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SUMMARY:Holiday on the Harbor & Boat Parade of Lights
DESCRIPTION:Quick facts\n\nDate: Saturday\, December 12\, 2026\, 1:00–7:00 PM ET\nBoat parade: around 6:15 PM\nWhere: Carrabelle Riverfront\, Marine Street\, Carrabelle\, FL 32322\nAdmission: Free\nOrganizer: Carrabelle Chamber of Commerce\, (850) 697-2585\, chamber@nettally.com\nLast verified: October 26\, 2026\n\nWhat is Holiday on the Harbor Carrabelle?\nThe Carrabelle Chamber of Commerce hosts this favorite Forgotten Coast Christmas tradition on the second Saturday in December: an afternoon street festival along Marine Street and the harbor\, with children’s activities\, arts and crafts vendors\, food\, live music\, and a visit from Santa — then\, as dark falls\, the boat parade. See the official TDC listing for details. \nSanta\, kids\, and festival fun\nSanta makes his grand entrance on the City of Carrabelle Fire Truck\, then holds court at his booth — visits and photos with Santa are free. Kids also get mini-train rides\, a bouncy house (courtesy of the Franklin County Sheriff’s Department)\, and a book giveaway from Bring Me a Book Franklin. Live music from local artists fills the afternoon\, plus a performance by the Forgotten Coast Dancing Witches. \nFood and holiday shopping\nCome hungry: fresh seafood and home-style cooking from festival food vendors and Carrabelle’s cafes and restaurants\, plus holiday treats. Vendors sell unique art and crafts and locally made goods for holiday gifting\, and Carrabelle’s shops and art galleries — many within walking distance — stay open for the festival. \nThe Carrabelle Boat Parade of Lights\nFind a spot along the water and watch the Christmas parade of boats decked out in lights\, decor\, and holiday outfits. The parade starts around 6:15 PM and proceeds around the harbor between the Marine St. Fishing Pavilion and the Tillie Miller Bridge\, so it can be enjoyed from many viewing spots — and the harbor reflects the glow back\, doubling the lights. After the parade\, winners are announced\, with trophies including Best in Show. A fireworks finale follows the parade. \nCan I enter my own boat in the parade?\nYes — entering your own decorated boat is free. Register through the Carrabelle Chamber of Commerce (2026 Boat Registration Form on the Chamber’s event page\, or call (850) 697-2585). \nWhere to stay for Holiday on the Harbor Carrabelle\nCarrabelle is an easy drive from the island\, so this pairs perfectly with a December beach stay. A Collins Vacation Rental on SGI puts you on St. George Island for quiet beach mornings\, with the harbor lights an evening drive away. Book direct with the local island team. \nFAQ\nWhen is Holiday on the Harbor in 2026?\nSaturday\, December 12\, 2026. The festival runs 1–7 PM ET on Marine Street and along the harbor in Carrabelle\, and the boat parade starts around 6:15 PM. \nIs Holiday on the Harbor free?\nYes — the festival is free and family-friendly\, and entering your own decorated boat is free too. \nWhere is the best place to watch the boat parade?\nAny spot along the Carrabelle River waterfront — the parade runs around the harbor between the Marine St. Fishing Pavilion and the Tillie Miller Bridge\, so it can be enjoyed from many viewing spots. \nCan I enter my own boat?\nYes\, boat entry is free. Register through the Carrabelle Chamber of Commerce at (850) 697-2585 or chamber@nettally.com. \nWho organizes the Holiday on the Harbor?\nThe Carrabelle Chamber of Commerce\, in partnership with community sponsors and funded in part by the Franklin County Tourist Development Council.
