the city's commitment to preparing for the eclipse.

The total solar eclipse of August 12, 2026, will position Castelló as one of the best observation points in Spain, especially from the beaches of El Grau. This situation is generating significant scientific, tourist, and public anticipation, driving a specific program that combines education, educational activities, and observation proposals.

The "Saturdays of the Eclipse" series will continue on June 13 with the conference "What Eclipses Taught Us," given by Héctor Socas, a researcher at the Canary Islands Institute of Astrophysics.

Over the coming months, the Planetarium will host solar observation sessions, educational activities for families and schools, and the premiere of the immersive production "3ECLIPSE." Additionally, the "Little Astronomer's Kit" continues to be distributed among schoolchildren, and the registration process for eclipse volunteers is open.