33rd Annual Schooner Wharf Bar Wrecker’s Cup Race Series
2018-02-25 | Schooner Wharf Bar, 202 William St, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
Schooner Wharf Bar is hosting the first of four races during their Annual Wrecker’s Cup Race Series. The course is 7 miles from Key West Harbor to Sand Key and participants will race through the one way course to try to win! There will be an awards ceremony and party the same night at 7:00 p.m. with a BBQ and live music.
CALL TO ALL WRECKERS!
Ahoy Mates! It’s time to clean the bottom and pile on the sails.
The second race of the popular 33rd Annual Schooner Wharf Bar Wrecker’s Cup Race Series is set for Sunday, February 25th. This all-in-fun race series recalls the tradition of the wreckers in the Key West of the 1800’s.
Racers compete in different classes; Classic, Schooner, Multihull, Monohull over 40 feet, Monohull 30 – 39 feet, Monohull Under 29 feet, other categories may apply depending on entries. The Wrecker’s fleet consists of 16′ Hobie Cat’s to a John Alden Schooner once owned by General Patton. All sailing vessels, local sailors and visiting yachtsmen are welcome to join the regatta.
1st, 2nd & 3rd place will be awarded in each division, with trophies, Pusser’s Rum goodies, Schooner Wharf Bar Tabs & Wrecker tee shirts as prizes.
3 Start Times: 1:00 Start – Schooner, Multihull, Classic Division
1:05 Start – Monohull Over 29’ Division
1:10 Start – Monohull Under 29′ Division
Captains meeting is held Saturday, February 24th at 7:00 p.m. in the Schooner Wharf’s Sail Loft with complimentary Pusser’s Rum Punch and hors d’oeuvres from the Schooner Wharf Galley.
All participating vessels will receive up to 4 BBQ dinners for captain & crew to enjoy at the Awards Party & Ceremony. The race is video taped, see yourself under sail on the big screen! Entry fee for each vessel is $30.00
For more information visit our web site www.SchoonerWharf.com/18wreckersrace2.htm. or call 305-292-3302.

33rd Annual Schooner Wharf Bar Wrecker’s Cup Race Series
2018-02-25 | Schooner Wharf Bar, 202 William St, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
This is the second race of the Schooner Wharf Bar Wrecker’s Cup Race. The course is 7 miles from Key West Harbor to Sand Key, re-enacting the ancient wrecking tradition of Key West…a series of ruthless one way races to the reef to claim the booty.
Wreckers’ Race 2018 Release Form and Entry Form

Schooner Wharf Open Air Art & Music Affair
2018-03-03 | Schooner Wharf Bar, 202 William St, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
Come on down to the 18th Annual Schooner Wharf Open Air & Music Affair! Enjoy a colorful waterfront setting, arts and crafts by skilled Florida Keys artisans and tunes by talented local and visiting musicians. This event is unique because the show features award winning local and national artists and crafters whose work isn’t shown anywhere else.
This event is a wonderful opportunity to meet renowned artists and purchase an authentic piece of art. Enjoy cocktails , great food and have a one-of-a-kind experience!

Left: Isiah Meondoza with his original paintings and hand crafted woodwork
Right: Dwight Kalb exhibiting his vibrant oil canvases

Schooner Wharf St. Patrick's Day Celebration
2018-03-17 | Schooner Wharf Bar, 202 William St, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
More information coming soon!

St. Patrick's Day Party
2018-03-17 | The Waterfront Brewery, 201 William St., Key West, 33040, United States
The Waterfront Brewery is hosting a St. Patrick’s Day party on the roof of the bar! Enjoy live music, drink specials and a whole lot of fun.

37th Annual 7-Mile Bridge Run
2018-04-14
The 7-Mile Bridge Run is put together by the Marathon Runners Club and is the only known run that is completely surrounded by water from start to finish. Next year will be the 37th year of the race on the longest bridge in the Florida Keys.
This annual event is organized by the Marathon Runner’s Club to celebrate the opening of the bridge in 1982. The race is capped at 1,500 runners each year.
Monroe County resident registration opens on February 1, 2018 at 6am EST
General registration opens on February 6, 2018
View 2017 race results here

5th Annual Cow Key Channel Run
2018-04-15
Do you feel like running across a bridge in the Florida Keys without waking up early or breaking a sweat? This 300-foot mock marathon over the tiny Cow Key Bridge features funny costumed runners, walkers, relay teams, and even pets.
Prizes awarded for fastest, slowest, best costumed, best theatrical performance, and many more!
Photos by ​Nick Doll

Taste of Key West
2018-04-16 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York)
The 2018 Taste of Key West event will be benefiting AIDS Help. Enjoy strolling through Mallory Square and tasting flavors of Key West. Admission is FREE.
Click Here for the 2018 Taste of Key West Registration Form

