Key West Historic Seaport

Annual Cow Key Channel Run
2019-04-07 10:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Cow Key Channel Bridge, Cow Key Channel Bridge, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
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!

Cow Key 2018 Highlights – Discow Inferno! from Wonder Studios on Vimeo.

24th Annual Taste of Key West
2019-04-15 18:00 - 21:00 | Mallory Square, 400 Wall St, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
Come out to Mallory Square in Key West for this historic 24th Annual Taste of Key West Food & Wine tasting! This three-hour event will feature over 50 restaurants AND over 100 beers and wines for foodies to chose from. Try anything from different Caribbean dishes, European delicacies, vegetarian options, and so much more! General admission is $20 or buy tickets based upon what dining and drink options appeals to you the most.

Schooner Wharf Conch Republic Independence Celebration
2019-04-19 19:00 - 2019-04-28 19:00 | Schooner Wharf Bar, 202 William St, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
Events April 19-28, 2019
Headquarters of the Conch Republic Independence Celebration

Schooner Wharf Kick-Off Party – April 19th at 7 p.m.
Schooner Wharf Kick Off Party is the start of the Conch Republic Independence Celebration on Friday, April 19th at 7 p.m. The festivities kick off at 7 p.m. with the Last Mangoes band playing steel drum dance rhythms of the Caribbean. Their live shows are ever-changing and wide-ranging in the styles audiences crave — From Reggae to Motown to rock to funk and beyond! Definitely bring your dancing shoes! Listen to how it all happened! Conch Republic Prime Minister Dennis Wardlow will be on stage recounting the story of the events that led to our secession, as can only be told by the mayor who spearheaded our secession in 1982! We seceded from the United States, surrendered and demanded foreign aid (we are still
waiting on that!) Long Live the Conch Republic!
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Schooner Wharf After Parade Party – April 25th at 9 p.m.
Be a Conch Republic Patriot and join the annual Independence March to the Sea at Schooner Wharf Bar on Thursday, April 25th. Follow the Parade in Mardi Gras Style to Schooner Wharf where the parade ends and the party begins! The Cool Coconuts will be rocking the house, with the steel pan sound of the islands to Motown, Soul, Funk, and Reggae! Costume and float prizes will be given at the Awards Ceremony. The parade starts at 8:00 p.m.
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Schooner Wharf Victory Party and Surrender Ceremony – April 26th at 7 p.m.
Join your Conch Republic comrades-in-arms at Schooner Wharf Bar for the annual Conch Republic Naval Parade and Great Battle Surrender Ceremony, Friday, April 26th at Schooner Wharf Bar.
Make your war-weary way to Schooner Wharf Bar for the Victory Party and Surrender Ceremony at 9 p.m.. Fuel on Fire will be lighting up the Schooner Wharf stage, bringing dynamic sound and energy to the house. Country, classic and current rock favorites, as well as their originals. This band definitely gets the dance floor alive! Captains and crew, there is a MANDATORY meeting for all participating vessels on the upper deck of Schooner Wharf Bar on Tuesday, April 23 rd at 9 p.m. Schooner Wharf Bar is the Official Headquarters of the Conch Republic Independence Celebration.
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Schooner Wharf Pirates Ball and Costume Competition April 27th at 7 p.m.
The Pirates Ball and Costume Competition is at Schooner Wharf on Saturday, April 27th. Festivities start at 7pm with sword play, swashbuckling, sea chanties and a welcome announcement by Key West’s own band of pyrates, Conch Republic Privateers. There will be a Costume Contest, with 1st , 2nd and 3rd prizes for Best Wench and Best Buccaneer. There will also be a prize awarded for Best Bustier and Cutthroat Surprise. The Conch Republic Privateers will walk around in the crowd and sign up contestants around 7:45 p.m. and go until about 8:45 p.m. Contest will start around 9 p.m.
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Schooner Wharf Wrecker’s Cup Race 1 p.m & Awards Party & Ceremony April 28th at 7 p.m.
The final race of the 34th Annual Schooner Wharf Bar Wrecker’s Cup Race Series is here, when captains, crews and passengers race the seven miles to Sand Key on an annual quest for bragging rights on this small island. The day of wreckoning is Sunday, April 28th , at 1 p.m. when ships in six different classes will reenact the times in Key West history when wreckers would race to a disabled ship, rescue the crew and then lay claim to the cargo.

