Apalach Ghost Tour
2023-10-23 20:00 - 21:30, 2023-10-25 20:00 - 21:30, 2023-10-27 20:00 - 21:30, 2023-10-30 20:00 - 21:30, 2023-11-01 20:00 - 21:30, 2023-11-03 20:00 - 21:30, 2023-11-06 20:00 - 21:30, 2023-11-08 20:00 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | Apalachicola
Take a paranormal ghost tour of downtown Apalachicola and see if any ghosts still roam the streets. Your ghostly guide will tell you local ghost stories all while using real ghost hunting equipment to see if any spirits are still around. Select tour goers and volunteers will get to use EMF detectors, and other ghost hunting equipment at select locations on the tour. Bring your positive energy and let’s try to say “hello” to the ghosts of Apalachicola. The tour will begin in front of the Chamber of Commerce which is located at 17 Avenue E next to the Dixie Theatre and may last up to 90-minutes. Get tickets at: ApalachGhostTour.com
Tickets: $15 and $5 for kids 3 to 12 years old. Infants to 2 years of age do not require a ticket.
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Bits and Pieces Mixed Media Art Class
2023-10-24, 2023-10-31, 2023-11-07 | Art of Glass, 128 C East Pine Avenue, St. George Island, 32328
Are you looking for something to do on St. George Island? Are you down on vacation? Do you need something for you & the kids to do while Dad is fishing? Or do you just want to visit your artistic side?
Let us help you find your inner artist at Art of Glass, with our 1 hr Bit & Pieces art classes! Just call ahead, we have 3 convenient classes held daily: 11 am, 1 pm, and 3 pm.
You pick your canvas glass and other media and create a work of art with your family and friends in a safe and clean setting. When it’s completed, we coat it in a clear epoxy resin and you can pick up your masterpiece the next day.
Great for parties, family get-togethers, or our BYOB girl’s night out classes. Bring something special home from your vacation that you can enjoy for years. Just call Devorah at Art of Glass to reserve your Bit and Pieces experience at 850-370-1019 or book online at www.SGIArtofGlass.com.

Flyer from Art of Glass, explanation of classes

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Art Exhibition for Talented Painter, Cal Allen
2023-10-26 10:00 - 15:00, 2023-10-27 10:00 - 15:00, 2023-10-28 10:00 - 15:00, 2023-11-02 10:00 - 15:00, 2023-11-03 10:00 - 15:00, 2023-11-04 10:00 - 15:00 | Rio Carrabelle, 102 St James Ave, Carrabelle, FL, 32322, United States
The Gallery at Rio Carrabelle is thrilled to present an art exhibition featuring the work of talented painter, Cal Allen in the historic art venue, Rio Carrabelle in Carrabelle, Florida. These beautiful works of art are on display now and the exhibition will run through the end of November.
Cal has expressed his southern heritage through his art for over 60 years. His attention to the details of the coast and his love of nature co-mingle to produce his naturalistic approach. From the lighthouses of North Carolina’s outer banks, the marshes of coastal Georgia, and the mudflats of Northwest Florida’s Gulf Coast comes the inspiration for much of Cal’s work.
Cal is proficient in oils and watercolors but prefers working in egg tempera. He processes many pigments from local sources. Although primarily self-taught, Cal has studied the works of the great masters as well as more contemporary artists such as Eakins, Homer and Wyeth. Inspired by these renowned artists, he has created his own methods to share his unique view of the world. Cal has received numerous awards and recognitions, and his works hang in both private and corporate collections throughout this country and England. Cal also enjoys sharing his craft and vision and has taught classes in watercolor, oil, acrylic, and egg tempera in Carrabelle, Florida.
Rio Carrabelle Art Gallery is open Thursdays- Saturdays from 10 am -3 pm at 102 St. James Avenue (US Hwy 98), Carrabelle, Florida. Rio Carrabelle is a unique art and music destination located in beautiful downtown Carrabelle and features the artwork of local artists William Owen, Pat Moore, Barb Ryan, Roger Leonard, Bo May as well as Joe Kotzman. Visit riocarrabelle.com or on Facebook, The Gallery at Rio Carrabelle, for more information.
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Ghost Stories & Poe Ghost Tour
2023-10-27, 2023-10-28 | Apalachicola
This Halloween Season you’ll be poe-sessed with Ghost Stories & Poe presented by Apalach Ghost Tour. Take a nighttime stroll through downtown Apalachicola and hear local ghost stories from the town’s past, area legends, and select works from the Master of the Macabre, Edgar Allan Poe. This one-of-a-kind ghost tour will also feature paranormal investigating with real ghost hunting equipment. This tour will be conducted on October 13-14 & 27-28 in downtown Apalachicola.
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4th Annual SGI Lighthouse Trick-or-Treat Spooktacular
2023-10-27 18:30 - 20:30 | Saint George Island Lighthouse, 2-B East Gulf Beach Drive, Saint George Island, 32328
The St. George Lighthouse Association is hauntingly happy to be hosting its 4th Annual SGI Lighthouse Trick-or-Treat Spooktacular on Friday, October 27th from 6:30-8:30pm in SGI Lighthouse Park. This free, family-friendly event will feature multiple candy stations along the sidewalk and spooky decorations lighting up the park. Guests, young or old, are encouraged to wear their favorite costumes and join us for the fun.
If you are a local business, group or resident interested in participating in handing out candy, please go to the “Events” section of the St. George Lighthouse website to sign up. Booth spots must be reserved online, in advance. Space is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis and is very limited. As such, we recommend you submit a volunteer form as early as possible.
The St. George Lighthouse Association is a non-profit organization and continues to fulfill its mission through the support of our community, visitors, and lighthouse association members. While donations are not required; they are graciously accepted. We hope you will all join us for this family-fun event. It is sure to be Spooktacular!
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St. Marks Community Market
2023-10-28 09:00 - 13:00 | Discover St. Marks, 815 Port Leon Drive, St. Marks, FL, 32355, United States
St. Marks hosts a community market every fourth Saturday of the month at 815 Leon Port Drive from 9:00 am until 1:00 pm.

