SGI Lighting of the Palms December 1
Kick off the holiday season at the St. George Island Lighting of the Palms event on Friday, December 1st at 5 PM at Lighthouse Park. There will be Christmas crafts & games, hot chocolate, cookies, books and gifts, and visits with Santa. The lighting of the palms will take place at dusk followed by the golf cart parade. This event is sponsored by the SGI Business Association. Details here.

Eastpoint Christmas Parade and Celebration December 8

Celebrate the warmth and joy of the holidays at the 14th Annual Eastpoint Christmas Parade & Celebration on December 8. Revel in the spirit of the season as the community comes alive with a festive parade that winds along Highway 98, beginning at South Franklin Street at 4:00 PM. Watch the streets sparkle with holiday floats, music, and cheer, leading to an enchanting evening at the Fire Station, where the merriment continues. Enjoy the laughter of children and the smiles of neighbors as you share a special moment with Santa himself. This beloved tradition is the perfect way to ring in the festive season with your loved ones. Don’t miss the magic—gather your friends and family and join us for an unforgettable Christmas celebration! Details.
Carrabelle Holiday on the Harbor Festival and Boat Parade of Lights December 9
Carrabelle will host its 28th annual Holiday on the Harbor Festival and Boat Parade of Lights on Saturday, December 9 along Carrabelle’s downtown waterfront beginning at noon and lasting until 7 pm. Enjoy an afternoon and evening of food and fun featuring a street festival with children’s activities. Merchants will be open late. In the evening, watch the parade of festive boats decked out in Christmas lights and decor in celebration of the holidays followed by a festive fireworks display.  Details. 
December Farmers' Markets
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The Apalachicola Farmers' Market will host its market days on December 9 and December 23 from 9am to 1pm at the Mill Pond at Scipio Creek. 
Can't wait till the weekend? The Apalachicola Growers Market features fresh vegetables, gourmet goodies and more most Wednesdays from 9am to noon at 56 Commerce Street in Apalachicola. 

Carrabelle
The Crooked River Lighthouse is hosting a Country Farmer's Market Saturday, December 2 and December 16 from 9 am-1 pm at the foot of the lighthouse at 1975 Hwy 98 W, Carrabelle Beach. 

Upcoming Events
December 1-30 - CGJ Exhibits
Nov. 24 - Dec. 30 - Carrabelle History Museum Exhibit
December 1 - SGI Lighting of the Palms
December 2 - Holiday Fresh Market, Apalachicola
December 8 - Eastpoint Christmas Celebration
December 9 -Carrabelle Holiday on the Harbor
December 10 - Bay Area Choral Society Christmas Concert
December 14 - Online Sci-Cafe - What is Water Quality and Why Does It Matter? 
December 2, 16 - Carrabelle Country Market
December 16 - SGI Lighthouse 15th Anniversary

December 9, 23 -
Apalachicola Farmers Market

December 26 - Blues & BBQ under the Full Moon at Crooked River Lighthouse

December 27 - St. George Island Full Moon Climb

January 13, 27 - Apalachicola Farmers' Market
January 19 - Butts & Clucks Cook-off on the Bay

Holiday Fresh Market December 2 Downtown Apalach
Apalachicola Bay Chamber of Commerce presents the Holiday Fresh Market on Saturday, December 2 from 10am until 4 pm. Come enjoy historic downtown Apalachicola for the day or the weekend and find one-of-a-kind unusual presents. Shop in a relaxed, hassle-free environment in an outdoor setting. The fun annual event features hand-crafted Apalachicola specialties such as baked goods, artwork, wood carving, pottery and hand-knitted goods. Details.
December Full Moon Climbs December 26 and 27 in Carrabelle and St. George Island
The Crooked River Lighthouse will be hosting a special Blues & BBQ Full Moon event on Tuesday, December 26 from 6-8 pm at Carrabelle Beach. This special outdoor event will feature live Blues music, a glowing bonfire at the fire pit, and a delicious BBQ meal. Live music will be provided by the musical duo, “Blues Meets Girl”. 
The December Sunset and Full Moon Climb at the Cape St. George Lighthouse on St. George Island will be held on Wednesday, December 27, 2023. The Sunset and Full Moon Climb will begin at 5:30 p.m. and run until 7:30 p.m. Fifteen-minute time slots will be allotted for each group on a first come, first served basis. 

Pearl Harbor and Christmas During the War Exhibits at the CGJ Museum During December

Camp Gordon Johnston WWII Museum in Carrabelle is presenting two special exhibits in the month of December. The focus of one exhibit will be on commemorating the Anniversary of Pearl Harbor and the focus of the other exhibit will be on exploring Christmas During the War. These two exhibits will open Tuesday, November 28 and be on display until Saturday, December 30.  The museum is open every Tuesday through Saturday from 11 am to 5 pm and there is no charge for admission. 
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