35th Annual Conch Republic Independence Celebration
2018-04-21 - 2018-04-30
Celebrate 35 years of Independence for the Conch Republic!
Join the celebration of Key West’s brief secession from the United States.
Events:

Conch Shell Blowing Contest – April 21, Schooner Wharf Bar, 7pm
Duval Street Parade – April 27, 7pm
Key West Harbor Battle – April 28, Mallory Square, 6pm
Arts & Crafts Show – April 28, Duval Street, 10am – 5pm
Duval Street Bed Races – April 29, Duval Street, 2pm

Make sure to get to Schooner Wharf Bar in the Historic Seaport for a kick-off party on April 21st at 7pm.
Call (305) 296-0213 for more information about this event.
*Image from www.historichideaways.com*

23rd Annual Key West Songwriters Festival
2018-05-09 - 2018-05-13
“The Key West Songwriters Festival – the largest festival of its kind in the world. Celebrating its 23rd year. Since 1997, BMI has been a presenting sponsor of the festival and has helped it grow into both a tourist attraction and favorite of island locals. The festival revolves around five days and nights where live music bliss introduces crowds to the faces, voices and stories behind the songs.”
The location of this festival is at an array of the Key West’s most popular beaches, boats, bars, resorts and historic theaters!
View show schedule here
Information and images from keywestsongwritersfestival.com.

Free Concert! Key West Songwriter's Festival 2018
2018-05-09 22:00 - 2018-05-10 01:00 | Conch Republic Seafood Company, 631 Greene St., Key West, FL, 33040, United States
As part of the Key West Songwriter’s Festival 2018, there will be a FREE concert at Conch Republic Seafood Company in the Key West Historic Seaport. Come on out and enjoy a night of cold drinks, delicious food and great music!
View the entire schedule of events here

27th Annual Schooner Wharf Minimal Regatta
2018-05-27 | Schooner Wharf Bar, 202 William St, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
The 27th Annual Schooner Wharf Minimal Regatta is almost here! This annual event puts your creativity to the test! Build a boat from minimal materials and then compete against others right here at the Historic Seaport.
Minimal Regatta Construction Rules:
1. One sheet of 4′ x 8′ x 1/4″ plywood
2. Two 2″x 4″ 8′
3. One pound of fasteners
4. One roll of 2″ x 60 yard duct tape
5. No caulking or adhesives – Epoxy paint is permitted
6. Painting of boats is optional

Key West Pride
2018-06-06 - 2018-06-10
Key West is the place to show your PRIDE and have a great time! Bring your friends and family to celebrate in Key West and get lost in the magic. Enjoy shows, pool parties, pageants to select Mr., Miss and Ms. Key West Pride and so much more! For a full list of events, check out the event schedule.
Event Schedule
Pride Parade Application Here
-Images from keywestpride.org

5th Annual Key West Mystery Fest
2018-06-22 - 2018-06-24
The 5th Annual Key West Mystery Fest is an event where readers can chat with their favorite mystery writers, have their book signed, and participate in workshops, presentations, and panels where bestselling authors discuss their work.
A few of this year’s headliners include Ace Atkins, Otto Penzler and Heather Graham.
Schedule of Events
Register Here
Press:
“New York Times” Bestselling Author Ace Atkins to Headline Mystery Fest Key west 2018 in June – Registration is now open

6th Annual Key Lime Festival
2018-06-30 - 2018-07-04
Key Lime Pie makes Key West unique, along with the great people. This is a celebration you won’t want to miss so come on down to Key West this July! This four-day Key Lime event is packed with events to celebrate key lime! From a pie-eating contest to samples different pies, you won’t want to miss any of the tasty events.

Mile High Key Lime Pie Eatin' Contest
2018-07-04 10:00 - 12:00 | Sunset Pier at Ocean Key Resort & Spa, 0 Duval Street, Key West, Florida, 33040
Do you think you could devour a 9″ Key Lime Pie topped with a mountain of whipped cream faster than the competition? Then register for the Mile high Key Lime Pie Eatin’ Contest!
“This world famous event receives national media exposure and ranks among the sweetest competitive eating contests around” -Keylimefestival.com
FREE TO WATCH!
Entries are just $20 and include notoriety, a Key Lime Pie and souvenir Key Lime Festival T-Shirt.
Check out this video from the 2016 contest at The Waterfront Brewery!

