Events
It's not just another day in paradise! You'll find doings and happenings up and down the Keys, nearly every day of the year. Check out the latest fun and frolic below.
Only-In-The-Keys Festivals & Events
There’s always something happening in the Florida Keys & Key West, from eclectic festivals focusing on the area’s colorful history, arts and notable cuisine to events that celebrate the Keys’ unique environment, underwater adventures and quirky ambiance.
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Key West
Key Lime Festival
Jul 1 - 5, 2026
The Key Lime Festival is a vibrant, multi-day celebration held each summer in Key West, Florida, honoring the island’s signature citrus and quirky...
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Key West
America's 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence Cookout
Jul 3, 2026
Join a free, family-friendly cookout on the lawn of the Truman Little White House in Key West to celebrate America’s 250th! Enjoy BBQ, a cash bar, and...
Key West
The 40th Annual Queen Mother Pageant
May 11, 2026
Celebrate tradition, glamour, and over-the-top fun at the 40th Annual Queen Mother Pageant, presented by John “Ma” Evans and the Key West Theater. A...
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Key West
Sean Patton at Comedy Key West
May 11 - 12, 2026, May 12 - 13, 2026
May 11–12 Sean Patton brings two nights of sharp, globally seasoned stand-up to Comedy Key West on May 11 and 12. A New York–based comedian with roots...
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Key West
Wyatt Cote at Comedy Key West
May 13, 2026, May 14, 2026, May 15, 2026, May 16, 2026
May 13, 14, 15, 16 | 8:30 PM Don’t miss rising stand-up star Wyatt Cote as he brings his sharp, high-energy comedy to Key West for a special multi...
Islamorada
LLGF Scream in' Reels AKA Ladies, Let's Go Fishing Screamin' Reels (2026)
May 15 - 17, 2026
Join Ladies, Let's Go Fishing! in the Florida Keys for a fun, hands-on weekend of fishing, learning, and adventure. Perfect for beginners and...
Key West
Tri Knot to Rock at The Key West Theater
May 15, 2026
Experience a night of legendary rock reimagined as Tri Knot takes over the Key West Theater on Friday, May 15th, 2026, delivering electrifying...
Key West
Mile Zeros: Un-Anchored — Screening & Q&A
May 15, 2026
Mile Zeros: Un-Anchored is a new independent comedy series created by Florida Keys filmmakers, bringing a quirky, on-the-water twist to island life...
Key West
Wintergreen Oil Transfers with Angelica Clyman
May 16, 2026
Explore a unique printmaking technique in this hands-on workshop with Angelica Clyman (PEAR) at The Studios of Key West. Participants will learn how...
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Key West
Aladdin and the Legend of the Lamp
May 16, 2026, May 17, 2026
May 16, 2026, at 7:00 PM & May 17, 2026, at 3:00 PM Experience an exciting celebration of dance as CoffeeMill Dance Studio presents their annual...
Key West
13th Annual Running of the Chihuahuas!
May 17, 2026
Get ready for one of Key West’s most adorable traditions—the 13th Annual Running of the Chihuahuas! Held at Rick’s Key West on Sunday, May 17, this...
Key Largo
Delicate Balance of Nature Lecture Series: How Part of the Atlantic Ocean Became a State Park with Elena Muratori
May 18, 2026
Before it became a world-renowned underwater destination, the coral reef off Key Largo faced an uncertain future. Join Elena Muratori, Park Services...
Islamorada
Golden Fly Tarpon Tournament
May 18 - 20, 2026
Golden Fly Invitational Tarpon Tournament is one of the Florida Keys’ most prestigious fly-fishing competitions, held annually in Islamorada during...
Marathon
Paint & Sip with Artists: Sandra Lee
May 20, 2026
Join a Paint & Sip at Marathon Yacht Club with artist Sandra Lee—$50 includes instruction and supplies to paint an 8x10 coral reef. Hosted by Keys...
Islamorada
May Immerse Yourself – 45 Years of DAN & Exhibit Opening
May 20, 2026
Celebrate a milestone in diving history at May Immerse Yourself – 45 Years of DAN & Exhibit Opening at the History of Diving Museum in Islamorada...
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Key West
Writing Character from Setting with CJ Hauser (PEAR)
May 20, 2026, May 21, 2026
Wednesday & Thursday, May 20-21, 12 –1pm Explore the powerful connection between place and personality in this generative writing workshop with...
Key Largo
Upper Keys Humane Society Kitten Yoga
May 21, 2026
Stretch, relax, and unwind at Kitten Yoga with the Upper Keys Humane Society in Key Largo, where calming yoga meets playful, adoptable kittens. This...