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LOCATION:Carrabelle Riverfront\, Marine Street\, Carrabelle\, FL\, 32322
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SUMMARY:Christmas Carol Apalachicola 2026
DESCRIPTION:  \n \n  \nChristmas Carol Apalachicola returns this December as the Panhandle Players bring Charles Dickens’ classic holiday story to the Chapman Theatre stage\, December 10–13\, 2026 — all the ghosts and Tiny Tim too. \n  \nQuick facts\n\nDates: December 10–13\, 2026\nShowtimes: 7 PM on Dec 10\, 11\, and 12 (Dec 13 time not yet posted — check the Panhandle Players site)\nWhere: Chapman Theatre\, 155 Avenue E\, Apalachicola\nPresenter: Panhandle Players\, directed by Renee Valentine\nTickets: see Panhandle Players for tickets and prices — (850) 323-2455\nLast verified: October 13\, 2026\n\nAbout Christmas Carol Apalachicola\nThe Panhandle Players are Apalachicola’s community theatre troupe\, performing at the historic Chapman Theatre on Avenue E. Their holiday production of A Christmas Carol is the classic Dickens story — Scrooge\, the ghosts\, and Tiny Tim — staged as a hometown Christmas tradition. It pairs naturally with the rest of the coast’s December calendar: catch the show one evening\, the boat parades and holiday markets on the surrounding weekends. \nShowtimes & tickets\nEvening performances run 7–9 PM on Thursday\, Friday\, and Saturday (Dec 10–12). A fourth performance is scheduled for Sunday\, Dec 13 — the time wasn’t posted yet at last check\, so confirm on the Panhandle Players site before you go. Ticket prices weren’t published either; the troupe sells direct through their site and at (850) 323-2455. \nWhere to stay for the show\nMake it a holiday weekend on the coast. A Collins Vacation Rental on SGI puts you about 20 minutes from Chapman Theatre in Apalachicola — Christmas lights on the island\, the show on the mainland\, beach mornings in between. Book direct with the local island team. \nFAQ\nWhen is A Christmas Carol playing in Apalachicola?\nDecember 10–13\, 2026\, presented by the Panhandle Players at Chapman Theatre. Evening shows at 7 PM on Dec 10–12; the Dec 13 showtime wasn’t posted yet — check panhandleplayers.net. \nWhere is the Chapman Theatre?\n155 Avenue E\, Apalachicola — home of the Panhandle Players. \nHow do I get tickets for the Panhandle Players’ Christmas Carol?\nThrough the Panhandle Players directly: panhandleplayers.net or (850) 323-2455. Prices weren’t published at last check. \nWho directs the Panhandle Players’ A Christmas Carol?\nRenee Valentine.
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LOCATION:Chapman Theatre\, 159 Ave E\, Apalachicola\, FL\, 32320\, United States
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SUMMARY:Lighting of the Palms SGI 2026
DESCRIPTION:Quick facts\n\nDate: Friday\, December 4\, 2026\, 4:00–6:00 PM\nWhere: Lighthouse Park\, St. George Island\nAdmission: Free\nSponsor: St. George Island Business Association\nLast verified: October 19\, 2026\n\nWhat is the Lighting of the Palms?\nKick off the holiday season island-style: the Lighting of the Palms fills Lighthouse Park with Christmas crafts and games\, hot chocolate\, cookies\, books and gifts\, and visits with Santa. As dusk falls\, the palms themselves light up — wrapped in Christmas lights against the night sky — followed by the lighted golf cart parade rolling through. See the official December calendar for details. \nThe golf cart parade\nOnly on St. George Island: after the palms light up at dusk\, decorated golf carts strung with lights parade through in one of the coast’s most charming holiday traditions. Bring the whole crew — it’s the kind of small-town Christmas moment people plan trips around. \nWhere to stay for the Lighting of the Palms\nThis one’s easy — it’s on the island. A Collins Vacation Rental on SGI puts you minutes from Lighthouse Park: cocoa and crafts in the evening\, quiet beach morning after. Book direct with the local island team. \nFAQ\nWhen is the Lighting of the Palms in 2026?\nFriday\, December 4\, 2026\, from 4 to 6 PM at Lighthouse Park on St. George Island. \nIs the Lighting of the Palms free?\nYes — it’s a free community event. \nWhat happens at the Lighting of the Palms?\nChristmas crafts and games\, hot chocolate\, cookies\, books and gifts\, visits with Santa\, the lighting of the palms at dusk\, and a lighted golf cart parade to close the evening.