Schooner Wharf's Mel Fisher Celebration
2018-07-14 | Schooner Wharf Bar, 202 William St, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
Spend a golden day at Schooner Wharf Bar, where Spanish galleons, treasure hunting ships, golden discoveries and priceless memories of the man who made it all happen – Mel Fisher – are on tap for this year’s Dock Party for Mel Fisher Days.
The celebration of Key West’s golden dream weaver begins at 3 p.m. Saturday, July 14th at Schooner Wharf Bar, where Mel Fisher “made his mark,” when his handprints were cast in a special mold and a section of the bar top is dedicated to his achievements.
Although it took Mel years to find the $400 million mother lode of the Spanish galleon Nuestra Senora de Atocha, it never took him long to find his friends at Schooner Wharf, where he could share his stories while keeping a sharp eye on the water that held the riches he was seeking.
This year’s Dock Party will celebrate the 33rd Anniversary of Atocha’s Mother Lode Discovery and the “good ole’ days” by welcoming the 90′ JB Magruder treasure salvage vessel back to the docks behind Schooner Wharf. For the third time since the 1980s, the 100-foot working vessel will be on display downtown, showing off the latest treasure-finding technology that scours the ocean floor for centuries-old coins, gold bars, gold chains, emeralds and silver ingots.
Meet the Atocha divers and Magruder crew as they return from treasure diving and hear tales of high-seas and high-stakes adventures from Mel’s Golden Crew, current salvors and members of the Fisher family.
The Dock Party will include a limited number of tours of the treasure hunting boat and are available between 4:30 and 6:30 pm. Advance registration discount tickets are available at www.MelFisherDays.com.
Attendees will have a chances to win cash a with the 50/50 raffle. Take a chance to win an Emerald with the popular “Have your Cake and Eat it Too” raffle at 4:30 pm. During the party, there will also be live treasure auctions to participate in and a HUGE silent auction!
There is a week long raffle for a Grade 3 Atocha coin valued at $1,400 with the drawing at Schooner Wharf later in the evening, you must be present to win!
This year’s Lifetime Achievement Award will be presented to Golden Crew member marine archaeologist, James J. Sinclair. As director of the laboratories, he was charged with the conservation of over 500,000 archaeological objects and helped in developing techniques currently used in many laboratories around the world today. In 1980 Sinclair also assisted in the archaeological recovery of the sister ship of the Atocha, the Santa Margarita, where over 20 million in treasure was recovered. He has also been the chief archaeologist on projects that range from searching for legendary shipwrecks in Indonesia, Guam and the Caribbean.
See you at the Schooner Wharf Bar for the Dock Party Saturday, July 14 to celebrate Mel Fisher Days 2018 as the JB Magruder arrives from treasure hunting and docks behind the bar!

Left Photo: Coin Winner: Lindsay Lewis (3rd from left), w/Stevie, Dave, Taffi.
Right Photo: Cupcake Raffle volunteers Pete Kammerer, Lisa Grabowski with 50/50 Drawing ticket keeper, Karolina Calderwood.
Photo Credit: Schooner Wharf Bar

Hemingway 5K Sunset Run & Paddleboard Race
2018-07-21
As part of Hemingway Days, a six-day event that commemorates the life of Ernest Hemingway who lived and wrote in Key West during the 1930s, runners walkers and anyone who loves to paddle board will have the opportunity to test their skills.
Participants will have to paddle a 3-mile ocean course beginning at 5:30 p.m. The 5K run/walk will kick off at 7:30 p.m.
Competitors can enjoy a post-race awards party with food and raffles at the Southernmost Beach Café.
Paddleboard awards will be given to the first- through 10th-place male and female finishers. In the 5K, awards will be given to the top three male and female overall finishers, top three male and female masters, and top three male and female finishers in age categories ranging from 9 and under to 75 and over.
Register Online

Photo/Video Credit: keywesthalfmarathon.com/hemingway-event-details

25th Annual Battle of the Bars
2018-08-05 12:30 - 18:30 | Schooner Wharf Bar, 202 William St, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
Some things you have to see to believe, and the 25th annual Battle of the Bars at Schooner Wharf Bar is one of those events.
This year’s showdown begins at 12:30 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 5, when teams of seven from local bars and restaurants compete in a hilarious relay race that tests their mixing, serving and drinking skills. And in true Key West style, the judges can be bribed and “bought” with donations that benefit local charities. Teams can buy their way into the next round to advance in the standings.
The fastest team takes home the trophy and bragging rights, but prizes and awards are also given for the most generous teams with the Deepest Pockets and for the Most Outrageous Team Costume.
Battle of the Bars quickly becomes a spectator sport, as soon as the first team tests their skills on the obstacle course. The enthusiastic crowd immediately gets involved in the antics, cheers for their favorites and opens their wallets to help groups that help others. So come choose your team and support local charities.
See you at the Schooner Wharf Bar! To enter your team or for more information, call 305 292-3302 or visit

Photo Credit: Schooner Wharf Bar

22nd Annual Key West Lobsterfest
2018-08-09 - 2018-08-12
Calling all lobster lovers! The beginning of lobster season is approaching so celebrate at the biggest party of the summer.
Events include a lobster boil, street fair with arts, crafts, merchandise, and lots of lobster, a free concert, and a lobster brunch to conclude the festival.
Event Schedule

