Twilight at the Tower at Crooked River Lighthouse – Flower Moon
May 1 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
The Crooked River Lighthouse will be hosting Twilight at the Tower on Friday, May 1 from 7:00-10:00 pm ET in Carrabelle, FL. This special event invites visitors to enjoy after-hours museum visits, gift shop browsing, a glowing bonfire, tower climbs, and the gorgeous natural surroundings of St. George Sound and Carrabelle Beach as evening falls and the Flower moon rises. Admission is free. In celebration of the upcoming Mother’s Day, mothers can climb free at this event.
As the season of spring progresses, the days grow longer and the weather improves, inspiring plants everywhere to “spring forth” and blossom! By May, winter’s cold grip has loosened and many plants take the opportunity to produce flowers at this time. Due to this, May’s full Moon has traditionally been known as the “Flower Moon.” (Credit: The Old Farmer’s Almanac).
The Keeper’s House Museum will be open for after-hours tours featuring the lighthouse’s original Fresnel lens constructed in 1894 in Paris, France. The lighthouse gift shop will offer a variety of unique nautical gifts and souvenirs, and the Beacon Bistro will have delicious baked goodies, popcorn, hot chocolate, and s’more kits available by donation. A glowing bonfire will create a perfect atmosphere for folks to kick back, relax and enjoy the evening. As the sky shifts from watercolor hues to deep evening blues, visitors are welcome to bring a chair and unwind on the lighthouse grounds.
Visitors seeking an unforgettable experience can enjoy twilight tower climbs to the top of the tallest lighthouse on the Forgotten Coast. From the top, climbers will be treated to panoramic views of St. George Sound, Carrabelle Beach and the beautiful colors of the evening sky. Climb reservations are encouraged. Evening climbs are scheduled at 15-minute intervals and cost $10 for the public. Climbs are free for mothers, current members and those 12 and under with a ticketed adult. All climbers must be at least 44 inches tall. Climb reservations are available in the gift shop or online at crookedriverlighthouse.com/full-moon-events/.
Crooked River Lighthouse is located at 1975 Hwy 98, in Carrabelle. For details, visit crookedriverlighthouse.com or contact carrabellelighthouse@gmail.com or 850-697-2732. Funded in part by the Franklin County Tourist Development Council.
Crooked River Lighthouse
1975 Hwy 98 West
Carrabelle, FL 32322 + Google Map
(850) 697-2732