The fall and spring equinoxes, the seasons, and the changing length of daylight hours throughout the year are all due to one fact: Earth spins on a tilted axis. The tilt — possibly caused by a massive object hitting Earth billions of years ago — means that for half the year, the North Pole is pointed toward the sun (as in the picture below). For the other half of the year, the South Pole gets more light. It’s why we have seasons. During the equinox, the sun is exactly at the middle of the earth’s tilt – right above the equator. It’s the day when the earth officially moves from a warmer Northern Hemisphere to a warmer Southern Hemisphere.
2) How many hours of daylight will we get on Tuesday?
Equinox literally means “equal night.” And during the equinox, most places on Earth will see approximately 12 hours of daylight and 12 hours of night. But not every place will experience the exact same amount of daylight. The differences are due to how the sunlight gets refracted (bent) as it enters Earth’s atmosphere at different latitudes. In Denver, we will see 12 hours and 8 minutes of daylight.
3) Can I balance an egg on the equinox?
Maybe you’ve heard that, on the equinox, it’s easier to balance an egg vertically on a flat surface than on other days of the year. According to the South China Morning Post, “The theory goes that at this time of year, the moon and earth are in exactly the right alignment, the celestial bodies generating the perfect balance of forces needed to make it possible.” This is a myth. The answer is, yes, you can balance an egg on its end on the equinox, or on any day of the year – if you’re good at balancing things.
4) Are there equinoxes on other planets?
Yes! All the planets in our solar system rotate on a tilted axis and therefore have seasons. Some of these tilts are minor (like Mercury, which is tilted at 2.11 degrees). But others are more like the Earth (23.5 degrees) or are even more extreme (Uranus is tilted 98 degrees!).
5) Why does the equinox move to different days?
Because the earth actually takes 365.25 days to get around the sun, we have to add a year every four years. When we add a year, the equinox gets pushed BACK to September 22, and gradually makes its way forward to September 23 again – until the next leap year.
6) What is the equiliux?
The equilux (“equal light”, meaning the day that we get 12 hours of light exactly) will be on September 25 in Denver.
7) What should I do on the Equinox?
You should visit EscapeWorks with your friends! What better day to enjoy a challenge in our Egyptian Tomb room than the first day of fall? And – use code SEPTSAVE and get 20% off (good through Friday at 3PM).
We had such a great time in the escape room. Our Game Master, Sean, was really great. He was friendly, helpful, and informative. We did the Casino Heist room which was really challenging, but we all had a blast!
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Debbie G.
5/07/2024
We had such a great time in the escape room. Our Game Master, Sean, was really great. He was friendly, helpful, and informative. We did the Casino Heist room which was really challenging, but we all had a blast!
Tami C.
4/30/2024
What fun!! The four of us did a somewhat challenging Vampire Hunter room(s). The challenges varied from easy to hard for us personally. Matt, our game master, did have to give us a couple suggestions but we killed the vampire with almost four minutes to spare. I would go back and try another room for another fun experience. Thanks Matt. Highly recommended!
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Tami C.
4/30/2024
What fun!! The four of us did a somewhat challenging Vampire Hunter room(s). The challenges varied from easy to hard for us personally. Matt, our game master, did have to give us a couple suggestions but we killed the vampire with almost four minutes to spare. I would go back and try another room for another fun experience. Thanks Matt. Highly recommended!
Stephanie O.
4/29/2024
We came from California and we love doing escape rooms. The escape room we tried out was the speakeasy one and we were really impressed! I would definitely come back and I highly recommend trying out the speakeasy game! Our game master Jake j. Was super awesome!
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Stephanie O.
4/29/2024
We came from California and we love doing escape rooms. The escape room we tried out was the speakeasy one and we were really impressed! I would definitely come back and I highly recommend trying out the speakeasy game! Our game master Jake j. Was super awesome!
Tiffany S.
4/23/2024
Escapeworks is a must-visit for anyone seeking an exhilarating and immersive escape room experience. From the moment you step inside, you're transported into a world of mystery and intrigue. The attention to detail in the room designs is impressive, and the puzzles are cleverly crafted to challenge and engage participants of all skill levels. The staff are friendly and passionate about creating memorable experiences, adding to the overall enjoyment of the adventure. Whether you're a seasoned escape room enthusiast or a first-timer, Escapeworks promises an unforgettable journey full of excitement and teamwork.
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Tiffany S.
4/23/2024
Escapeworks is a must-visit for anyone seeking an exhilarating and immersive escape room experience. From the moment you step inside, you're transported into a world of mystery and intrigue. The attention to detail in the room designs is impressive, and the puzzles are cleverly crafted to challenge and engage participants of all skill levels. The staff are friendly and passionate about creating memorable experiences, adding to the overall enjoyment of the adventure. Whether you're a seasoned escape room enthusiast or a first-timer, Escapeworks promises an unforgettable journey full of excitement and teamwork.
Leilani O.
4/23/2024
We’ve done almost every room at EscapeWorks Denver and it’s always a blast. The latest Vampire Hunter room is probably my favorite room they’ve ever had. The staff is awesome and always nice/helpful, and the rooms are so creative and detailed. Highly recommend!
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Leilani O.
4/23/2024
We’ve done almost every room at EscapeWorks Denver and it’s always a blast. The latest Vampire Hunter room is probably my favorite room they’ve ever had. The staff is awesome and always nice/helpful, and the rooms are so creative and detailed. Highly recommend!
RM
4/08/2024
Came with some friends & their niece for her birthday & can say we had a fantastic time!! It was our first escape room & we did the Egyptian tomb. Jake was our guide & he was so awesome. We probably stressed Jake out cause of how dramatic we were being but he made it a fun experience & was super helpful. Will definitely be coming back to try the other rooms!!!
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RM
4/08/2024
Came with some friends & their niece for her birthday & can say we had a fantastic time!! It was our first escape room & we did the Egyptian tomb. Jake was our guide & he was so awesome. We probably stressed Jake out cause of how dramatic we were being but he made it a fun experience & was super helpful. Will definitely be coming back to try the other rooms!!!
Sandi Y.
4/03/2024
Helen was great. She gave us a few clues when we got stuck but she never really told us the answer. We did it with only 2 minutes to spare. So much fun. My only recommendation is to let people know there is no elevator in case someone is coming who can't do steps. Thanks so much! I highly recommend this escape room!
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Sandi Y.
4/03/2024
Helen was great. She gave us a few clues when we got stuck but she never really told us the answer. We did it with only 2 minutes to spare. So much fun. My only recommendation is to let people know there is no elevator in case someone is coming who can't do steps. Thanks so much! I highly recommend this escape room!
Frankie M.
4/02/2024
My kid and I were in town killing time before an airplane ride. We did the vampire room and It was difficult and we didn't finish by only one puzzle. When they showed us the next puzzle - we would of never gotten it
The staff was friendly , helpful and patient. Would recommend to anyone in Denver.
I should add we were a walk in and they were extremely accommodating
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Frankie M.
4/02/2024
My kid and I were in town killing time before an airplane ride. We did the vampire room and It was difficult and we didn't finish by only one puzzle. When they showed us the next puzzle - we would of never gotten it
The staff was friendly , helpful and patient. Would recommend to anyone in Denver.
I should add we were a walk in and they were extremely accommodating
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