Apalachicola Farmers Market
2023-10-28 09:00 - 13:00 | Mill Pond, 199 Market St, Apalachicola, FL, United States
Located at the beautiful Millpond Pavilion at the end of Market Street, the Apalachicola Farmers Market offers local seafood, produce, honey, homemade breads, pies, and other regional specialties every 2nd and 4th Saturday from 9 AM until 1 PM in Apalachicola.
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Monarch Butterfly Festival
2023-10-28 10:00 - 16:00 | St. Mark’s Wildlife Refuge Visitor’s Center, PO Box 368, St. Marks, FL, 32355, United States
Wildlife seekers can come to watch the migrating monarch butterfly pass through the Wakulla County coast around this time, specifically at the St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge. The festival has numerous wildlife exhibits in addition to nature-based educational demonstrations.

St. Marks Brew Fest
2023-10-28 11:00 - 16:00 | Downtown St. Marks, FL, 815 Port Leon Drive, St. Marks, FL, 32355, United States
Arts & Crafts Market from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. (Free and open to all)
Brew Fest from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. (Tickets $30)
If interested in being a sponsor, vendor, or food truck vendor, please email discoverstmarks@gmail.com. Online pre-sales only (no day-of tickets available).

Full Moon Lighthouse Climb at Crooked River Lighthouse
2023-10-28 18:00 - 20:00 | Crooked River Lighthouse, 2100 Hwy 98, Carrabelle, FL, United States
The Crooked River Lighthouse will be hosting a fun Halloween-themed celebration at the Full Moon Event on Saturday, October 28, from 6-8 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 full Hunter’s Moon. Come dressed up in your favorite costume (pirates and coastal themed costumes are especially encouraged) and candy will be given. Prizes will be awarded to the top costumes.
Visitors can also have an after-hours visit of the Keeper’s House Museum and see the new exhibit for the lighthouse’s original, historic Fresnel lens. Guests may also enjoy the glowing bonfire in the park (weather permitting). Bring a chair and enjoy the evening. Those who would like to help offset the additional costs for this after-hours event and support the lighthouse are welcome to make a donation either via online or at “the gate”.
While at the Full Moon event, 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. Evening climbs cost $10 for adults (age 13+), $5 for youth (6-12 yrs) and are free for those 5 and under. All climbers must be at least 44 inches tall. Timed tower climb tickets are required for those who wish to climb the lighthouse tower during this event. Timed tickets are available online or by dropping by our gift shop. Advance ticket purchase is strongly suggested as these tickets may sell out.
A limited number of climbers (max of 8) are allowed up at one time. There will be a time limit for viewing from the top. Guests who would like a more leisurely climbing experience are welcome to enjoy one of the daytime climbs available every Wednesday through Sunday. Masks are welcome but not required.
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October Sunset and Full Moon Climb at the Cape St. George Lighthouse
2023-10-28 18:30 - 20:30 | Saint George Island Lighthouse, 2-B East Gulf Beach Drive, Saint George Island, 32328
The October Sunset and Full Moon Climb at the Cape St. George Lighthouse on St. George Island will be held on Saturday, October 28, 2023. Visitors can enjoy this opportunity to view St. George Island, the Gulf of Mexico and the Apalachicola bay under the evening sky.
The Sunset and Full Moon Climb will begin at 6:30 p.m. and run until 8:30 p.m. Fifteen-minute time slots will be allotted for each group on a first come, first served basis. No advanced reservations will be taken. You will purchase your tickets in the gift shop and then sign up for your 15-minute time slot with the lighthouse keeper. Up to 12 persons allowed in each 15-minute time slot. The gift shop will open at 6:00 p.m. to begin selling tickets.