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LOCATION:Lighthouse Park\, Lighthouse Park\, St. George Island\, FL\, 32328
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SUMMARY:Apalachicola Christmas Celebration 2026
DESCRIPTION:Quick facts\n\nDate: Friday\, November 27\, 2026 (Black Friday — the day after Thanksgiving)\, 3:30–9:30 PM\nWhere: Downtown Apalachicola and Riverfront Park\, Water Street\nAdmission: Free\nOrganizer: Apalachicola Bay Chamber of Commerce\, 17 Ave E\, Apalachicola\, FL 32320 — (850) 653-9419\nLast verified: October 19\, 2026\n\n  \nWhat is the Apalachicola Downtown Christmas Celebration?\nThe day after Thanksgiving\, the historic town of Apalachicola kicks off the holiday season in old-fashioned style. The streets are lined with luminaries and filled with holiday spirit\, local merchants keep their doors open late\, and the sounds of carolers echo through downtown all evening. It’s the coast’s traditional start to Christmas — and since it falls on Black Friday\, it’s the perfect excuse to get a head start on holiday shopping at the local shops. See the official November calendar for details. \nSanta arrives by shrimp boat\nThe highlight of the day: Santa arrives via shrimp boat at Riverfront Park on Water Street at 4:00 PM\, where he’ll be on hand to hear every child’s Christmas wishes. The Chamber of Commerce staff hands out FREE hot dogs and popcorn to all the children who come to visit Santa. \nMake a weekend of it: Shop Local Saturday\nThe celebration flows right into Shop Local Saturday on November 28 — downtown shops open for a full day of one-of-a-kind gift hunting with family and friends. And Postcards to Santa are available for pickup at the Chamber office now; drop them in Santa’s Mailbox by December 16 so Santa has time to write each child a return letter. \nWhere to stay for the Christmas Celebration\nThanksgiving weekend on the island\, Christmas lights across the bridge — that’s the move. A Collins Vacation Rental on SGI puts you a short drive from downtown Apalachicola: Black Friday celebration in the evening\, quiet beach morning after. Book direct with the local island team. \nFAQ\nWhen is the Apalachicola Downtown Christmas Celebration in 2026?\nFriday\, November 27\, 2026 (Black Friday)\, from 3:30 to 9:30 PM in downtown Apalachicola and Riverfront Park. \nIs the Christmas Celebration free?\nYes — it’s a free community event\, and the Chamber hands out free hot dogs and popcorn to kids who visit Santa. \nWhen does Santa arrive?\nSanta arrives by shrimp boat at Riverfront Park on Water Street at 4:00 PM. \nWhat happens on Shop Local Saturday?\nThe day after the celebration (Saturday\, November 28)\, downtown Apalachicola shops open for a full day of local holiday shopping. \nOne more thing from the same TDC calendar check: the Military Tribute Exhibit dates are published now — November 1–29 at the Carrabelle History Museum\, listed as a featured event. That unblocks your TBD page whenever you want to update it.
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SUMMARY:Forgotten Coast Freedom Festival Air Show 2026
DESCRIPTION:What is the Forgotten Coast Freedom Festival Air Show?\nThe Forgotten Coast Freedom Festival Air Show is the region’s big family aviation day — one Saturday in November when Apalachicola’s airport becomes an airfield festival. The aerial lineup includes formation and single-ship aerobatics\, the Titan Aerobatic Team\, the RE/MAX Jump Team skydiving show\, a comedy aircraft act\, an RC jet demo\, and a potential two-ship F-35 flyover. On the ground: a car and motorcycle show\, high-speed exotic car rides\, static displays of military and civilian aircraft\, live music all day\, food and craft vendors\, a Kids Fun Zone\, and the Dancing Witches. \nThe headline experience is the Huey: Friends of Army Aviation flies riders in an iconic UH-1H helicopter. You need an air show ticket to reach their area\, and helicopter rides are ticketed separately — online ride sales end November 13 at 10 PM\, and online ticket holders should arrive by noon to be processed. Rides are sold on site; buy at least 2 hours before the event’s end. Kids 2–17 can ride with restrictions (under 16 must ride with a parent/guardian). \nHow the day works\nGates open at 10 AM with the car show\, Kids Fun Zone\, and vendors running all day. The aerial program takes off around 12:50 PM with the Franklin County School Cadet Corps color guard and National Anthem\, then the RE/MAX flag jump and the aerobatic lineup. The event closes at 5 PM. Pair the morning with the Salt Air Farmers’ Market in Port St. Joe (9 AM–1 PM) and roll into Apalachicola for the afternoon show. \nWhere to stay for the air show\nApalachicola is a straight shot from St. George Island. A Collins Vacation Rental on SGI keeps you close — day trip to the airport\, back to the beach by evening. Book direct with the local island team. \nFAQ\nWhen is the Forgotten Coast Freedom Festival Air Show 2026?\nSaturday\, November 21\, 2026\, at Apalachicola Regional Airport. Gates open at 10 AM and the event closes at 5 PM. \nHow much are tickets for the air show?\nAdvance tickets (before Nov 9): adults 13+ $10\, kids 6–12 $5\, 5 & under free. Day of: adults $15\, kids 6–12 $10. Huey helicopter rides are sold separately. \nCan you ride in a helicopter at the air show?\nYes — Friends of Army Aviation offers rides in a UH-1H Huey. Buy ride tickets online by Nov 13 at 10 PM or on site (at least 2 hours before the event ends)\, and arrive by noon if you booked online. You must hold air show admission to access the ride area. \nIs the air show kid-friendly?\nYes — there’s a Kids Fun Zone\, a Young Eagles sign-up booth\, static aircraft displays\, and the car show alongside the aerial acts.
