2024 LANTERN FEST
Crooked River Lighthouse Hosts a Night of Magical History!
Glowing lanterns, music, dance and evening tower climbs bring magic and history together.
This year's Lantern Fest was 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. Each year, our unique outdoor festival lights up the night with magic and history at the 1895 maritime landmark. Special activities include live music and dance, evening tower climbs, ancient craft demonstrations, enchanting glowing lantern display, museum displays, gift shop, and delicious food and desserts.
WE THANK EVERYONE WHO PARTICIPATED INCLUDING OUR 2024 ENTERTAINERS:
- 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.
- Internationally renowned zheng player Dr. Haiqiong Deng will perform on the 21-string Chinese gu-zheng, creating an enchanting experience. Dr. Deng will be joined by three members of the FSU Chinese Music Ensemble, one of the oldest in the U.S., for a special performance. Directed by Dr. Deng, the ensemble showcases traditional and folk music from China using instruments like the zheng, erhu, dizi, and hammered dulcimer, enriching Florida's cultural landscape for over two decades.
Support next year's Crooked River Lighthouse and Lantern Fest, the most magical and unique festival in our area, by becoming a sponsor! 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!
