2025 Lorain Lighthouse Sunset Wine Dinners
The 2025 Lorain Lighthouse Sunset Wine Dinners will start on June 17, 2025 and continue every Tuesday through September 16, 2025 (weather permitting for all). This is a fantastic way to celebrate a special occasion and catch one of Ohio’s most beautiful sunsets. The evening includes a boat ride (departing by from Dock “A” (Transit Dock) at the Oasis Marina at Port Lorain, 301 Lakeside Ave. (north of the building) to and from the lighthouse and a brief guided tour of the inside of the lighthouse.
The Lighthouse is NOT HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE and high heels are not recommended.
With the exception of service animals, pets ARE NOT ALLOWED at the Lighthouse.
The dinner (please be sure to choose among 2 dinner choices), including a wine paired with each course (or your choice of beer, soft drinks or water) is catered by Lorain Brewing Company. The cost per person is $165.
Reservations will be available online beginning April 1, 2025.
Purchase Tickets =>>> Here
You may also make reservations for the Sunset Dinners by calling 440-752-8955 (starting April 1, 2025). There is a limited number of 18 reservations available for each dinner, so please call early.
2025 Lorain Lighthouse July 4th Picnic
The Lorain Lighthouse Sunset foundation is celebrating the Fourth of July with a “Fireworks Picnic” at the Historic Lorain Lighthouse from 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm (weather permitting) and offers a “spectacular” view of the annual fireworks display sponsored by the Lorain Port and Financing Authority. The fireworks will be launched from the Port Authority’s Mile Long Pier.
The “Fireworks” picnic will be held at the Lighthouse and includes a menu to be determined with, beer, wine, soft drinks and water. The picnic is catered by – to be determined. The cost per person is $125 (includes tip).
This is a fantastic way to celebrate our Nation’s Independence Day at one of Ohio’s most beautiful venues. The evening includes a boat ride (departing from the Lorain Port Authority Black River Wharf launch off 14th Street in Lorain, Ohio) to and from the Lighthouse and a brief guided tour of the Lighthouse. Purchase Tickets =>>> Here
2025 Lorain Lighthouse Tours
Tours of the inside of the Lorain Lighthouse are available during the summer months departing by boat from Dock “A” (Transit Dock) at the Oasis Marina at Port Lorain, 301 Lakeside Ave. (north of the building). See schedule below for tour dates and times.
The Lighthouse is NOT HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE and high heels are not recommended.
With the exception of service animals, pets ARE NOT ALLOWED at the Lighthouse.
Children under the age of 12 are not allowed to climb the ladder to the Lantern Room.
ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES ARE NOT PERMITTED ON THE TOUR BOAT.
Tickets for the boat ride and tour are $25.00 for adults and children of all ages. They will be available online beginning April 1, 2025.
Purchase Tickets =>>> Here
You may also make reservations for the Lighthouse Tours
by calling 440-752-8955.
Reservations have priority over walk-ins.
Proceeds go to the Lighthouse restoration and maintenance. Financial support is always needed and all donations are welcome – visit DONATE TO THE LIGHTHOUSE to make a donation.
Thank you and we will see you out at the Lighthouse!
Merchandise will be available for sale at the Lorain Lighthouse.
Each boat will depart Dock A every hour as follows:
JUNE
June 7, Saturday: 1st Tour Departs Dock A @ 11:00 am
2nd Tour Departs Dock A @ 12:00 pm
3rd Tour Departs Dock A @ 1:00 pm
4th Tour Departs Dock A @ 2:00 pm
June 14, Saturday: 1st Tour Departs Dock A @ 11:00 am
2nd Tour Departs Dock A @ 12:00 pm
3rd Tour Departs Dock A @ 1:00 pm
4th Tour Departs Dock A @ 2:00 pm
June 22, Sunday: 1st Tour Departs Dock A @ 11:00 am
2nd Tour Departs Dock A @ 12:00 pm
3rd Tour Departs Dock A @ 1:00 pm
4th Tour Departs Dock A @ 2:00 pm
JULY
July 6, Sunday: 1st Tour Departs Dock A @ 11:00 am
2nd Tour Departs Dock A @ 12:00 pm
3rd Tour Departs Dock A @ 1:00 pm
4th Tour Departs Dock A @ 2:00 pm
July 13, Sunday: 1st Tour Departs Dock A @11:00 am
2nd Tour Departs Dock A @ 12:00 pm
3rd Tour Departs Dock A @ 1:00 pm
4th Tour Departs Dock A @ 2:00 pm
July 16, Wednesday: 1st Tour Departs Dock A @5:00 pm
2nd Tour Departs Dock A @ 6:00 pm
3rd Tour Departs Dock A @ 7:00 pm
4th Tour Departs Dock A @ 8:00 pm
July 26, Saturday: 1st Tour Departs Dock A @11:00 am
2nd Tour Departs Dock A @ 12:00 pm
3rd Tour Departs Dock A @ 1:00 pm
4th Tour Departs Dock A @ 2:00 pm
AUGUST
August 9, Saturday: 1st Tour Departs Dock A @11:00 am
2nd Tour Departs Dock A @ 12:00 pm
3rd Tour Departs Dock A @ 1:00 pm
4th Tour Departs Dock A @ 2:00 pm
August 13, Wednesday: 1st Tour Departs Dock A @5:00 pm
2nd Tour Departs Dock A @ 6:00 pm
3rd Tour Departs Dock A @ 7:00 pm
4th Tour Departs Dock A @ 8:00 pm
August 17, Sunday: 1st Tour Departs Dock A @11:00 am
2nd Tour Departs Dock A @ 12:00 pm
3rd Tour Departs Dock A @ 1:00 pm
4th Tour Departs Dock A @ 2:00 pm
August 30, Saturday: 1st Tour Departs Dock A @11:00 am
2nd Tour Departs Dock A @ 12:00 pm
3rd Tour Departs Dock A @ 1:00 pm
4th Tour Departs Dock A @ 2:00 pm
SEPTEMBER
September 6, Saturday: 1st Tour Departs Dock A @11:00 am
2nd Tour Departs Dock A @ 12:00 pm
3rd Tour Departs Dock A @ 1:00 pm
4th Tour Departs Dock A @ 2:00 pm
September 13, Saturday: 1st Tour Departs Dock A @11:00 am
2nd Tour Departs Dock A @ 12:00 pm
3rd Tour Departs Dock A @ 1:00 pm
4th Tour Departs Dock A @ 2:00 pm
Lighthouse Special Events & Tours
Any person and/or group may schedule a private special event (wedding, anniversary or special occasion) at the Lighthouse or a private tour of the inside of the Lighthouse .
All private special events will be required to submit a Special Event Application to the Lighthouse Foundation for review. Rental fees are outlined on the application.
Anyone who would like to schedule a private tour of the Lighthouse should call Ron at (440) 752-8955 to make arrangements.