URL:https://www.collinsvacationrentals.com/event/forgotten-coast-freedom-festival-air-show-2026/
LOCATION:Apalachicola Regional Airport\, 8 Airport Rd\, Apalachicola\, 32320\, United States
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SUMMARY:Lantern Fest Carrabelle 2026
DESCRIPTION:Quick facts\n\n Date: Saturday\, November 14\, 2026\, 6:00–10:00 PM\n Where: Crooked River Lighthouse Park\, 1975 Hwy 98 W\, Carrabelle\, FL\n Tickets: $15 advance (ages 13+)\, $20 at the gate; kids 12 and under free. Advance tickets recommended — local residents get a discount on advance tickets bought in person.\nPhone: (850) 697-2732\nThe lighthouse: built 1895\, 103 feet — the tallest on the Forgotten Coast\nLast verified: October 19\, 2026\n\nWhat is Lantern Fest?\nLantern Fest is Crooked River Lighthouse’s signature autumn evening: an outdoor festival best known for its display of more than a hundred colorful hanging lanterns strung throughout the park\, lighting up the night around the 1895 maritime landmark. Many of the lanterns are genuine works of art\, painstakingly handmade by Joan Matey and other gifted local artists. Beyond the lanterns\, the evening packs in live music\, glow-in-the-dark dance performances\, special evening tower climbs\, ancient craft demonstrations\, museum exhibits\, keeper’s tales\, the Fresnel lens exhibit\, wandering Lantern Ladies\, the Giant Moth\, and food and desserts. See the official event listing for tickets. \nMusic and performances\nThe Bottom Dollar Boys return to Lantern Fest — a bluegrass group delighting audiences for more than 40 years with traditional harmonies and mighty fine pickin’\, spanning bluegrass\, old country\, gospel\, and Americana with a pinch of blues. They’ll be joined by the Tallahassee State College Dance Company\, dazzling guests with choreography and imaginative glow-in-the-dark props and illusions. \nEvening tower climbs\, ancient crafts\, and food\nDuring the festival\, special evening tower climbs run to the top of the 103-foot lighthouse for panoramic night views over the bay. On the grounds\, John Pfund and Chris Cauthen set up the blacksmith forge while Ken Horne weaves rope from local plant fibers — two ancient craft demonstrations. Food trucks serve dinner and the Beacon Bistro handles desserts. \nWhere to stay for Lantern Fest\nCarrabelle sits just west of the St. George Island bridge — a short drive back to the island after the lanterns go dark. A Collins Vacation Rental on SGI makes an easy home base: festival lights in the evening\, quiet beach morning after. Book direct with the local island team. \nFAQ\nWhen is Lantern Fest in 2026?\nSaturday\, November 14\, 2026\, from 6 to 10 PM at Crooked River Lighthouse Park in Carrabelle. \nHow much are Lantern Fest tickets?\n$15 in advance for ages 13 and up\, $20 at the gate; kids 12 and under are free. Advance tickets are recommended\, and local residents get a discount on advance tickets purchased in person. \nCan you climb the lighthouse during Lantern Fest?\nYes — special evening tower climbs run during the festival\, with night views from the top of the 103-foot tower. \nWho is performing at Lantern Fest?\nThe Bottom Dollar Boys (bluegrass) and the Tallahassee State College Dance Company (glow-in-the-dark dance performances)
URL:https://www.collinsvacationrentals.com/event/events-lantern-fest/
LOCATION:Crooked River Lighthouse Park\, 1975 Hwy 98 W\, Carrabelle\, FL\, 32322
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SUMMARY:Veterans Day Ceremony 2026 — St. George Island
DESCRIPTION:The Veterans Day Ceremony returns to Lighthouse Park on St. George Island on Wednesday\, November 11\, 2026\, at 11 AM — a free community ceremony honoring military veterans\, hosted by the St. George Lighthouse Association with the SGI Veterans Reveille Group and the 106th American Legion of Apalachicola. \nSeating is limited\, so bring your own chairs. After the ceremony\, lunch\, dessert and drinks are provided for everyone in attendance\, and the lighthouse stays open to all — climbs are free for veterans. \nQuick facts\n\nDate: Wednesday\, November 11\, 2026\, 11:00 AM–12:00 PM\nWhere: Lighthouse Park\, 2B East Gulf Beach Drive\, St. George Island\nAdmission: Free\nHosts: St. George Lighthouse Association\, SGI Veterans Reveille Group\, 106th American Legion (Apalachicola)\nSeating: Limited — bring your own chairs\nAfter the ceremony: Lunch\, dessert and drinks provided for everyone in attendance\nLighthouse: Open to everyone that day; climbs free for all veterans\n\nWhat is the Veterans Day Ceremony?