Events
It's not just another day in paradise! You'll find doings and happenings up and down the Keys, nearly every day of the year. Check out the latest fun and frolic below.
Only-In-The-Keys Festivals & Events
There’s always something happening in the Florida Keys & Key West, from eclectic festivals focusing on the area’s colorful history, arts and notable cuisine to events that celebrate the Keys’ unique environment, underwater adventures and quirky ambiance.
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Islamorada
Swim for Alligator Lighthouse
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Dive into an unforgettable adventure in the Florida Keys during the Alligator Lighthouse Swim, an exhilarating open-water challenge surrounded by...
Key Largo
Science Saturdays: Marine Ecology
Join REEF for a free community science lesson and activity in the Science Discovery Classroom. This week explores Florida Keys ecosystems by examining...
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Islamorada
Son del Mundo Hispanic Heritage Event
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Celebrate the rich traditions, flavors, and creativity of Hispanic culture at the Hispanic Heritage Celebration in the Florida Keys. This lively...
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Key Largo
Pennekamp Paddle Day
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Saturday, September 12, 2026 | 11 a.m.–4 p.m. John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park, Key Largo Grab a paddle and dive into a day of family fun at...
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Islamorada
Fish With A Hero Islamorada: Heroes' Welcome & Reception
Tuesday, September 15, 2026 | 6–8 p.m. | Islamorada Come together for a heartfelt evening of gratitude and community as Islamorada welcomes 25 wounded...
Key West
Aaron Berg at Comedy Key West
Wednesday, September 16 through Saturday, September 19, 2026, with one show each night at 8:00 p.m. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. New York comic Aaron Berg...
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Marathon
Grassy Key Paddle Battle
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Make a splash in the Florida Keys with an unforgettable week of water sports, wellness, and island adventure at Grassy Flats Resort & Beach Club. The...
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Herman Lucerne Memorial Backcountry Championship (2026)
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Experience one of the Florida Keys’ most distinctive fishing traditions when the Herman Lucerne Memorial Backcountry Championship returns to...
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Key West
Happy Hour with the Historian | Presidents in the Florida Keys: Power, Politics, and Retreat
Discover the surprising presidential history of the Florida Keys during this installment of the Key West Art & Historical Society’s Happy Hour with...
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Islamorada
Morada Way Third Thursday Art Walk
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Every third Thursday of the month from 6 to 9 p.m., Morada Way in Islamorada comes alive with color, music, flavor, and island charm. Stroll through...
Key West
Hush Money
Fridays, September 18 and September 25, 2026, from 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. in Key West. The run continues on October 9 and October 30, plus a late show on...
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Key West
Walk on White
Stroll, sip, and discover Key West’s creative side during Walk on White, the island’s beloved monthly art walk through the vibrant White Street arts...
Key Largo
Science Saturdays: Invasive Species - Lionfish
Join REEF for a free community science lesson and activity in the Science Discovery Classroom. This week covers the spread of the invasive lionfish in...
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Key Largo
REEF Ocean After Hours - Lionfish Jewelry Workshop
September 22, 2026, at 6 p.m. Turn an invasive species into a one-of-a-kind keepsake during Ocean After Hours: Lionfish Jewelry Workshop at the REEF...
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Key Largo
Paint Night at Divers Direct Key Largo
Thursday, September 24, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. Get creative with an ocean-inspired evening during Free Paint Night at Divers Direct Key Largo...
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Key West
Key West: Surface Interval Dive Social
Thursday, September 24, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. Connect with fellow divers during Surface Interval at Divers Direct Key West, a relaxed community gathering...