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Conch Republic Independence Celebration
2019-04-20 19:00 - 2019-04-28 20:00 | Schooner Wharf Bar, 202 William St, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
Celebrate 37 years of Independence for the Conch Republic!
Join the celebration of Key West’s brief secession from the United States that honors our eccentric community with races and nonstop parties. Every April, people come from all over to celebrate the independence of Key West and the entire Florida Keys!
Events:

4/19: Official 2019 Kick-Off Party and Conch Shell Blowing Contest – 7pm – Schooner Wharf
4/20: Royal Family Elections & Investiture Party – 6pm – Southernmost House Hotel
4/23: Conch Republic Independence Day Ceremony & Flag Raising – KW FIre Department Simonton & Angela
4/23: Conch Republic Military Muster 6-8PM – Gardens Hotel
4/24: Hot Havana Night Party of the Year! Hot! Hot! Hot! 7-11pm – Turtle Kraals
4/25: The Conch Republic’s “World’s Longest Parade”& After-Party & Awards Ceremony – 8PM – parade start at Duval & United, party at Schooner Wharf Bar
4/26: Conch Republic Naval Parade & “Great Battle of the Conch Republic” Re-enactment – 7pm
4/26: Conch Republic Celebration Victory Party and Surrender Ceremony of the Great Sea Battle – 9pm

Make sure to get to Schooner Wharf Bar in the Historic Seaport for a kick-off party on April 19th at 7pm.

Call (305) 294-0990 for more information about this event.

34th Annual Schooner Wharf Bar Wrecker's Cup Race Series
2019-04-28 | Schooner Wharf Bar, 202 William St, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
The Key West Historic Seaport is excited to announce the 4th and FINAL race of the Schooner Wharf Bar Wrecker’s Cup Race Series! Come out on Sunday, April 28th, at 1 PM. This is a fun and exciting 7 Mile course stretching from Key West Harbor to Sand Key. Help us in recreating ancient wrecking traditions of old Key West!
“No protests, no pageantry, just race with us — Or against us!”

Key West Songwriters Festival
2019-05-08 20:00 - 2019-05-12 18:00 | Key West, 201 William Street, Key West, FL, 33040
The Key West Songwriters Festival is almost here! This incredible Music Festival is the largest festival of its kind in the world! Celebrating its 24th year, this incredible festival revolves around five days and nights of 50 free shows that are staged at an array of the island’s most popular drinking holes and hot spots! This five-day event is where live music introduces crowds to the faces, voices, and stories behind the songs.
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For Show Schedule Click Here!

28th Annual Schooner Wharf Minimal Regatta
2019-05-26 | Schooner Wharf Bar, 202 William St, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
Are you looking for a way to maximize the most out of your fun this upcoming Memorial Day weekend? Well, look no further. Starting on May 26th, the 28th Annual Schooner Wharf Minimal Regatta is guaranteed to provide the most entertainment and more than a few laughs. 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. With some thin plywood, a lot of duct tape and good ol’ fashioned luck in tow — You will be sure to gain an entry spot in this historic regatta. Once you complete a vessel inspection at 12:30PM, on May 26th you will be good and ready to hit the waters at 1:30 PM.
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
There are two categories of “Minimal Vessels” — Kayak/ Canoe Design & Open Design. Competitors will win prizes in each design group for Fastest – 1st & 2nd Place. Other prizes are awarded for the Most Creative Design – 1st & 2nd Place, Best Paint Jobs, Best Costumed Entries, Sportsmanship Awards, AND Sinker Awards. *information provided by schoonerwharf.com

