The Crooked River Lighthouse in Carrabelle, FL will be hosting their 3rd Annual Crooked River Park Fest on Saturday, February 1, 2025 from 9 am – 3 pm ET. The event features an expanded Country ‘Super’ Market, local food vendor, car show, and fish rubbing art activity. The Crooked River Lighthouse Museum & Gift Shop, lighthouse tower climbs, and the 1894 Fresnel Lens exhibit will also be open to visitors. Admission to the Crooked River Park Fest is free to the Shop.

A car show, courtesy of the Forgotten Coast Cruisers, will display a variety of vehicles, from classic and vintage models to modern custom cars, each showcasing craftsmanship and timeless appeal. This event promises to delight car enthusiasts and casual visitors craft.

Guests can visit the Keeper’s House Museum from 9 am to 5 pm ET to view the original 4th Order Fresnel Lens, manufactured in Paris, France, in 1894, glowing and rotating in its exhibit. This display, a blend of science, culture, and history, highlights the importance of Fresnel lens technology. Admission to the museum is free, though donations are warmly welcomed to support the lighthouse’s preservation. Tower climbs are available for visitors aged 13 and older for a $6 fee. Children 12 and under climb free when accompanied by a ticketed climber and must be at least 44 inches tall.

Interested in being a vendor? Check out the details here:
https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/carrabelle-lighthouse-association-inc/crooked-river-lighthouse-park-festival-2025. Be sure to sign up by
Friday night to ensure your spot is secured.

Crooked River Lighthouse is located just west of the Carrabelle Public Beach Park at 1975 Hwy 98 W, Carrabelle, FL. For more information, visit https://www.crookedriverlighthouse.com or contact the gift shop at 850-697-2732. Funded in part by the Franklin County Tourist Development Council.