The Crooked River Lighthouse will be hosting a special Full Moon Lighthouse Event on Sunday, March 20, 2022 (DATE CHANGE) from 6:00-10:00 pm in Carrabelle, FL. This special outdoor event will feature a delicious low country boil (served from 6:00-8:00 pm) followed by live music (8:00-10:00 pm). Visitors can enjoy this opportunity to see the gorgeous natural surroundings of the St. George Sound and Carrabelle Beach under the gorgeous evening sky. Admission for this special Full Moon event is $15 for adults / $8 for children (6-16) and must be purchased in advance. (Climbs are not included in this price at this special full moon event.)
Live music will be provided by the Rio Jazz Trio playing Blues, Ballads, Bebop and Bossanova. Guests can also visit the Museum and browse inside the Lighthouse Gift Shop for unique nautical gifts and souvenirs. Visitors can also relax next to the warm bonfire at the large fire pit (weather permitting). Bring a chair and enjoy the evening.
For this month’s special event, admission must be purchased in advance. Admission cost is $15 for adults and $8 for children (6-16) and includes the low country boil (served from 6:00-8:00 pm), live music (from 8:00-10:00 pm), glowing bonfire at the fire pit, and museum access. Admission can be paid online at https://www.crookedriverlighthouse.com/full-moon-climb/ or at the Crooked River Lighthouse Gift Shop.
In addition, some guests may also choose to enjoy evening tower climbs during this event. The climb to the top of the tallest Forgotten Coast lighthouse rewards climbers with breathtaking views of the bay. Climbers must be 44” tall. Due to the popularity of the Full Moon events, a climb timeslot reservation is required in advance and can be made by calling 850-697-2732. Climbers will pay the climb fee (adult $5, child $3) in the gift shop during the event.
A limited number of climbers (max of 7) are allowed at one time. There will be a time limit for viewing from the top. Guests who would like a more leisurely climbing experience are welcome to enjoy one of the daytime climbs available every Wednesday through Sunday. Masks are welcome but not required.
Please note: Due to expected thunderstorms, the Carrabelle Lighthouse Association has rescheduled this full moon event to Sunday, March 20th, 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. Those who have already pre-paid, the admission fee will automatically transfer to Sunday. Those who have already purchased admission and cannot attend on Sunday are welcome to either contribute the cost (or a portion) as a donation or request a refund. (The Carrabelle Lighthouse Association is a 501c3 non-profit.) Those guests who would like a refund are welcome to contact the Crooked River Lighthouse gift shop at CarrabelleLighthouse@gmail.com or (850) 697-2732 for information. The Carrabelle Lighthouse Association apologizes for any inconvenience but the safety of its visitors, volunteers and staff must take priority. 
Crooked River Lighthouse is located in Carrabelle, just west of the Carrabelle Public Beach Park at 1975 Hwy 98 W, Carrabelle. For more information, contact the Museum and Gift Shop at 850-697-2732, carrabellelighthouse@gmail.com or https://www.crookedriverlighthouse.com/. Funded in part by the Franklin County Tourist Development Council.