Events

In commemoration of Black History Month, the Camp Gordon Johnston Museum will present a special exhibit to honor our country’s African-American Servicemen. This exhibit will focus on the 473rd, one of the Black Amphibious Truck Companies that served at Camp Gordon Johnston during World War II, as well as go into more depth on the…

Join us for the Carrabelle Culture Crawl on Saturday, February 11, 2023, 10 am to 3 pm. This cultural event is a free celebration of amazing local culture, art, music, history, food, and fun in the heart of downtown Carrabelle.  This is a wonderful opportunity to add a bit more fun as you experience the…

Darryl Tookes, Vocalist Jazz Ballads & songs from the American Jazz Songbook for A Valentine Special The collaboration of exceptional music and stunning art in continues at the historic Rio Carrabelle with the return of the music series on Saturday, February 11 at 7:30 pm. Rio Carrabelle will be delighted to feature composer, pianist and…

After a full house for the first session, the Carrabelle Branch of the Franklin County Public Libraries continues its exciting writers’ series entitled, “Pen to Paper” with two fascinating programs in February. The first February program will be held on Monday, February 13, at 2:00 pm and will feature Sidsel 'Sid' McOmie and Michael Llado-Davila.…

Every 1st, 3rd and 5th Saturday from 9 am -1 pm.  The open-air market, at the foot of the lighthouse, features local vendors from the community on hand with perfect gifts and goodies like fresh roasted coffee, delicious baked goods including cinnamon rolls and artisan breads, gorgeous art and photography, handcrafted balms and soaps, handmade…

The Friends of Franklin County Public Libraries will be hosting a second Souper Celebration: Soup, Bread & Book Sale at the Carrabelle Branch Library, 311 St. James Avenue, on Saturday, February 18, 2023, from 10 am- 2pm with delicious homemade soups, freshly baked artisan breads and baked goods, vintage books, live music, art and more.…

Apalachicola Mardi Gras Barkus Parade & Street Festival Saturday, February 25, 2023 Riverfront Park 11:00-4:00 Parade at 1:00 Grateful Dogs… a celebration of peace, love, and dogs. Tie dye, rock and roll, hippies Come and celebrate Mardi Gras Apalach style with a street festival and parade of costumed folks and their dogs! The 12th Annual…

After a full house for the first session, the Carrabelle Branch of the Franklin County Public Libraries continues its exciting writers’ series entitled, “Pen to Paper” with two fascinating programs in February. On Monday, February 27 at 2:00 pm, the library will feature Pat Duggan and Robin Hilton. The Carrabelle Branch Library is located at…

Every 1st, 3rd and 5th Saturday from 9 am -1 pm.  The open-air market, at the foot of the lighthouse, features local vendors from the community on hand with perfect gifts and goodies like fresh roasted coffee, delicious baked goods including cinnamon rolls and artisan breads, gorgeous art and photography, handcrafted balms and soaps, handmade…

The Crooked River Lighthouse will be hosting a Full Moon Lighthouse Climb on Tuesday, March 7, 2023 from 7:00-9:00 pm in Carrabelle, FL. Visitors can enjoy this opportunity to see the gorgeous natural surroundings of the St. George Sound and Carrabelle Beach under the glow of the rising moon. Gifted musical trio, “Boats A Rock'n”…

Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum is celebrating the 28th Annual Camp Gordon Johnston Day Parade on Saturday, March 11, 2023 starting at 10:45 am ET in Carrabelle, FL. This parade is planned especially to honor our country’s remaining WWII veterans as well as recognize and salute all veterans from WWII to present. All veterans, their…

Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum announces the return of its Dice Run on Saturday, March 11, 2023 in Carrabelle, FL as part of the 28th Annual Camp Gordon Johnston Day events. The Camp Gordon Johnston Dice Run will take place immediately following the CGJ Veterans Parade and is a much-needed fundraiser to support the museum’s…