Lobster Boil
2018-08-09 17:00 - 20:00 | The Waterfront Brewery, 201 William St., Key West, 33040, United States
As part of Key West Lobsterfest, The Waterfront Brewery will be hosting the annual Lobster Boil on their rooftop! Enjoy over a pound of:

Lobster
Shrimp
Andouille Sausage
Crawfish

Sides include garlic bread and fresh tossed salad with choice of dressings. A variety of drink specials will be offered as well as live entertainment.
Space is limited so book early. Paid Parking is available on Caroline Street.
Book here
Adults(12+): $29.95 Children(11 & under): $15.95

9th Annual Key West Brewfest
2018-08-30 - 2018-09-03
The 9th Annual Key West Brewfest will be during Labor Day weekend. To kick off the event, there will be a party at The Waterfront Brewery located in the Historic Seaport on Thursday, August 30, 2018 at 6 p.m. Other events include pool parties, beer tasting, a pig roast and more!
Get your tickets here

Key West Brewfest – Opening Kick Off Party
2018-08-30 18:00 - 22:00 | The Waterfront Brewery, 201 William St., Key West, 33040, United States
The Waterfront Brewery is hosting a kick off party to Key West Brewfest! The Waterfront Brewery will be releasing new Waterfront Brewery brews during this event. Enjoy an evening of craft beers brewed in the same building as the party! Full menu and game room will be available.

Key West Womenfest
2018-09-05 - 2018-09-09
Thousands of singles, couples and groups of women flock to Key West each year for this renowned celebration for lesbians and their friends. Activities generally include dance parties, poolside gatherings, sailing and snorkeling, live music, comedy performances and more!
View event schedule here

Insider's Tour: Key West
2018-09-27 - 2018-09-29
Coming to Key West and the Historic Seaport is an exclusive Insider’s Tour from the Florida Trust for Historic Preservation. Historians, preservationists and Florida Trust members will make their way down to Key West for a historic weekend filled with tours of museums, private historic homes and more.

The Marker Waterfront Resort is the official hotel sponsor of the Insider’s Tour.

Thank you to all of the event sponsors:

Read more about this event from the Florida Trust for Historic Preservation HERE
Read the KWHS blog with more details on the Insider’s Tour HERE

Southernmost Marathon
2018-10-06
Key West Running Festival | Full Marathon, Half Marathon & 5k
Be part of the Key West Running Festival by running a full marathon (26.2mi run), half marathon (13.1mi run) or 5K (3.1mi run) and enjoy the beautiful views all around.
Register here
Race Course

Bahama Village Goombay Festival
2018-10-19 | Bahama Village, FL, 33040, United States
Photo Credit: http://www.fantasyfest.com/photos
The Bahama Village Goombay Festival is a free family-friendly event! Held in Key West’s historic Bahama Village neighborhood, the lively Goombay is known for its island-style food, arts and crafts, nonstop live entertainment and dancing in the streets. Visitors can experience sights, sounds and flavors recalling Key West’s Bahamian heritage.

Fantasy Fest
2018-10-19 - 2018-10-28
The 39th Annual Key West Fantasy Fest is an outrageous costuming and masking celebration that features flamboyant masquerade competitions including one for pets, a headdress ball, exuberant promenades, street fairs and a grand parade that stars marching groups, island-style bands and lavish floats. Events take place at different locations in Key West and some in the Historic Seaport.
History of Fantasy Fest
On October 28, Schooner Wharf Bar will be hosting a groovy event that you won’t want to miss. There will be a body painting contest, live music and a contest for the sexiest Hippie Chick & Grooviest Dude. We’ll see you there!
*Images from www.fantasyfest.com

Schooner Wharf's Wharfstock
2018-10-24 | Schooner Wharf Bar, 202 William St, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
Photo Credit: Schooner Wharf Bar
Wharfstock is an event during Fantasy Fest taking place on October 24, 2018 at 7 p.m. Return to the days of peace, love, and music–Woodstock style! Come and get groovy with tie-dye, flower power, and psychedelic colors. There will be a body painting contest and live music. This is FREE event to enter and FREE to attend.
*Flyer Coming Soon*

38th Annual Key West World Championships
2018-11-04 - 2018-11-11 | Truman Waterfront, 202 Southard Street, Key West, 33040, United States
Logo/Photos: http://superboat.com – Header Image: Powerboat Hub
The Super Boat International Races was founded in 1989 and are the worlds biggest and fasted offshore racing series. This annual event has attracted many celebrity racers over the years, including don Johnson, Kurt Russell and Chick Norris.
The racecourse is rectangular and five miles in length. Race day #1 of the Key West series will be Wednesday, November 7, day #2 on Thursday, November 8 and day #3 on Friday, November 9. Check out the detailed race schedule here: Race Schedule.
