Solar eclipse (total solar eclipse)
Wednesday 12th August, 2026
A total solar eclipse will occur on August 12, 2026, when the Moon completely obscures the Sun along a narrow path of totality that crosses parts of the Arctic, Greenland, Iceland, Portugal and Spain; surrounding regions will see a partial eclipse. The event will produce minutes of daytime darkness along the path and is expected to generate significant public, scientific and tourism interest.
Why have we flagged this?
A total solar eclipse offers a creative, family-friendly campaign angle (build-a-eclipse kits, viewing guides, STEM content) and reactive PR around viewing safety and travel, but ties to Lego are thematic rather than intrinsic.
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