Everything You Need to Know About the February 2026 Solar Eclipse Key Takeaways The February 17, 2026 eclipse will be an annular solar eclipse, which is when the moon covers most of the sun. Most of the path of annularity (where the ring of fire is most visible) will be over remote regions of East Antarctica. Partial visibility regions include Antarctica, parts of South Africa, the southern tips of Chile and Argentina, Madagascar, and Mauritius. Buy certified-safe eclipse supplies at Rainbow Symphony. The February 2026 solar eclipse is close on the horizo...

Part 2: How to Watch the Great North American Total Solar Eclipse 2024 Wondering where, when, and how to watch the solar eclipse? You’ve come to the right place! In our intro to the solar eclipse 2024, we provided the basics you need to know. Now, we’re going to dive a bit deeper and help you plan an unforgettable experience, whether you’re spectating from your backyard, planning a cross-country adventure, or hosting a viewing event. Follow these six tips to make the most out of the Great North American Total Solar Eclipse! 1. Make Your Plans Early Because this ...

How Does Glow-in-the-Dark Work? How does glow-in-the-dark work? Like many natural phenomena associated with light and color, it’s easy to forget that there’s science happening behind the scenes—not magic! In fact, learning about glow-in-the-dark science only makes you appreciate how magical our universe really is. So, how do glow-in-the-dark stickers work? Get the facts here! What Is Phosphorescence? Phosphorescence is the process that causes stickers and other items to glow. Phosphors are solid materials that cause phospho...

Back-to-School Science Teaching Supplies: Using Interactive, Fun Science Tools for Kids Our science tools for kids make learning both fun and effective. The best educators know that memorizing facts isn’t enough to keep students engaged. Using hands-on science teaching supplies sparks their curiosity and awakens their sense of wonder. One experiment can change a child’s life—you could inspire the next Einstein! The simple truth is that a lot of the educational science supplies and lessons out there don’t get children genuinely excited. For many students (yours truly included), s...

Tracing the History of Solar Eclipses & 3 Noteworthy Celestial Events of the Past The history of eclipses begins long before humans ever existed to witness them. There have been many records of ancient solar eclipses over the millennia, starting with rock carvings called petroglyphs that were made by primitive cave dwellers. While eclipses are still breathtaking events today, we know why and how they occur. Imagine the astonishment, awe, confusion, and fear the early humans must have felt so long ago when day abruptly turned to night and the sun turned black with a brillia...

4 Unique Valentine’s Day Gifts Ideas Key Takeaways Rainbow window film and suncatchers fill your Valentine’s room with gorgeous rainbows. Personalized holographic stickers are the perfect companion Valentine’s gift for decorating the space. Custom vinyl decals can be tucked into a Valentine’s Day card or used to personalize other unique gifts. For special Valentine's Day card ideas, design a decoder greet that reveals a hidden message when viewed with special glasses or a spyglass. From rainbow-making Valentine's Day w...

Enhance the Haunted House Experience With Light Show Glasses We have 3D light glasses to make this year’s Halloween a boOoOo-tiful and terror-ific experience! Take your haunted house’s thrills and chills to the next level with our eye-popping RainbowDepth™ Color Shift 3D Glasses. These spook-tacular spectacles allow you to really get creative with your Hallow’s Eve decorating. Create a magical, multidimensional dreamland…or a spine-tingling nightmareland, if you prefer! Shifting Colors Creates Uncanny Visual Effects RainbowDepth™ Color Shift 3D Glass...

Mother's Day Gift Guide: 3 Creative Gifts for Mom Turn your imagination into a tangible token of affection with our creative Mother's Day gift ideas! While the usual sweet treats and blooming bouquets are always appreciated, unique presents tailored to her interests and personality really show her how much you care. Rainbow Symphony is a one-stop shop for all sorts of thoughtful gifts, many that can be personalized to perfection. From breathtaking rainbow-centric decor to one-of-a-kind magnets and stickers, there’s an abundance of speci...