\nThe Veterans Day Ceremony is St. George Island’s annual tribute to everyone who has served in the U.S. Armed Forces — held at 11 AM on November 11 in Lighthouse Park\, at the foot of the Cape St. George Light. The St. George Lighthouse Association partners with the SGI Veterans Reveille Group and the 106th American Legion in Apalachicola to put on the ceremony\, which is open to the whole community. Check the Chamber event listing for any updates as the day approaches. \nWhere to stay for the Veterans Day Ceremony\nThe ceremony is right on the island\, so stay on it. A Collins Vacation Rental on SGI puts you minutes from Lighthouse Park — attend the 11 AM ceremony\, then spend the rest of the day on the beach. Book direct with the local island team. \nFAQ\nWhen is the Veterans Day Ceremony on St. George Island?\nWednesday\, November 11\, 2026\, at 11:00 AM in Lighthouse Park. \nIs the Veterans Day Ceremony free?\nYes — it’s a free community ceremony\, open to everyone. \nWho organizes the Veterans Day Ceremony?\nThe St. George Lighthouse Association\, in partnership with the SGI Veterans Reveille Group and the 106th American Legion in Apalachicola. \nWhat should I bring to the ceremony?\nYour own chairs — seating in Lighthouse Park is limited. \nIs food provided at the Veterans Day Ceremony?\nYes — lunch\, dessert and drinks are provided for everyone in attendance at the conclusion of the ceremony. \nIs the lighthouse open during the ceremony?\nYes — the lighthouse is open to everyone that day\, and climbs are free for all veterans.
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SUMMARY:Florida Seafood Festival in Apalachicola 2026
DESCRIPTION:63rd Annual Florida Seafood Festival in Apalachicola \nWe are proud sponsors of the 2026 Florida Seafood Festival! Come and stay with us on SGI then hop over to Apalachicola to enjoy local crafts\, live music\, and scrumptious variety of local seafood caught off the shores of Apalachicola. The schedule of events are below. \nFriday\, November 6\, 2026\n\n10:00 am – Park Opens (No Admission Charge)\, Booths & Rides Open in Apalachicola\n4:45 pm – 7:00 pm – Christian Musical Entertainment\n4:00 pm – Blessing of the Fleet\n4:30 pm – Arrival of King Retsyo & Miss Florida Seafood\n4:45 pm – Opening Ceremonies (Information Booth)\n7:30 pm – Live Christian Music Headliner\n10:30 pm – Park Closes\n\n\nSaturday\, November 7\, 2026\n\n7:00 am – Registration for Redfish Run (Front Steps of Gibson Inn)\n8:00 am – Start of Redfish Run\n10:00 am – Gates Open ($10.00 admission\, children under 12 free)\n10:00 am – Parade Starts (Hwy 98)\n1:00 – 5:00 pm – Blue Crab Races (at the top of each hour\, children under 12)\n1:00 pm – Oyster Shucking Contest\n1:15 pm – Oyster Eating Contest\n4:00 pm – 7:15 pm Live Music\n8:30 pm – Live Music Headliner – Kaleb Austin\n10:30 pm – Park Closes\n\nGood to know \nParking: downtown Apalachicola fills up fast — arrive early\, especially Saturday. No festival-run shuttle has been announced for 2026 yet; re-check the official festival site closer to the event. \nWhat to bring: cash for food vendors\, sunscreen\, comfortable shoes; the park is shady but you’ll walk a lot \nKids: very family-friendly — carnival rides and the crab races are kid favorites \nPets: not allowed on festival grounds (service animals excepted) — official festival policy \nRain policy: the festival has historically run rain-or-shine; check the official site the week of the event for weather updates \nWhere to stay for the Florida Seafood Festival \nThe festival is about 15 minutes across the bridge from St. George Island — close enough for an easy day trip\, far enough to escape the crowds at night. Book a Collins Vacation Rental on SGI and make a weekend of it: beach mornings\, festival afternoons.
