LANTERN FEST

2024 LANTERN FEST IS SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 9 FROM 6-10PM

Crooked River Lighthouse Hosts a Night of Magical History!

Glowing lanterns, music, dance and moonlit tower climbs bring magic and history together.

This year's Lantern Fest will be celebrated on Saturday, November 9, 2024 from 6-10 pm on the park grounds at Crooked River Lighthouse, 1975 Highway 98 West, Carrabelle Beach, FL. Our unique outdoor festival lights up the night with magic and history at the 1895 maritime landmark. Special activities include live music and dance, moonlit tower climbs, ancient craft demonstrations, enchanting glowing lantern display, museum displays, gift shop, and delicious food and desserts.

Killavil, the remarkably gifted Irish music trio, will be bringing their traditional Irish music to Lantern Fest. This award-winning group has been a part of the Irish music scene all over the U.S. and abroad.. 

The Tallahassee State College Dance Company will dazzle guests on the outdoor stage with their superb choreography, amazing talent and imaginative use of glow-in-the-dark props and illusions.

Celebrate with us at this unique birthday party as the Crooked River Lighthouse turns 129 years old!  

Support Crooked River Lighthouse and Lantern Fest , the most magical and unique festival in our area, by becoming a sponsor today! Your contribution will help cover vital costs like entertainment, production, and security.  Join us in creating an unforgettable event, and enjoy seeing your name featured in our publicity—act now and become a part of this enchanting experience! 

 

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Featuring a remarkably gifted Irish music trio, KILLAVIL!
This trio of gifted siblings—Michael, Rachel, and Dan Stribling—brings the spirit of traditional Irish music to life with their energetic and dance-worthy tunes. Michael enchants on the uilleann pipes, tin whistle, and flute; Rachel captivates on the fiddle; and Dan rounds out the group with his mastery of the Irish bouzouki, bodhrán, and piano. Having performed at festivals, clubs, and pubs across the U.S., Canada, England, and Ireland, Killavil is an award-winning band deeply dedicated to the rich traditions of Irish music. Don’t miss this chance to experience their lively and authentic performances.
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Jellyfish Lantern-Making Workshop

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Make the very popular Jellyfish Lanterns! These enchanting lanterns are highly admired at Lantern Fest and are fairly easy to make. Basic materials (colorful plastic bowls, bubble wrap, sheer fabrics and fairy lights), instruction and hands on help will be provided at the workshop. Attendees are invited to bring any additional materials they may like to really personalize their creations!  Participants will be able to explore their creative side and personalize their lantern to make it uniquely their own.

 

Star Lantern-Making Workshop

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Lantern Workshops participants are encouraged to bring their glowing creation to the Crooked River Lighthouse for Lantern Fest to add to the awesome display.

Funded in part by the Franklin County Tourist Development Council.  Special thanks to the City of Carrabelle.