Hemingway Days 7/21/26 - 7/26/26 Key West’s Most Whimsical Tribute to Papa Hemingway Welcome to the Key West’s most iconic and whimsical tribute to one of the greatest literary figures of the 20th century, Ernest Hemingway. Held annually in sunny Key West, this event celebrates Hemingway’s life in Key West and enduring legacy in a […]
Get Ready to Crack! Key West Lobsterfest 2026 Dates are Set! The wait is officially over! Get your butter warmers ready because we are thrilled to announce the dates for the biggest and tastiest summer celebration on the island: Key West Lobsterfest 2026 is happening from Wednesday, August 5th through Sunday, August 9th! Join us for five unforgettable […]
Tropical Heat is the HOTTEST annual 5-day party for gay men ages 21 and up in Key West and the Florida Keys! The all-male themed parties, pool parties, clothing optional events, and adult-oriented entertainment promise to be HOT! August on our tropical island is always HOT, but during Tropical Heat it promises to be even […]
Experience the ultimate girls' weekend at Key West Womenfest Key West Womenfest is an annual end-of-summer festival celebrating lesbians and attracting thousands of women from around the globe. September 2 - 6th, 2026 Five Days of Celebration in Paradise! Get ready to turn up the volume and celebrate bold, brilliant, and iconic women through the […]
2026 JAFF SCHEDULE Preliminary schedule — subject to change All information / data courtesy of the event organizers. Please visit their link for tickets and updates where applicable. (Information subject to changes and errors and omissions.) Full schedule & tickets on sale May 1 April 28 for package holders April 30 for badge holders WEDNESDAY, […]
October 16 - 25, 2026 2026 Theme: Musical Icons & Iconic Musicals Fantasy Fest is an annual 10-day party in paradise for grown-ups. Started in 1979 by a small group of Key West locals, the party was created to bring visitors to the island in what was a typically quiet, but beautiful season. It worked. […]
Key West Headdress Ball The Key West Business Guild proudly presents the 43rd Anniversary Edition of the Headdress Ball — one of the most anticipated events of the Fantasy Fest Celebration, on Thursday, October 22, 2026, at the Coffee Butler Amphitheater at Truman Waterfront Park. Doors open at 6:30 PM, with the show beginning at 8:00 PM. This unforgettable […]
2027 Key West Food and Wine Festival 1/27/26 - 1/31/27 5 continents~5 wines~5 stories~5 Dishes~5 chefs Welcome to Key West Food & Wine Festival 2027 A curated journey through the culinary heritage of five continents, featuring world-renowned chefs, their signature dishes, and the legendary wines that define their regions. This journey spans five continents with […]
Florida Keys Seafood Festival FEBRUARY 13-14, 2027 Two Days of Seafood, Music & Family Fun! Join us for the 20th Annual Florida Keys Seafood Festival at Truman Waterfront Park in Key West. For just $10 admission, enjoy two full days of fresh, local seafood, live music, activities, and the vibrant island atmosphere that make this festival a […]
The Key West Songwriters Festival. 4/28/27 - 5/2/27 The Key West Songwriters Festival is the largest festival of its kind in the world, and known as a career starter for top country talent. The festival has kicked off the careers of household names such as Kacey Musgraves, Florida Georgia Line, Jake Owen, Michael Ray, Randy […]