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LOCATION:Battery Park\, 1 Bay Ave\, Apalachicola\, FL\, 32320\, United States
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SUMMARY:Spooky Pooches 2026: Apalachicola Howl-o-ween
DESCRIPTION:  \nSpooky Pooches is Apalachicola’s annual Howl-o-ween celebration for four-legged family members — a free\, family-friendly afternoon on Saturday\, October 24\, where costumed pups take over downtown for a trick-or-treat stroll through pet-friendly shops. \nQuick facts\n\nDate: Saturday\, October 24\, 2026\, 12:00–4:00 PM\nWhere: Apalachicola Riverfront Park\, Water Street\, Apalachicola\nAdmission: Free\nOrganizer: Mystic Krewe of Salty Barkers\nContact: (850) 624-8085 · apalachdogs@gmail.com\nLast verified: October 12\, 2026\n\nWhat is Spooky Pooches Howl-o-ween?\nSpooky Pooches Howl-o-ween is Apalachicola’s annual Halloween celebration for four-legged family members — a free\, family-friendly afternoon where costumed pups take over downtown. Start at Riverfront Park to grab a trick-or-treat map\, then stroll through Apalachicola’s pet-friendly downtown shops while local merchants greet the pups with special Halloween treats. \nWhat to expect\nThe park hosts a Halloween photo booth\, free treats and pupuccinos for the dogs\, and homemade gumbo\, fresh local oysters\, and baked goods for purchase for the humans. One of the day’s biggest draws is the Franklin County Humane Society’s adoption event — dogs and cats looking for forever homes. Whether you’re ready to adopt or just want to meet some wonderful animals\, it’s worth the stop. Check the official event listing for updates as the day approaches. \nWhere to stay for Spooky Pooches\nMake a weekend of it on the coast. A Collins Vacation Rental on SGI puts you about 15 minutes from Apalachicola’s Riverfront Park — Halloween fun on the mainland Saturday\, beach morning on St. George Island Sunday. Book direct with the local island team. (Pups welcome in many of our homes — ask the office when you book.) \nFAQ\nWhen is Spooky Pooches Howl-o-ween 2026?\nSaturday\, October 24\, 2026\, 12:00–4:00 PM at Apalachicola Riverfront Park. \nIs Spooky Pooches free?\nYes — it’s a free\, family-friendly event. Food and drinks are available for purchase. \nCan I adopt a pet at Spooky Pooches?\nYes — the Franklin County Humane Society hosts an adoption event on-site with dogs and cats looking for forever homes.
URL:https://www.collinsvacationrentals.com/event/events-spooky-pooches/
LOCATION:Apalachicola Riverfront Park\, Water Street\, Apalachicola
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SUMMARY:SGI Lighthouse 6th Annual Trick-or-Treat Spooktacular
DESCRIPTION:St. George Island Trick-Or-Treat Spooktacular!\nOctober 23rd\, 2026 | 6:30PM-8:30PM | St George Island Lighthouse Park |\nWhat is the Trick-or-Treat Spooktacular?\nGet ready for a spooktacular evening on St. George Island! The St. George Island Lighthouse Trick-or-Treat Spooktacular is a free\, family friendly Halloween event taking place Friday\, October 23\, at St. George Island Lighthouse Park. \nThe event runs from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM\, giving families plenty of time to enjoy the Halloween festivities as the evening sets in around the historic lighthouse on St. George Island. \nBring the whole family for an evening filled with Halloween fun\, sweet treats\, and spooky decorations. Whether you’re visiting St. George Island for the weekend or looking for local Halloween activities\, the Lighthouse Trick-or-Treat Spooktacular is a fun addition to your Forgotten Coast getaway. Enjoy the island’s relaxed coastal atmosphere during the day\, then head to the lighthouse for an evening of Halloween trick or treating on St. George Island! \nCostumes\, treats and the Collins booth\nDon’t forget to come dressed in your favorite costume and get ready for plenty of treats and spooky sights! \nBe sure to stop by the Collins Vacation Rentals booth while you’re enjoying the festivities! Our team will be at the event ready to celebrate Halloween with the community and join in on the fun. \nWhere to stay for the Spooktacular\nVisiting for the weekend? Stay on the island — a Collins Vacation Rental on St. George Island puts you minutes from Lighthouse Park: trick-or-treat Friday night\, beach Saturday morning. Book direct with the local island team. \nWhether you’re a local\, visiting for the weekend\, or planning your next St. George Island getaway\, we’d love to see you there. Come say hello\, grab some goodies\, and enjoy a fun evening with your family.