Cost is $10.00 per climber for the general public and $7.00 for members of the St. George Lighthouse Association. Cash or credit card payments accepted. All climbers must be at least 40 inches tall to climb the tower and children must be age 13 and over to access the outside catwalk. For more information, please contact the Lighthouse Gift Shop at 850-927-7745.
The sun will set at 6:56 p.m. and the “Hunter’s” moon will rise at 6:53 p.m. on October 28th. This full Moon is often referred to as the Full Hunter’s Moon, Blood Moon, or Sanguine Moon. Many moons ago, Native Americans named this bright moon for obvious reasons. The leaves are falling from trees, the deer are fattened, and it is time to begin storing up meat for the long winter ahead. Because the fields were traditionally reaped in late September or early October, hunters could easily see fox and other animals that come out to glean from the fallen grains. Probably because of the threat of winter looming close, the Hunter’s Moon is generally accorded with special honor, historically serving as an important feast day in both Western Europe and among many Native American tribes.
The Cape St. George Light is located in St. George Lighthouse Park at the center of St. George Island, where Island Drive (the road off the bridge) ends at Gulf Beach Drive. Parking is available in lots at either side of the park.
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Apalachicola Ghostwalk
2023-10-28 18:30 - 20:30 | Chestnut Street Cemetery, 1 Avenue E, Apalachicola, FL, United States
Join the Apalachicola Area Historical Society’s annual Fall Historic Ghost Tour on Saturday, October 28, 2023 from 6:30-8:30 pm at the Chesnut Street Cemetery in Apalachicola. Tickets will go on sale soon. Proceeds from this event go to help fund cemetery preservation.
Come meet Apalachicola’s citizens from the other side and hear lore and stories from the past. Hauntings will abound when local history enthusiasts don the garb and take on the persona of the cemetery’s notable inhabitants to tell their tale of life and death in Apalachicola for more than 180 years ago. Visitors are escorted through the cemetery along candle-lit paths to meet some of Apalachicola’s historic citizens.
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Florida Seafood Festival
2023-11-03 - 2023-11-04 | Battery Park, 3 Bay Ave, Apalachicola, FL, United States
The Florida Seafood Festival is a two day event annually drawing tens of thousands of visitors to the historic town of Apalachicola in scenic Franklin County. The Festival is held at the mouth of the Apalachicola river under the shady oaks of Apalachicola’s Battery Park.
The festival features delicious seafood, arts and crafts exhibits, seafood related events, Musical Entertainment. Some of the notable events include Oyster Eating and Oyster Shucking contest, Blue Crab Races, Photo Contest, Parade, 5k Redfish Run, The Blessing of the Fleet, History of the Festival Exhibit and Tonging For Treasure.
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Panacea Community Garden Farmers Market
2023-11-04 09:00 - 12:00 | Downtown Panacea, Panacea, FL, 32346, United States

Carrabelle Country Market
2023-11-04 09:00 - 13:00 | Crooked River Lighthouse, 2100 Hwy 98, Carrabelle, FL, United States
This market at the Crooked River Lighthouse in Carrabelle features vendors from the community with perfect gifts and goodies. There is freshly roasted coffee, delicious baked goods including cinnamon rolls and artisan bread, gorgeous art and photography, handcrafted balms and soaps, fresh herbs, vegetable seeds, handmade goods, and craft items, produce, and exotic starter plants.
Guests can also visit the free Museum and browse inside the Lighthouse Gift Shop for unique nautical gifts. Also, shoppers have the unique opportunity to climb to the lighthouse’s top for a breathtaking view of the Bay.
New and returning vendors are always welcome. The cost to be a vendor is $10. For more information, contact 850-697-2732 or carrabellelighthouse@gmail.com. Funded in part by the Franklin County Tourist Development Council.
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