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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Mile 0 Fest
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Experience Mile 0 Fest in the stunning Florida Keys! Enjoy five days of top Texas Red Dirt & Americana music, beachfront parties, and unforgettable...
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Lignumvitae Christmas
Saturday, December 5, 2026 Celebrate the holiday season with a unique island experience at Lignumvitae Christmas, held at Lignumvitae Key Botanical...
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7 Mile SantaCon
Get ready to celebrate the holidays Florida Keys style at the 2026 7 Mile SantaCon in Marathon, Florida! Dress in your most festive holiday gear and...
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Key West
Rich Vos at Comedy Key West
Dec 3rd - Dec 6, 2026 Rich Vos has four specials on Comedy Central and over 100 television appearances. He has been seen on HBO, HBO Max, Netflix...
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Steven Rogers at Comedy Key West
Dec 7 - Dec 10, 2025 Steven Rogers is a stand-up comedian known for his unique blend of wit, vulnerability, and sharp observational humor. His comedic...
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Shooting Star
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December 8, 2026 through January 2, 2027. Settle in for a heartwarming night of theater at Key West's beloved Red Barn Theatre, where Steven Dietz's...
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Islamorada
Fall Lecture Series: The Florida Sponge War, Conflict Between Key West and the Gulf Towns
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Wednesday, December 9, 2026. Social hour at 5:00 p.m., lecture at 6:00 p.m. Dr. Rina Bousalis closes the Florida Keys History & Discovery Center’s...
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Distinguished Speaker Series: The Florida Sponge War, Culture, Competition, and Conflict
Thursday, December 10, 2026, from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. Dr. Rina Bousalis takes the Florida Sponge War to Williams Hall for the Key West Art & Historical...
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Shaun Cassidy UNWRAPPED: Songs & Stories For The Holidays
Thursday, December 10, 2026. Get ready to unwrap the holidays Key West style! Grammy-nominated singer, actor, writer, and producer Shaun Cassidy...
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Personal Effects at Fringe Theater
Dec 9 - Dec 13, 2025 Experience the world premiere of Personal Effects by local playwright Chris Moore, running December 9–13. When the adult children...
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Holiday Concert & Bazaar
Celebrate the season at the annual Holiday Concert & Bazaar at the Key West Museum of Art & History. This festive community event brings together...
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Islamorada
Islamorada Junior Sailfish Tournament
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Celebrate the 61st Islamorada Junior Sailfish Tournament, a longstanding Florida Keys tradition that brings young anglers and families together for...
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Islamorada
A Night in Monaco: Black & White Formal Gala Casino Night
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Friday, December 11, 2026 | 6–10 p.m. Dress to impress for A Night in Monaco, a Black & White Formal Gala Casino Night hosted by the Florida Keys...
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Key West
The Broken Hearts: A Tribute to Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers
Saturday, December 12, 2026. Get ready to feel like a Refugee and dance down to the Last DJ as The Broken Hearts bring their acclaimed tribute to Tom...
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18th Annual A Positive Step 5K Rudolph Red Nose Run
Saturday, December 12, 2026. Pull on your loudest holiday pajamas and head for the southern end of Duval Street, because the 18th annual A Positive...
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Southpoint Divers Holiday Morning Reef Dives
Wednesday, December 23, 2026, with four more departures on December 26, December 29, January 1 and January 4. Check-in is 8:00 a.m., the boat leaves...