URL:https://www.collinsvacationrentals.com/event/st-george-islands-ultimate-halloween-trick-or-treat-adventure/
LOCATION:St George Island Lighthouse\, St. George Island Lighthouse\, Museum & Gift Shop\, 2-B E Gulf Beach Dr\, St. George Island\, FL\, 32328\, United States
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SUMMARY:Area 52 Presented by Panhandle Players
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LOCATION:Chapman Theatre\, 159 Ave E\, Apalachicola\, FL\, 32320\, United States
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SUMMARY:Blast on the Bay 2026: 40 Songwriters\, Port St. Joe
DESCRIPTION:  Port St. Joe Songwriters Festival\n   Blast on the Bay returns to Port St. Joe October 15–18\, 2026\, for four days of songwriter rounds in the most intimate venues on the Forgotten Coast — 40+ Nashville writers telling the stories behind the songs.                                         \nQuick facts\n\nDate: Thursday–Sunday\, October 15–18\, 2026 (16th annual)\n\n\n Where: Intimate venues across Port St. Joe and Gulf County — pubs\, waterfront patios\, parks; opening night at George Core Park\, Port St. Joe\nAdmission: General admission $35\, VIP $125\, Super VIP for two $500 (via Eventbrite; wristband required at venues)\nLast verified: October 11\, 2026\n\nWhat is Blast on the Bay?\nBlast on the Bay is the Forgotten Coast’s boutique songwriters festival — four days\, around 40 songwriters\, and some of the best little listening rooms\, restaurants\, bars\, parks\, and waterfront spots in Port St. Joe. Each October\, writers from Nashville and beyond come to the Gulf to do the thing arenas can’t offer: sit a few feet away from the audience and tell the stories behind the songs before playing them. \nThe 2026 lineup includes Kendell Marvel\, Tim Buppert\, Jason Byrd\, Brian White\, Jesse Rice\, Karen Waldrup\, Jimmy Miller\, Jeff Silvey\, Lauren Spring\, and Lee Newton\, with more artists still being announced. These are the writers behind hits recorded by artists like Garth Brooks\, Faith Hill\, and Jason Aldean — and at Blast\, you hear the version of the song that existed before the rest of the world ever did. \nHow the weekend works\nIt all starts Thursday night\, October 15\, with the VIP Welcome Party and Opening Show at George Core Park in Port St. Joe — artists arriving in town and old friends reconnecting to kick off the weekend. Friday through Sunday\, performances run across intimate venues all over town. A wristband is required for entry to scheduled performances\, so buy tickets ahead — check the official Blast on the Bay site for the venue schedule as it firms up. \nWhere to stay for Blast on the Bay\nMake it a long weekend on the coast. A Collins Vacation Rental on SGI puts you about 30 minutes from Port St. Joe’s venues — festival days on the mainland\, quiet beach mornings on St. George Island. Book direct with the local island team and beat the October crowds. \nFAQ\nWhen is Blast on the Bay 2026?\nOctober 15–18\, 2026\, across venues in Port St. Joe and Gulf County\, Florida. \nHow much are Blast on the Bay tickets?\nGeneral admission is $35\, VIP is $125\, and Super VIP for two is $500\, sold through Eventbrite. A wristband is required for venue entry during scheduled performances. \nWho performs at Blast on the Bay?\nAround 40 songwriters\, mostly from Nashville — the 2026 lineup includes Kendell Marvel\, Tim Buppert\, Jason Byrd\, Brian White\, Jesse Rice\, and Karen Waldrup\, with more being announced.