Registration Form Available Soon

Swim Around Key West
2019-05-31 | Smathers Beach, 2601 South Roosevelt Blvd, Key West, 33040
This historic swim is an “around-the-island” swim begun in 1977 by Anna Fugina. After suffering injuries from a car accident, Anna sought out swimming to assist in her recovery. As her health improved, so did her swimming abilities and her love for the sport soon emerged. With her admiration for swimming quickly growing, Anna was curious if it was possible to swim the circumference of the island of Key West. After much research, Anna found no evidence that anyone had ever attempted the challenge. On July 4th she entered the water at Mallory Square at Key West Harbor. Within 12:59:00 After studying the tidal current she knew the swim would be an easier task. Swimming again in 1978 her time improved considerably, finishing in 8:00 hours. With that, the Swim Around Key West was born!
The current record finishing time is 3:31:28 set by Gabe Lindsey in 1999. Any first-place swimmer who beats that record time will be rewarded with $1000 at the awards ceremony following the swim! Every entered swimmer will be given a technical t-shirt listing the overall first place swimmers and their finishing times from 1977 to present. The front of each t-shirt showcases the original artwork of local Key West artist Abigail White.
Apply Online Here!
Results from 2018 to 2006
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Reef Relief Coral Camp 2019
2019-06-03 08:00 - 2019-08-09 08:00 | Reef Relief, 631 Greene Street, Key West, 33041
Summer Coral Camp is Almost Here. Reserve Your Spot Today!
Summer Coral Camp for Kids is only two weeks away and spots are filling up quickly! 6-12 year old youths will have the chance to explore and learn about our surrounding marine environment through exciting educational activities at the Reef Relief Environmental Center in Key West. Each fun-packed day, campers experience hands-on-learning, interactive games, and outdoor activities. Activities include science and art projects, field trips around Key West, and four days of snorkeling in the backcountry and at barrier reef.
The first week of Summer Break Coral Camp starts June 3. There are 9 sessions of camp throughout the summer. Each one-week session is limited to 25 campers. Coral Camp runs Monday through Friday from 8:30am – 4:30pm. Camp fees are $225 per child per week.
For more information about registration and dates of each weekly session, call Reef Relief at 305-294-3100 or email reefrelief@gmail.com.
Reef Relief is a nonprofit membership organization dedicated to improving and protecting our coral reef ecosystem.

Coral Camp Registration Form
Reef Relief Scholarship Application 2019

Coral Camp Weeks 2019
Week 1 June 3-7: 21
Week 2 June 10-14 : 25
Week 3 June 17-21 : 21
Week 4 June 24-28 :24
Week 5 July 8-12 : 18
Week 6 July 15-19 :21
Week 7 July 22-26 :13
Week 8 July 29- August 2: 17
Week 9 August 5-9: 22

Key West PRIDE
2019-06-05 17:00 - 2019-06-09 17:00 | Key West, 201 William Street, Key West, 33040
Celebrate PRIDE on a tropical island that is legendary for its laidback style and its very own accepting atmosphere! Rediscover Key West and discover how one island’s One Human Familiy philosophy has created one of the most integrated and unique communities in the world!

PRIDE Parade Application!
Key West PRIDE 2019 Calendar

Key West Pride 2019 Daily Activities

Land Activities: Key West Food Tours, Southernmost Escape Room, Up the Keys Eco Tour (20% off with ad mention), Fort Zachary State Park, West Martello Tower, KW Tropical Forest and Botanical Garden, Key West Cemetery, Key West Adventures, Papa Scooters, Papa’s Pilar Rum Distillery, Ghost Hunt, Old Town Trolley Tours, Conch Tour Train, Haunted Key West, Ghosts and Mysteries, Ghosts and Gravestones, Key West Helicopter Tour, Effusion Gallery, D’vine Wine Gallery, Key West Fine Wine
Water Activities: Danger Charters (20% off with ad mention), Mellow Ventures, Fury, Sunset Watersports, Java Cat, Schooner America, Sunset Sail Key West, Classic Harbor Lines, Fish N Chicks, Nice Guy Charters, Fish Andy, Jolly Rover II
Museums: Earnest Hemingway, Eco-Discovery Center, Key West Butterfly Conservatory, Little White House, Key West Aquarium, Mel Fisher Maritime Museum, Key West Firehouse Museum, Key West Light House, Key West Ship Wreck Museum, Ripley’s Believe it or Not, Oldest House and Garden Museum, USCGC Ingham Museum, Tennessee Williams Exhibit

