Arts & Culture
08 December 2018
"Nutcracker Key West" Transforms Holiday Ballet into Underwater Fantasy
A classic holiday ballet, re-imagined to celebrate Key West's coral reef environment, seafaring heritage and even its free-roaming roosters, has debuted in the subtropical island city.
28 November 2018
Key West Home Tours Reveal Island’s Architecture, Heritage and Style
For visitors who wonder how Key West residents live — and what lies behind their houses’ white picket fences, striking facades and gleaming front doors — home tours scheduled for December, January, February and March offer a rare chance to find out.
20 November 2018
Enjoy Bluegrass on the Beach at Seventh Annual Baygrass Bluegrass Festival Jan. 18-20
Three days of flavorful traditional bluegrass, old-time, “soulgrass” and Americana singing bands are to attract thousands of music lovers to the Baygrass Bluegrass Music Festival, set for Friday through Sunday, Jan. 18-20, in Islamorada.
16 November 2018
Florida Keys Museum Founder Receives Pinnacle Award from Dive Industry
Key West may be Florida’s subtropical southernmost island, but revelers can enjoy events as seasonal as Santa’s North Pole celebrations during the 2018 Key West Holiday Fest that runs through Dec. 31.
15 November 2018
Island-Style Florida Keys Holiday Festival to Bring Cheer Dec. 7
Moms, dads and children can make snowballs in the Florida Keys’ subtropical breezes during Islamorada’s annual Florida Keys Holiday Festival. The seasonal fun is set for Friday, Dec. 7, at Islamorada’s Founders Park, mile marker 87 bayside.
08 November 2018
Merry Holiday Happenings Enliven the Florida Keys & Key West
A free-spirited holiday season comes alive in the Florida Keys & Key West, with subtropical warmth and festive cheer throughout the 125-mile-long island chain. From Key Largo to Key West, visitors can find plenty of only-in-the-Keys activities designed to celebrate the seasonal spirit.
07 November 2018
I Love Stock Island Festival to Blend Eclectic Arts, Cuisine and Attractions
Vibrant arts emporiums, a fast-growing culinary scene and a colorful working waterfront characterize Stock Island, the Florida Keys community that lies just outside Key West. Visitors can explore the eclectic island, headquarters of the Florida Keys’ commercial shrimping industry, during the I Love Stock Island Festival set for Friday through Sunday, Dec. 7-9.
01 November 2018
Eclectic Events Highlight Florida Keys’ 2019 Calendar
There’s always something happening in the Florida Keys & Key West, from eclectic festivals focusing on the area’s colorful history, artistic culture and notable cuisine to events that celebrate the Keys’ unique environment, underwater adventures and quirky ambiance.
03 October 2018
Outrageous Parade to Highlight Key West’s Fantasy Fest Oct. 27
Flamboyant festivity is the name of the game during the Bud Light Fantasy Fest Parade set for the night of Saturday, Oct. 27. The lavish procession is the highlight of Key West’s Oct. 19-28 Fantasy Fest costuming and masking celebration, themed “Oh … The Games We Play.”
02 October 2018
Key West’s Goombay Festival to Blend Music, Food and Island Spirit
High-energy family fun, entertainment and multicultural taste treats await revelers Friday and Saturday, Oct. 19-20, during the annual Goombay street festival.