Events on Florida's Forgotten Coast
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Apalach Ghost Tour
ApalachicolaJoin us for local ghost stories, area legends, and tales of hauntings in downtown Apalachicola while using ghost-hunting equipment to seek out any lingering spirits. 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…
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CAPE ST. GEORGE LIGHT TO HOST JUNE SUNSET AND FULL MOON CLIMB
Saint George Island Lighthouse 2-B East Gulf Beach Drive, Saint George IslandThe St. George Lighthouse Association invites the public to experience the magic of the full moon with a Sunset and Full Moon Climb at the Cape St. George Light on Monday, June 29, 2026, from 8:45 to 11:45 p.m. Event Highlights • Sunset at 8:44 p.m. • Moonrise at 8:55 p.m. Climb Details • Time:…
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Turtle Talk
Apalachicola National Estuarine Research Reserve Nature Center 108 Island Drive, Eastpoint, FL, United StatesJoin us for a fun and fascinating dive into the world of sea turtles! You’ll learn all about these incredible creatures—from their nesting behavior and biology to the local efforts helping protect them. Our presentation covers the area’s conservation and monitoring programs, and we’ll share easy ways residents and visitors can make our beaches safe…
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Trivia Tuesdays at Crooked River Grill
Crooked River Grill 151 Laughing Gull Lane, Carrabelle, FL, United StatesGet ready for the most entertaining night of the week at Crooked River Grill! Join us every Tuesday from 6–7:30 PM for Trivia Night hosted by the one and only Cecily Stevens—bringing the energy, the laughs, and just the right amount of competitive chaos. Expect plenty of hootin’ and hollerin’, fast-paced fun, and questions that’ll…
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Eastpoint Freedom Festival
FeaturedEastpoint Eastpoint, FL, United StatesCelebrate Independence Day bayside at the Eastpoint Freedom Festival. Beginning around 6 p.m. at the Patton Street Boat Ramp, the festival features live music, local food trucks, family-friendly fun, and a laid-back community atmosphere along the waterfront. As the evening winds down, gather along the Bay for a fireworks display.
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Ribbon Wand Craft
Carrabelle Library 311 St. James Avenue SE (US Hwy 98), Carrabelle, FL, United StatesThe 2026 Summer Reading Program, “Unearth a Story,” returns June 28–July 4 at the Franklin County Public Libraries with a variety of free activities for all ages. The week’s programs will explore stories, science, history, and creativity through interactive experiences inspired by archaeology, dinosaurs, fossils, ancient civilizations, earth science, and America 250. Designed to spark…
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Yappy Hour at the Beer Garden
Crooked River Grill 151 Laughing Gull Lane, Carrabelle, FL, United StatesThursdays just got a whole lot better, for you and your pup. Yappy Hour at St. James Bay is the perfect excuse to kick back in our laid-back outdoor setting, where the breeze off the bay, warm sunshine, and easygoing vibe set the tone for a relaxing afternoon. While you enjoy happy hour food and…
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International Food Night at Crooked River Grill
Crooked River Grill 151 Laughing Gull Lane, Carrabelle, FL, United StatesThursday at Crooked River Grill! 🇮🇹 Join us for International Food Night as we celebrate the vibrant flavors of Italy! Indulge in authentic Italian inspired dishes, classic favorites, and delicious specials crafted to bring a taste of Italy to your table. 🍝 Featuring the Flavors of Italy Bring your friends and family for an unforgettable…
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Apalachicola Waterfront July 3rd Celebration
FeaturedApalachicola Riverfront Park Water Street, Apalachicola, FL, United StatesHistoric Apalachicola comes alive with patriotic spirit during its annual Waterfront July 3rd Celebration at Riverfront Park. Enjoy live music, food vendors, and family-friendly fun beginning at 5 p.m., then join the beloved Red, White & Blue Parade. Bring your decorated golf cart, bicycle, wagon, skateboard, or simply walk along in your red, white, and…
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St. George Island Independence Day Festivities
FeaturedSt. George Island St. George Island, FL, United StatesThe legendary SGI Wet 'N Wild Parade returns for one of the most unique Independence Day traditions on the coast. Decorate your golf cart, float, bike, vehicle, or walking group and prepare for a patriotic water fight unlike any other. Participants should line up at 10:30 a.m. at West Gorrie Drive and 7th Street, with…
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