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 West
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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Key West
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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Key West
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...
Key West
Art & Impact of Archival Research with Monica Berra (PEAR)
Jul 16, 2026
Discover how the stories of the past can spark new creative work in this thought-provoking workshop with award-winning filmmaker and producer Monica...
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Key West
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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Islamorada
Morada Way Third Thursday Art Walk
Jul 16, 2026, Aug 20, 2026, Sep 17, 2026
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
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...
Key Largo
Comedy for a Cause
Jul 18, 2026
Enjoy an evening of laughter while supporting two organizations making a difference in the Florida Keys. Comedy for a Cause brings together local...
Islamorada
Women's Dive Day Guided Tours at the History of Diving Museum
Jul 18, 2026
Join the History of Diving Museum in Islamorada for special guided tours in celebration of Women's Dive Day. Included with museum admission, these...
Key West
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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Fish Out of Water Live at Dockside Boot Key Harbor
Jul 20, 2026
Catch Fish Out of Water live at Dockside Boot Key Harbor in Marathon as the band brings their Can’t Stop, Won’t Stop Summer Tour to the Florida Keys...
Key West
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...
Key West
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...
Key West
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...
Key West
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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Key West
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...
Key Largo
Delicate Balance of Nature Lecture Series: Pollinators with Liah Continentino
Jul 27, 2026
Pollinators play a crucial role in healthy ecosystems and food systems, yet many are in decline. Join Liah Continentino, Environmental Horticultural...
Key West
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...