Slightly Stoopid, Matisyahu, Tribal Seeds and Hirie at Truman Waterfront Park Amphitheater
2019-06-09 | Key West Amphitheater at Truman Waterfront, 21 E Quay Rd, Key West, 33040
The Key West Historic Seaport is excited to announce that one of our favorite water excursion companies, Fury Water Adventures, is one of the official sponsors of the Slightly Stoopid concert on June 9th. This California-based band is in their second decade of making music. Their eclectic musical style has continued to captivate audiences and is considered “a spiritual bath of positive party energy.” Come see them live at Truman Waterfront Amphitheater. Grab your beach towel, let the music hit you and experience this incredible show as the sun goes down and the lights go up!
If watching a concert on the waterfront in the Florida Keys isn’t enough, enhance your overall experience by booking your own concert, hotel, and water excursion package today!
Each Package Includes:

One Night Concert Ticket PER PERSON
Two Nights of Accommodation at a boutique property in Old Town Key West (Breakfast, all taxes and resort fees included) OR
Two Night stay at Boyd’s Campground Site
Fury Water Adventures’ Excursion: Choice of Parasailing, Snorkeling, Glass Bottom Boat or Two-Day Bike Rental PER PERSON (Approx. $50 value per person)
$40 Local Bar & Restaurant Credit ($20 Gift Card to Blue Macaw & $20 Gift card to Smokin’ Tuna Saloon)
Swag Bag with reusable souvenir cup & other goodies
Exclusive Access to Pre-Show Fan Party on Friday, June 8th, Featuring live local music in an intimate private setting

Order Your Slightly Stoopid Tickets Here!

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3rd Annual Mango Fest Key West
2019-06-27 17:30 - 2019-06-30 17:30 | Conch Republic Seafood Company, 631 Greene St., Key West, FL, 33040, United States
Brought to you by the Key West Athletic League, Mango Fest of Key West features all things mango! From tastings to various mango trees and mango daiquiris, this kid-friendly culinary event has so much to offer! Come out on Saturday, June 29th, at 10am to 3pm and enjoy competitions between local chefs and residents showcasing the colorful abilities of what The King of Fruit has to offer. The Vendor Village gives art collectors and foodies the experience of a festival atmosphere. Music is provided along with live radio broadcasts. Enjoy anything from a Paint n’ Sip to a 5k walk/ run AND the Key West Historic Seaports very own Scavenger Hunt!
For a detail list of events, please see the list below!

Mango Fest of Key West Events

Paint n’ Sip | Thursday, June 27 at 5:30pm at Club at Key West Harbour
(6000 Peninsular Ave.)
Kickoff Party | Friday, June 28th at 6PM–8:30PM at Durty Harry’s at the Ricks Complex
(202 Duval Street)
Cops & Kids 5k Run/Walk | Saturday, June 29th at 9AM–10AM at Bayview Park Basket Ball Courts
(Virginia Street & Florida Street)
Scavenger Hunt | Saturday, June 29th at 5PM–7:30PM at Conch Republic Seafood Company
(631 Greene Street)
Mango Brunch at Perry Hotel | Sunday, June 30th at 10:30AM–2PM at Matts Stock Island Kitchen at the Perry Hotel
(7001 Shrimp Road)

