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SUMMARY:Just a Few Friends - Key West
DESCRIPTION:2026 JAFF SCHEDULE Preliminary schedule — subject to change\nAll 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.)\nFull schedule & tickets on sale May 1 \n\nApril 28 for package holders\nApril 30 for badge holders\n\n\nWEDNESDAY\, SEPTEMBER 2 \n11:00 AM — JAFF Headquarters | Key West First Legal Rum \n12:30 PM — A Pirate Looks Back\, the Key West Jimmy Buffett Tribute Show | Comedy Key West \n6:00 PM — Early Welcome Party at the Chart Room | Pier House \n\nTHURSDAY\, SEPTEMBER 3 \n9:30 AM — Just a Few Friends Walking Tour | Shrimp Boat Sound \n11:00 AM — Cooking Show: Grits n Grunts | Key West Cooking Show \n11:00 AM — Friends of Bubba HQ | Key West First Legal Rum \n12:30 PM — A Pirate Looks Back\, the Key West Jimmy Buffett Tribute Show | Comedy Key West \n1:00 PM — Chart Room Daily Hangout Headquarters | Pier House \n1:00 PM — Truman Waterfront Farmers Market | Truman Waterfront Park \n2:15 PM — Tales from the Chartroom | Pier House \n5:00 PM — Cheeseburger Beach Battle and Tribute Concert | Southernmost on the Beach \n7:00 PM — “Open Mic / No Mic Night” at Andy’s Cabana | Andy’s Cabana \n8:00 PM — After Party | TBD \n\nFRIDAY\, SEPTEMBER 4 \n8:00 AM — Plogging the Keys Waterfront Cleanup | Reef Relief @ the Historic Seaport \n8:00 AM — Painting Paradise: A Guided Plein Air Experience (Session 1) | Shrimp Boat Sound \n9:00 AM — Island Time Brunch Buffett | TBD \n11:00 AM — Key West’s Favorite Son City Proclamation | Shrimp Boat Sound \n11:00 AM — Cliff Cody Performance at Proclamation | Shrimp Boat Sound \n11:00 AM — Friends of Bubba HQ | Key West First Legal Rum \n12:00 PM — Coconut Telegraph Trolley Tour | Pier House \n12:30 PM — A Pirate Looks Back\, the Key West Jimmy Buffett Tribute Show | Comedy Key West \n1:00 PM — Chart Room Daily Hangout Headquarters | Pier House \n1:00 PM — Screening with Panel Discussion | Tropic or San Carlos \n2:30 PM — VIP Special Edition: Jimmy Buffett Tribute Show | Comedy Key West \n3:45 PM — Tales from the Chartroom | Pier House \n5:00 PM — Duval Street Party with the Landshark Band | TBD \n9:00 PM — