Twilight at the Tower & Moonlit Evening Events

Twilight at the Tower FRIDAY, MAY 1, 2026 - Flower Moon
Celebrate a Moonlit Evening at Crooked River Lighthouse
Join us at the Crooked River Lighthouse for Twilight at the Tower on Friday, May 1 from 7:00-10:00 pm ET with after-hours museum tours, gift shop browsing, tower climbs and a glowing bonfire under the beautiful rising Flower moon. This special after-hours event invites visitors to enjoy the gorgeous natural surroundings of St. George Sound and Carrabelle Beach as the golden sun sets below the horizon, and the evening sky darkens. 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. Evening climbs cost $10 for the general public and free for mothers, current members, and those 12 and under with a ticketed adult. Climbs are scheduled at 15-minute intervals and climbers and must be at least 44 inches tall. Climb tickets are available in the gift shop or by clicking the ticket image below

Twilight at the Tower SATURDAY, MAY 30, 2026 - Blue Moon
Celebrate a Moonlit Evening at Crooked River Lighthouse
Join us at the Crooked River Lighthouse for Twilight at the Tower on Saturday, May 30 from 7:00-10:00 pm ET with after-hours museum tours, gift shop browsing, tower climbs and a glowing bonfire under the beautiful rising Blue Moon. This special after-hours event invites visitors to enjoy the gorgeous natural surroundings of St. George Sound and Carrabelle Beach as the golden sun sets below the horizon, and the evening sky darkens. 
The phrase “Blue Moon” goes back hundreds of years. One of the earliest mentions was in a pamphlet in the 1500s that joked people would believe anything their minister told them—even that the Moon was blue. The phrase was meant to describe something obviously ridiculous. Today, we use “once in a blue moon” to describe something rare, and in astronomy it simply means an extra full moon in a cycle, most often the second full moon in one month.
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. Evening climbs are scheduled at 15-minute intervals. Climbers 12 and under are free with ticketed adults and must be at least 44 inches tall. Climb tickets are available in the gift shop or by clicking the ticket image below

Twilight at the Tower SUNDAY, JUNE 28, 2026 - Strawberry Moon
Celebrate a Moonlit Evening at Crooked River Lighthouse
Join us at the Crooked River Lighthouse for Twilight at the Tower on Sunday, June 28 from 7:00-10:00 pm ET with after-hours museum tours, gift shop browsing, tower climbs and a glowing bonfire under the beautiful rising Strawberry Moon. This special after-hours event invites visitors to enjoy the gorgeous natural surroundings of St. George Sound and Carrabelle Beach as the golden sun sets below the horizon, and the evening sky darkens. 
June’s full Moon has traditionally been called the Strawberry Moon by Native American Algonquian tribes that live in the northeastern United States as well as the Ojibwe, Dakota, and Lakota peoples to mark the ripening of “June-bearing” strawberries that are ready to be gathered.” (Credit: 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. Evening climbs are scheduled at 15-minute intervals. Climbers 12 and under are free with ticketed adults and must be at least 44 inches tall. Climb tickets are available in the gift shop or by clicking the ticket image below

ABOUT MOONLIT EVENING EVENTS

Enjoy this opportunity to see the gorgeous natural surroundings of the St. George Sound and Carrabelle Beach under the glow of the rising moon. Take an after-hours tour of the Keeper’s House Museum and visit the exhibit for the lighthouse’s original, historic Fresnel lens. Browse inside the Lighthouse Gift Shop for unique nautical gifts and souvenirs.  Chill by the glowing bonfire in the park (weather permitting). Bring a chair and enjoy the evening with us.

At the Moonlit Evening events, evening climbs are also available for those brave souls who are bold enough to venture to the top of the tallest Forgotten Coast lighthouse. Climbers will be rewarded with breathtaking views of the bay.  All climbers must be at least 44 inches tall. There will be a time limit for viewing from the top. Tickets are required for those who wish to climb the lighthouse tower during this event. Tickets are available by dropping by our gift shop or online. Advance purchase is strongly suggested as slots may sell out.

Guests who would like a more leisurely climbing experience are welcome to enjoy one of the daytime climbs available every Wednesday through Sunday.

Funded in part by the Franklin County Tourist Development Council.