Mystery Fest Key West
2019-06-28 17:30 - 2019-06-30 08:30 | Schooner Wharf Bar, 202 William St, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
Featuring a whos-who of award-winning and best selling mystery and suspense authors and true-crime experts, Key West Mystery Fest is a funfilled meet and greet where authors from all over can catch up and readers can meet their favorite authors! This weekend event is the perfect opportunity for you to collect signed books, participate in workshops, panels, and presentations where the most devious minds come together and explain how they and why they do it!
Register for Mystery Fest Key West Here and Book Your Schooner Wharf Brunch Now!
2019 Mystery Fest Key West
Schedule of Events: June 28-30
FRIDAY, JUNE 28 Reception
5:30 – 7:00 p.m.
Location: Veranda of the Key West Art & Historical Society’s Custom House Museum, 281 Front Street, Key West
Proclamation: Mayor Teri Johnson
Welcome: Heather Graham
Wine and cheese
Followed by Sunset Celebration at nearby Mallory Square.
SATURDAY, JUNE 29
Mystery Fest Program
Location: Helmerich Auditorium at The Studios of Key West, 533 Eaton Street, Key West
8:30 a.m. Coffee and Pastries
8:45 Introduction: Shirrel Rhoades
9:00 – Forensics for writers
9:00 – 9:30 Lisa Black, New York Times bestselling author and working forensic scientist.
9:30 – 10:00 Jane Bock, author and forensic plant science expert; worked on JonBenet Ramsey case.
10:00 – 10:30 Micki Browning, author and police captain.
10:30 – 11:00 State of the Publishing Industry
Presented by Bob DiForio, literary agent; former President of New American Library
11:00 – 11:45 a.m. The Whodunit Mystery Writing Award
Presented by Robin Robinson
11:45 – 12:00 p.m. Presentation of the Florida Keys Community College Scholarship Winners
12:00 p.m. Luncheon
12:30 – 1:45 Keynote Speaker: Jeffery Deaver (“The Bone Collector”)
2:00 – 2:45 p.m. Panel: How I got started as a mystery writer
Heather Graham (Moderator)
John Cunningham
Diane A.S. Stuckart
3:00 – 3:45 p.m. Panel: Why I write the kind of mysteries I write
Mike Dennis – Noir (Moderator)
Cheryl Hollon – Cozy
Bill Craig – P.I.
Carla Norton – True Crime
Gray Basnight – Thrillers
4:00 – 4:45 p.m. Panel: How I plot a mystery
Rick Ollerman (moderator)
Wayne Gales
David Beckwith
Bob Coburn
Renee Kumor
4:45 – 5:30 p.m. Book Signings
Saturday Evening
6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Location: Hemingway Rum Company/Papa’s Pilar Distillery, 201 Simonton St.
Presentation: How Rum is made
Rum Sampling
SUNDAY, JUNE 30
Location: Schooner Wharf Bar & Galley, 202 William Street, Key West
8:30 – 11:00 a.m. Brunch

Mango Fest Key West
2019-06-29 | Bayview Park, 1400 Truman Avenue, Key West, 33040
Mango Fest of Key West features all things mango including mango tasting, mango trees and mango daiquiris. The culinary competitions between local chefs and residents alike showcases the colorful abilities of what the mango, also known as the king of fruit, has to offer. The Vendor Village gives art collectors and foodies the experience of a festival atmosphere. Music is provided along with live radio broadcasts.
PAL’s programs are designed to get children involved in sports and in educational programs. It provides a safe place where kids can go after school and on weekends. It encourages teamwork and strong self-esteem. Members of the Key West Police Department donate their time and effort to help with an array of programs that include boxing and basketball. PAL supports computer classes after school and provides entertaining and educational camps during the summer and on holidays.
Entertainment

Come listen to some local musicians as well as the Key West Police Departments very own, DJ Officer Igor as he provides the afternoon entertainment. Kids are welcome to meet the KWPD Mounted Unit and enjoy the bounce houses.

Fun for All

Free admission for all. Take part in our silent auction and the 50/50 raffle. All proceeds benefit the local children involved with the Key West Police Athletic League. Take a walk through the mango tasting tent while supplies last.

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Key Lime Festival 2019
2019-07-04 10:00 - 2019-07-07 18:00
The Key Lime Festival celebrates all the things that make the Florida Keys unique. Come experience this fun, delicious and unforgettable festival while indulging in a vast selection of citrus, limes, a good ‘ol pie-eating-contest, good eats and so much more! Come on down to the birthplace of Key Lime Pie for a little taste and you’ll see what we mean! 2019 is shaping up to be the best Key Lime Festival yet with a full 4 days of culinary events for everyone to taste. Each day will be filled with favorites from past years including the Key Lime Cocktail Sip & Stroll, Key Lime Pie Hop, and new favorites for Key Lime lovers! The Key Lime festival will also feature a Key Lime Scavenger Hunt, Key Lime Cookbook Signing & a Champagne Reception!

Key Lime Festival Schedule of Events!

Register Here to partake in some Key Lime Festival Events!

