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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.
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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.
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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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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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