Arts & Culture
25 January 2021
Watch Florida Keys Music Events Live or Stream from Home
Traditionally, performing artists in the Florida Keys share their musical talent in island-style venues that range from outdoor amphitheater lawns to historic halls and waterfront clubs. But since coronavirus precautions currently prohibit large concert gatherings, performance stages now include virtual and streaming versions to maintain the health and well-being of audiences and musicians — events that listeners both in the Keys and elsewhere can safely enjoy.
25 January 2021
The Keys: Richly Cultural, Colorfully Artistic
The Florida Keys & Key West, long recognized for supporting artistic, literary and creative endeavors, are known throughout the world as a colorfully rich cultural destination.
25 January 2021
Curtain Rises on Evolving Theatrical Performances
A first-rate performing arts community in the Florida Keys and Key West offers audiences seasonal musicals, comedies and award-winning performances. The cultural community is adapting in the coronavirus era to present unique virtual and socially distanced in-person performances. A selection of early 2021 highlights is outlined here.
20 January 2021
GardenFest to Spotlight Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden Feb. 20
The chance to explore a rare open-air “living museum” and view and purchase unique plants awaits nature lovers Saturday, Feb. 20, during “GardenFest Key West: The Green Market Place 2021” at the Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden.
07 January 2021
Key West Food and Wine Fest to Blend Cuisine, Vintages and Florida Keys Flair
Innovative cuisine, premium libations and intriguing events in subtropical island settings top the “menu” at the 2021 Key West Food & Wine Festival.
21 December 2020
‘Island Hopping: Florida Keys’ Travel Television Show to Debut Dec. 27 on Discovery
“Island Hopping: Florida Keys," a 30-minute television special that explores the island chain’s unique natural environment and eco-tourism opportunities, is to debut on the Discovery Channel Sunday, Dec. 27, at 8 a.m. ET/PT, 7 a.m. CT and 6 a.m. MT.
20 November 2020
Boat Parades to Light Up the Florida Keys Holiday Season
Decorated boats of all shapes and sizes are to illuminate the sparkling waters of the Florida Keys in December. Around the island chain, visitors can view lighted boat parades from the shore or excursion boats, or even revel in the Keys’ holiday spirit by decking out their own boat in dazzling lights and eye-catching seasonal decorations.
19 November 2020
How to Create Florida Keys–Style Holiday Magic at Home
Throughout the Keys, creativity reigns in nearly every aspect of life, especially during the festive holiday season. And those spending the holidays at home can create Keys-style magic thanks to local offerings that can be ordered online and shipped to them.
03 November 2020
South Florida Symphony to Stage Concert Season of Virtual Music
The South Florida Symphony, born in Key West 23 years ago, is making its 2020-21 season available to classical music aficionados around the globe by staging a series of all-virtual concerts featuring world-renowned performers.
30 October 2020
Key West Film Festival to Showcase All-Outdoors Cinema Nov. 18-22
Movie aficionados can celebrate film screenings in breezy outdoor venues during the ninth annual Key West Film Festival, spotlighting films about women, music and the arts, LGBTQ issues and Florida.