Islamorada

A group of undersea “egg-splorers” gathered Easter eggs doled out by a scuba-diving ‘Easter bunny” in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary Sunday off Islamorada.
 

Every day is a reason to celebrate the beauty of the planet throughout the Florida Keys, full of natural wonders set against scenic backdrops of earth, sea and sky. The waters surrounding the island chain, including the continental United States’ only living coral barrier reef, are protected by the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary.

Audiences can celebrate world music in the Florida Keys during the annual Afro Roots Fest, whose 2022 season includes multiartist showcases in Key West and Islamorada.

Springtime in the Florida Keys & Key West is easy and breezy, with weather that’s ideal for all types of outdoor activities on and in the water and in the Keys’ scenic wide-open spaces.

Inviting environmental attractions await visitors to the Florida Keys & Key West, whether they’re interested in learning about marine mammals, sea turtles, wild birds or the plant species that add color and lushness to the island chain’s landscape. 

Rain or shine, families are to gather to celebrate music, art, food and fun at the 30th annual Florida Keys Island Fest scheduled Saturday and Sunday, April 2-3, in Islamorada.

Known for creative, colorful, sometimes quirky artwork and a rich diversity of handcrafted artisan wares, the Florida Keys are recognized throughout the world for artistry inspired by soothing and stunning seascapes and landscapes.

Captain Greg Eklund led his Cloud Nine team to win the 2022 Cheeca Presidential Sailfish Tournament that ended Jan. 23, concluding the second of three events in the Florida Keys Gold Cup Series.         

Live musical performances and music festivals provide Florida Keys visitors year-round entertainment options that complement the island chain’s well-rounded roster of arts and cultural events.

The 2022 performing arts season in the Florida Keys & Key West offers audiences lively musicals, comedies, dramas and first-class community theater. Here are some upcoming highlights.