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SUMMARY:Porch Fest 2026 Canceled: Indoor Parties Still On
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n \nApalachicola Porch Fest\n  |  October 10\, 2026 | 11AM-6PM | Apalachicola\, FL |\nPorch Fest Apalachicola is Apalachicola’s free\, family-friendly music festival bringing live music\, local food\, and community fun to the historic streets of Apalachicola\, Florida. \nOn Saturday\, October 10th\, dozens of local and regional bands play all day on porches\, in yards\, and on stages at Battery Park\, Lafayette Park\, and Chapman Square in Apalachicola. Stroll from porch to porch\, grab a bite from the food trucks in the parks\, listen to the live music\, and pop into downtown restaurants and bars for fresh Gulf oysters and local favorites. \nBoth Battery Park and Lafayette Park offer restrooms and playgrounds\, making Apalachicola Porch Fest an easy event for the entire family to enjoy. \nBring chairs\, blankets\, or a wagon\, plus a hat\, sunscreen\, and cash for tipping the musicians and buying food. Each year’s festival supports a local charity\, so every tip goes to a good cause. \nThis year’s festival supports “Apalachicola Riverkeeper”\, the local nonprofit that has spent more than 25 years protecting and restoring the Apalachicola River and Bay. Tips\, merch sales\, and donations help safeguard the waters that shape this region! \nLearn more about Apalachicola Riverkeeper here  \nIf you are looking for things to do in Apalachicola\, FL or Franklin County events in October\, Porch Fest is a great way to experience the local music\, food\, and community that makes the Forgotten Coast special! \nThe Saturday\, Oct 10 main Porch Fest event is CANCELED due to Hurricane Isaias (confirmed via Tallahassee Democrat\, Oct 8). The indoor pre- and post-parties are ON at this time: \nWed Oct 7\, 6–9 pm: High Five Dive Bar\, Apalachicola — pre-party with special guest\nThu Oct 8\, 3–9 pm: Apalachicola Yacht Club — Jimmy Stanley and Hot Mess\nFri Oct 9\, 3–10 pm: Apalachicola Yacht Club — Von Wamps and Apalachicola Sound (note: tropical-storm conditions are forecast to arrive Friday morning — confirm this event is still on before heading over)\nSat Oct 10\, 7–10 pm: Apalachicola Yacht Club — Funky Taters (post-landfall timing — confirm with organizers day-of)\nSun Oct 11\, 10 am–12 pm: Half Shell Dockside — special guest\nFri Oct 9: Belle’s Winery and Saloon — Hot Mess Unplugged (time TBA; note: tropical-storm conditions forecast to arrive Friday morning — confirm day-of) \nFAQ\nIs Porch Fest canceled in 2026?\nThe Saturday\, Oct 10 main event is canceled due to Hurricane Isaias. The indoor pre/post parties are on at this time: Wed 6–9 pm at High Five Dive Bar\, Thu 3–9 pm and Fri 3–10 pm at the Apalachicola Yacht Club\, Sat 7–10 pm at the Yacht Club (Funky Taters)\, Sunday 10AM-12PM at Half Shell Dockside\, plus Hot Mess Unplugged at Belle’s Winery and Saloon on Friday 5PM-8PM \nWhen is Apalachicola Porch Fest 2026?\nSaturday\, October 10\, 2026\, 11 am–6 pm\, in downtown Apalachicola. \nIs Porch Fest free?\nYes — it’s a free\, volunteer-run event. Bring cash to tip the musicians and buy food. \nWhere do I park for Porch Fest?\nStreet parking around downtown Apalachicola; arrive early and plan to walk or bike between porches — it’s part of the fun. \nCan I bring my dog to Porch Fest?\nNo — the stages are on private porches and yards; please leave pets at home. \nWhere should I stay for Porch Fest?\nSt. George Island is about 15 minutes away via the bridge. A Collins Vacation Rentals home puts you close to Apalachicola’s porches with the beach at your doorstep — book direct and skip the platform fees.
URL:https://www.collinsvacationrentals.com/event/porch-fest-apalachicola-live-music-family-fun-on-the-forgotten-coast/
LOCATION:Battery Park\, 1 Bay Ave\, Apalachicola\, FL\, 32320\, United States
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SUMMARY:SGI Pink Out for Breast Cancer Support
DESCRIPTION:Paddy’s Raw Bar on St. George Island is hosting the annual SGI Pink Out on Saturday\, October 9th starting at 6:00pm Eastern time. Please join us for live music\, food from local vendors\, a silent auction\, and a great time while supporting Franklin Needs\, Inc. Franklin Needs is a local organization that helps Franklin County residents access breast cancer screenings and support. 100% of Pink Out proceeds are donated directly to Franklin Needs. Wear pink and beat us there! \nMore about Franklin Needs can be viewed here. \n \n 
URL:https://www.collinsvacationrentals.com/event/sgi-pink-out-for-local-mammograms/
LOCATION:Paddy’s Raw Bar\, 240 E 3rd St\, St. George Island\, FL\, 32328\, United States
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