How to Make Your Own Holographic Chocolate View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rainbow Symphony (@rainbowsymphony) Imagine a piece of yummy chocolate with a smooth surface that shines in all the colors of the rainbow. It’s not make-believe. It’s called iridescent chocolate, or sometimes holographic chocolate, or rainbow chocolate — and you can make it yourself! This recipe is perfect for parents and teachers, and it makes for a fun (and edible!) science experiment. It takes less than half an hour, a...

7 Cool Holiday Party Favors for Christmas & New Year's Eve Celebrate the holiday season with Christmas party favors and New Year's Eve party favors from Rainbow Symphony! We offer a wide selection of unique novelties, including ready-to-ship and customizable products with a focus on science, art, design, and the study of light and color. Whether you’re stuffing stockings for a family get-together or filling swag bags for a corporate event, we have the goodies you need to take your holiday festivities to the next level. Here are 7 awesome holiday ...

3 Unique Suncatchers to Create Rainbows Our rainbow suncatcher stickers are just what you need to transform any space with windows into a breathtaking wonderland of color! Simply stick our holographic sheets or decals to any window that receives direct sunlight, and watch in awe as the room comes alive with dancing rainbows. We’re thrilled to bring you a wide variety of designs, so be sure to explore all of our rainbow suncatchers. Here are three of our favorites! 1. The Gem Series Gems and rainbows are a match made in heaven! Our ...

Unique Stocking Stuffers: Creative Christmas Gift Guide From awe-inspiring rainbow glasses to magical holiday suncatchers, Rainbow Symphony is your one-stop-shop for all sorts of unique stocking stuffers and creative Christmas gifts for all ages! Fun and educational, our captivating products showcase the wonder of science, art, color, and light. Discover an eclectic collection of festive, fascinating curiosities the whole family can enjoy together. Here are some awesome gift ideas for everyone on your nice list! Rainbow & Fireworks Glasses ...

The Year of Supermoons: Everything You Need to Know About Them If you’re interested in learning all about the supermoons 2022 has in store, you’ve come to the right place! In addition to two supermoons, you’ll also be able to catch two blood supermoons in 2022. The supermoon phenomenon is so exciting for anyone who appreciates celestial wonders, so mark your calendar for these dates: Strawberry Moon on June 14 Buck Moon on July 13 Flower Moon on May 16 Sturgeon Moon on August 12 Frosty Moon on November 8 Let’s take an in-depth look at supermoons, b...

How to Prepare for the Annular Eclipse Coming in 2023 If you’re excited for the upcoming 2023 solar eclipse, you’re not alone! The last annular eclipse that was visible in the U.S. was on May 20, 2012, so this is a huge celestial occasion. Now is the time to mark October 14, 2023 on your calendar and start preparing for the event. Whether you’re hosting a viewing party with your friends and family, your employees, or any of your fellow skygazers who decide to show up, our custom solar eclipse glasses will allow you to view the incredible specta...

The Coolest Nebulae in the Milky Way The Milky Way galaxy is home to our Earth, our Solar System, and plenty of other celestial wonders, including some seriously cool nebulae! Of course, the coolest nebula in the Milky Way depends on who you ask, so we recommend taking the time to learn about them. For this blog post, we’ve chosen to highlight the Eagle Nebula. Read on to discover why the Eagle Nebula is so neat! What Are Nebulae? Before we get into specific nebulae, it’s important that you understand what they are. To put it si...

Fireworks Glasses to Celebrate 4th of July in Style Take this year’s Independence Day events to the next level with our jaw-dropping 4th of July glasses! Watching fireworks shows is a classic tradition, and our fireworks diffraction glasses let you view them like never before. Treat yourself, your friends and family, co-workers, and event attendees to a dazzling experience they’ll never forget. What Are Diffraction Glasses? To put it simply, Fireworks Glasses are like prisms you can wear on your eyes! The special lenses diffract the light, tra...