Schooner Wharf Annual Mel Fisher Celebration
2019-07-13 | 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 3PM, Saturday, July 13th 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 34th Anniversary of Atocha’s Mother Lode Discovery and the “good ol’ 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 p.m. Advance registration discount tickets are available at MelFisherDays.com.
Attendees will have a chance to win cash with the 50/50 raffle. Take a chance to win a Santa Margarita Pearl in the popular “Have Your Cake and Eat it Too” raffle at 4:30 p.m. 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 $1,600 with the drawing at Schooner Wharf later in the evening, and you must be present to win!
This year’s Lifetime Achievement Award will be presented to R. Duncan Mathewson.
Today’s the Day…to celebrate Mel Fisher and his golden crew! Mel always said that “This place is a treasure,” so….come discover one of our island’s favorite watering holes for yourself!
See you at the Schooner Wharf Bar for the Dock Party Saturday, July 13 to celebrate Mel Fisher Days 2019 as the JB Magruder arrives from treasure hunting and docks behind the bar! Live music with island sounds by Cayo Ritmo Band will round out the party – it’s sure to be memorable!

Proceeds from Mel Fisher Days benefit Wesley House Family Services
For more information, please call (305) 292-9520 or see us on Facebook.
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Hemingway 5K Sunset Run and Paddleboard Race 2019
2019-07-20
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 paddleboard 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 Today!

Saturday, July 20, 2019 – RACE DAY!!!

3:00 pm – 7 pm: Race Registration Booth
Location: The Southernmost Beach Cafe, Outside on the Beach, 1405 Duval Street.

5:30 pm: Start of Paddle Board Race
Location: Southernmost Beach

7:30 pm: Start of 5K Run/Walk
Location: Southernmost Point

8:00 pm – 9:30 pm: Awards Party
Location: Southernmost Beach Cafe

9:00 pm – 11:00 pm: Post Race Special
Location: TBA

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

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23rd Annual Lobster Boil | Key West Lobsterfest
2019-08-08 17:00 - 21:00 | The Waterfront Brewery, 201 William St., Key West, 33040, United States
Lobster Boil at The Waterfront Brewery Rooftop!

Each guest will receive over a pound of the boil including lobster, shrimp, andouille sausage, crawfish, sweet corn on the cob AND new potatoes. 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.

Adults (12+): $29.95 // Children (11 & under): $15.95

Book Your Lobster Boil Now!

Key West Lobster Fest
2019-08-08 17:00 - 2019-08-11 14:00 | The Waterfront Brewery, 201 William St., Key West, 33040, United States
The Key West Lobster Fest is a fun annual event that marks the beginning of Lobster Season in Key West. At the beginning of August every year, lobster lovers from all over the world make their way to Key West to celebrate their love for lobster, taste amazing food, enjoy free concerts and partake in one of the biggest parties of the summer! Each event is unique and includes a lobster boil, street fair with arts & crafts, merchandise, a lot of lobster, and, our favorite, a lobster brunch to conclude the festival.
To Purchase Tickets Click Here!

2019 Lobsterfest Schedule and Events!

Thursday, August 8th
Lobster Boil on the Roof at the Waterfront Brewery | 5pm – 9pm

Friday, August 9th
Fiesta De Longosta – Pool Party at Havana Cabana Resort | 12pm – 4pm
Lobster Fest Duval Pub Crawl | 8pm – 12am

Saturday, August 10th
Street Fair | 12pm – 11pm
Free Concert | 1pm – 10:30pm

Sunday, August 11th
Lobster Brunch | 10am – 2pm

Key West Brewfest
2019-08-29 13:00 - 2019-09-02 19:00 | Key West Historic Seaport
If you love the sweet sun shining in your face, an immense about of beers to chose from AND a three day weekend than look no further! Starting August 29th to September 2nd, the 10th Annual Key West Brewfest is a three-day event where locals and visitors can enjoy tastings of close to 200 beers all in one weekend. Visitors and locals can also choose from a variety of beer dinners, beer brunches, happy hour parties, seminars, pool parties, late-night parties and Brewfest’s Signature Tasting Festival Event. For more information, click the link below to find out what other great activities Brewfest has on tap for you!

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Key West Womanfest
2019-09-04 18:00 - 2019-09-08 16:00 | Key West Historic Seaport
The city of Key West and the Historic Seaport are excited to welcome women from all across the world to Key West’s Annual Womanfest Celebration!

Key West Womanfest is one of the largest social gatherings of lesbians and friends in North America. Each year thousands of ladies come together over Labor Day weekend and stay for a wide range of activities and events. From Drag Shows to Pool Parties or a Sunset Sail with our Sunset Watersports, come join us on our “little island that is close to perfect but far from normal for this fabulous event that gets bigger and better every year!”

