Lantern Fest 2026
November 14 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Crooked River Lighthouse Hosts a Night of Magical History
Glowing lanterns, music, dance and night tower climbs bring magic & history together.
Lantern Fest will be celebrated on Saturday, November 14, 2026 from 6-10 pm ET on the park grounds at Crooked River Lighthouse Park, 1975 Hwy 98 W, Carrabelle, FL. This unique, outdoor festival, best known for its stunning display of over a hundred colorful, hanging lanterns, lights up the night with magic and history at the 1895 maritime landmark. Special activities include live music, dance performances, evening tower climbs, ancient craft demonstrations, enchanting glowing lantern displays, museum exhibits, and delicious food and desserts.
Over a hundred colorful, hanging lanterns will be displayed around the lighthouse grounds. Many of these lanterns are works of art and have been painstakingly hand-made by the incredible Joan Matey and other gifted local artists. Guests will also enjoy keeper’s tales, the museum and gift shop, Fresnel lens, Lantern Ladies, and the Giant Moth. This unique birthday party honors the Crooked River Lighthouse’s 131st year with music, dance, night climbs, glowing lanterns and yummy food.
For more information, check out CrookedRiverLighthouse.com/Lantern-Fest/, email carrabellelighthouse@gmail.com or call (850) 697-2732. Funded in part by the Franklin County Tourist Development Council.
Credit: FOMO Photography
Crooked River Lighthouse
1975 Hwy 98 West
Carrabelle, FL 32322 + Google Map
(850) 697-2732