Saturday January 3
6:00pm - 8:00pm EST
St. George Lighthouse, 2B East Gulf Beach Drive, St. George Island, FL, 32328, United States
CAPE ST. GEORGE LIGHT TO HOST JANUARY SUNSET AND FULL MOON CLIMBSaturday, January 3, 2026 | 6–8 p.m. | St. George Island, Florida GEORGE ISLAND, FL – Experience the beauty of St. George Island under the glow of the first full moon of the new year! The St. George Lightho......More
CAPE ST. GEORGE LIGHT TO HOST JANUARY SUNSET AND FULL MOON CLIMBSaturday, January 3, 2026 | 6–8 p.m. | St. George Island, Florida GEORGE ISLAND, FL – Experience the beauty of St. George Island under the glow of the first full moon of the new year! The St. George Lighthouse Association will host its January Sunset and Full Moon Climb on Saturday, January 3, 2026, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Event Highlights Sunset at 5:54 p.m.Moonrise at 6:17 p.m.Climb Details Time: 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.Format: Fifteen-minute lighthouse climbs are offered on a first-come, first-served basis.Capacity: Each time slot is limited to 12 climbers to ensure safety and comfort.Tickets: Tickets can be purchased beginning at 5:30 p.m. in the Lighthouse Gift Shop, No advance reservations will be accepted.Cost: General Public – $10.00 per climber SGLA Member – $7.00 per climberPayment: Cash and credit cards are accepted.Visitor Requirements All climbers must be at least 40 inches tall.For safety reasons, only children aged 13 and older may access the exterior catwalk.Location – The Cape St. George Light is in Lighthouse Park at the center of St. George Island – End of Island Drive (off the bridge) at Gulf Beach Drive. How to Participate Arrive at Lighthouse Park and park in lots on either side of the park.Visit the Gift Shop (opening at 5:30 p.m.) to purchase your climb ticket.Proceed next door to the lighthouse tower and sign up with the lighthouse keeper for your preferred 15-minute climb time.Prepare for an unforgettable experience of sweeping panoramic views of Gulf waters and island shores.Weather Permitting – The Sunset and Full Moon Climb is weather permitting. In the event of inclement conditions, updates will be posted on the St. George Lighthouse, Museum & Gift Shop Facebook page.About the Wolf MoonThe January full moon, often called the “Wolf Moon,” was named by early Native American tribes and European settlers who associated its appearance with the howling of wolves echoing through the cold midwinter nights. The Wolf Moon symbolizes renewal, reflection, and the quiet strength of the winter season making this climb a perfect way to welcome the new year with peace and purpose.
St. George Lighthouse, 2B East Gulf Beach Drive, St. George Island, FL, 32328, United States