For a Schedule of Events CLICK HERE!

Southermost Marathon
2019-10-12 05:30 | Key West Historic Seaport
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!

Fantasy Fest | IN TUNE BUT OFF KEY: CELEBRATING 40 YEARS OF FANTASY!
2019-10-18 08:00 - 2019-10-27 17:00 | Key West Historic Seaport
The 40th Annual Key West Fantasy Fest is a world-famous celebration that features flamboyant masquerades, costumes and so much more! Locals and visitors from all over the world come to Key West and the Historic Seaport to experience events and competitions including a headdress ball, exuberant promenades, street fairs, lavish floats, marching groups, endless grand prizes, and our very own Historic Seaport Bar & Art Stroll!

The new BAR & ART Stroll, “BART,” is a self-guided wander alongside the docks of the Historic Seaport. Come experience Fantasy Fest the right way between Conch Republic Seafood Company and Dante’s with stops at Half Shell Raw Bar, Turtle Kraals, Waterfront Brewery, Schooner Wharf Bar and The Marker. Check in at participating bars with #BARTKW and a photo of the figures and sculptures and you will have a chance to win vintage Fantasy Fest t-shirts and swag!

For a detailed list of all the exciting Fantasy Fest Events & Happenings, click the link below:
>> Schedule of Events!

Schooner Wharf Bar | Welcome to Wharfstock
2019-10-19 19:00 - 2019-10-28 19:00 | Key West Historic Seaport
Return to the days of super-powered peace, love, and music — Woodstock style! Come get groovy with tie-dye, flower power, and psychedelic colors during Schooner Wharf ‘s Annual “Wharfstock” starting October 19th through October 28th! Wharfstock is an event during Fantasy Fest where we return to the days of peace and love. There will be a body painting contest, live music, costume contest, food and so much more! Live music all day & night!

’60s Costume Contest | Wednesday, October 23rd | 7 PM
Take home the prize for Sexiest Hippie Chick or Grooviest Dude! Enjoy live music, refreshing cocktails, and delicious food while That Hippie Band performs live! Party starts at 7:00 p.m and judging begins at 8:30 p.m. FREE to enter and FREE to attend.
Walk-On Costume Contest | Saturday, October 26th | After the Parade
Be sure to return to Schooner Wharf after the parade on Saturday for Schooner Wharf’s Walk-On Costume Contest. After the parade, win cash prizes for your costume! Anyone can enter and all costumes are eligible.

Photo & Wording Credit: Schooner Wharf Bar

Zonta ABC 5K/10K
2019-11-02 08:00 - 10:00 | Salute on Higgs Beach, 1000 Atlantic Blvd, Key West, FL, 33040, United States
Benefiting women’s health screenings and breast cancer awareness, the Zonta ABC 5K/10K is dedicated to helping women afford preventative services who cannot afford them. This event is dedicated to saving lives in the Lower Florida Keys and has been able to provide women with over 3,000 mammograms for the past 25 years.
The race begins and ends at Salute on Higgs Beach. Registration is at 7 AM and starts at 8 AM. Each participant will be awarded a participation medal and the first 400 registrants will get an exclusive t-shirt. The cost is $25 in advance until the 18th of October and $30 after the 18th. $35 day of the race. For the official Zonta ABC 5K/10K, click here!
Register For Zonta ABC 5K/10K HERE!

Parrot Head Meeting of the Mind Sunset Sail
2019-11-02 17:30 - 19:30 | Key West Historic Seaport
Calling all Parrotheads! Come experience the exclusive Parrothead Special and Meeting Of The Minds Sunset Sail aboard Fury Water Adventures! Starting at 5:30 PM, come sail around the beautiful island of Key West while sipping on refreshing cocktails and indulging in incredible food as the sunset sets in the background. Your trip includes live music featuring John Frinzi and Aaron Scherz, hot & cold appetizers and an array of beverages to choose from. Who is meeting us there? Each ticket is $69.95 per person (tax not included.)
Book Your Parrot Head Meeting Of The Mind Sunset Sail Here!

