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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Key Lime Festival
Jul 1 - 5, 2026
The Key Lime Festival is a vibrant, multi-day celebration held each summer in Key West, Florida, honoring the island’s signature citrus and quirky...
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America's 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence Cookout
Jul 3, 2026
Join a free, family-friendly cookout on the lawn of the Truman Little White House in Key West to celebrate America’s 250th! Enjoy BBQ, a cash bar, and...
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Hemingway Days & Hemingway Look-Alike Contest
Jul 21 - 26, 2026
Key West comes alive with Hemingway Days, a spirited five-day festival celebrating the life, legacy, and island era of Ernest “Papa” Hemingway. The...
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Place and Setting in Fiction Writing with M. L. Rio (PEAR)
Jul 16, 2026, Jul 17, 2026
Thursday & Friday, July 16 & 17, 1 – 2:30pm Where does a story live? In this generative workshop, novelist M. L. Rio explores the dynamic relationship...
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Summertime Stories: Original song session with Meghan Barter
Jul 18, 2026
Join Key West singer-songwriter Meghan Barter for the release of her debut EP, Human Jukebox, at the Key West Theater's Back Stage Listening Room. The...
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Papa’s Pilar 6th Annual Cocktail Classic
Jul 19, 2026
Sample creative rum cocktails crafted by bartenders from across the Florida Keys at the 6th Annual Papa’s Pilar Cocktail Classic. Guests can taste a...
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Stop Making Sense at HiNote
Jul 21, 2026
Experience a screening of Stop Making Sense, the acclaimed 1984 concert film featuring Talking Heads and frontman David Byrne. Presented at HiNote...
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An Enchanted Hour in the Garden: Jiayin Shen & Peter Fortunado
Jul 21, 2026
Poet Peter Fortunato and pianist Jiayin Shen come together for an evening of poetry and music in the PEAR House Courtyard. Shen will perform...
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Key West Marlin Tournament (2026)
Jul 22 - 25, 2026
Experience the thrill of world-class sportfishing at the Key West Marlin Tournament! Join us in the Florida Keys for exciting competition, cash prizes...
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Hemingway 5K Sunset Run & Beer Mile
Jul 24 - 26, 2026
Experience the excitement of the Key West Half Marathon! Run through stunning oceanfront views, lively streets, and historic landmarks in the heart of...
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Summer Studio Series #4: To Be a Phoenix
Jul 24, 2026, Jul 25, 2026, Jul 26, 2026
Experience the Key West International Dance Company’s Summer Studio Series #4: To Be a Phoenix, taking place July 24 through 26, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. at...
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Duo Kinetica: Jiayin Shen & Eric Dyer
Jul 28, 2026
Visual artist Eric Dyer and pianist Jiayin Shen join forces for Duo Kinetica, a multimedia performance developed through a residency at The Studios of...
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Experience “Unspoken Bond” at the Key West Theater
Jul 31, 2026
Friday, July 31, 2026, the Key West Theater will host a special screening of Unspoken Bond, a moving documentary that explores the extraordinary...
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One Night Stand: A 24-Hour Theater Experience
Aug 1, 2026
Saturday, August 1 | 7PM & 9PM One Night Stand returns to The Studios of Key West for its wildly popular 24-hour theater event, where teams of writers...
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28th Annual Key West Lobsterfest
Aug 5 - 9, 2026
Dive into the ultimate seafood celebration at Key West Lobsterfest! Enjoy fresh lobster, vibrant street parties, live music, and delicious local...
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Key West Artisan Market: Lobster Best Edition
Aug 9, 2026
Celebrate the start of Florida Keys lobster season at the Key West Artisan Market: Lobster Best Edition at Higgs Beach in Key West. This special...
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Tropical Heat 2026
Aug 12 - 16, 2026
Experience Tropical Heat in Key West! This all-male, four-day festival features sizzling pool parties, dance events, and unforgettable nightlife in...
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Key West RumFest
Aug 12 - 16, 2026
Experience the ultimate island celebration at Key West Rum Fest! Enjoy tastings from top rum brands, live music, tropical cocktails, and vibrant...