Race World Offshore Key West Championships
2019-11-03 10:00 - 2019-11-10 15:30 | Key West Historic Seaport
Race World Offshore is the premier offshore racing sanctioning body in the United States with some of the most experienced teams in all off offshore racing around the world. With three separate days of racing being scheduled in Key West, these high-speed offshore powerboats are scheduled to compete on Wednesday, November 6th, Friday, November 8th and the finals on November 10th with multiple social events scheduled in-between each race in which one of these events include a concert by Grammy-nominee Lee Brice on November 7th.
For more information, visit Race World Offshore official website!
Check out the Official Race World Offshore Key West Schedule Here!

Rockin' The Races With Lee Brice
2019-11-07 19:00 | Key West Amphitheater at Truman Waterfront
Grammy- nominee, Lee Brice has officially been named the headliner for the Race World Offshore Concert at Key West Amphitheater at Truman Waterfront. Starting at 7 PM, come enjoy this one of a kind Key West event as this CMA powerhouse and double ACM award winner entertains you all evening long. Tickets and VIP packages are available online. For more information, click here.
Purchase Tickets Here!

Key West Film Festival
2019-11-20 00:00 - 2019-11-24 00:00 | Key West Historic Seaport
“The mission of the Key West Film Festival is to showcase films that capture Key West’s essence: Creativity, Diversity, Sustainability, and Beauty.”

The Key West Film Festival is a one-of-a-kind event showcasing some of the best filmmakers in Florida as well as bring in visiting filmmakers through various workshops. Come experience films that exhibit excellence in storytelling at this is a four-day event starting November 20th. For the official website, CLICK HERE!
Reserve Your KWFF Passes Today!

Key West Historic Seaport Holiday Celebration
2019-11-27 18:00 - 2019-12-31 00:00 | Key West Historic Seaport
November 27th will officially kick off the 2019 Key West Historic Seaport Holiday Season with the Lighting of the Harborwalk as part of the Key West Holiday Festival and The “Bight” Before Christmas while continuing the “Maritime History of Key West” theme! Locals and visitors are invited to gather on the Harborwalk at Greene and Elizabeth Street to watch the official lighting of the 2019 Key West “Harborwalk of Lights.” Watch as the fishing Buoy Christmas Tree, a real pine Nautical Christmas Tree and Lobster Trap Christmas Tree light up the night’s sky as we honor the “Maritime History of Key West.” With over 61,000 lights and 58 lighted palm trees, 2019 will be bigger than ever! Stroll down the Harborwalk and enjoy the nautical displays, including ship’s anchors, tropical birds, tropical fish, manatees, and animated sea turtles all lit up.
* The Harborwalk of Lights is lit every evening through New Year’s Eve!
Come and enjoy music, lights, giveaways, kid-friendly festivities, and much more holiday fun at the Historic Seaport! For more information, visit the official website of the Key West “Bight” Before Christmas Celebration at KeyWestChristmas.org.
For general information and directions to the Historic Seaport visit KeyWestHistoricSeaport.com.
2019 Schedule of Events:

The Lighting of the Key West “Harbor Walk of Lights”
Wednesday, November 27th at 6 PM | Greene & Elizabeth Street
Schooner Wharf Tree Trimming Party
Sunday, December 1st at 5 PM | Schooner Wharf Bar & Galley
Pet Pictures with Santa
Friday, December 6th | 6 pm – 8 pm | William Street at Harborwalk of Lights
Key West Hometown Holiday Parade
Saturday, December 7th | 7 pm | Truman Avenue & White Street
Sebago Watersport’s Lighted Boat Parade Party
Saturday, December 14th | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Harborwalk of Lights at Historic Seaport
Catamaran Echo Lighted Boat Parade Watch
Saturday, December 14th | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Harborwalk of Lights at Historic Seaport
Fury Water Adventures Key West Lighted Boat Parade
Saturday, December 14th | 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Harborwalk of Lights at Historic Seaport
Schooner Wharf Bar 29th Annual Key West Lighted Boat Parade
Saturday, December 14th | 8 pm | Harborwalk of Lights at Historic Seaport
Conch Republic Seafood Holiday Classic Car Show
Sunday, December 15th | 11:00 am to 3 pm | Greene & Elizabeth Street
Violins in Motion
Saturday, December 21st | 6:30 PM to 8 PM | Greene & Elizabeth Street

Photo Credit: ROB O’NEAL
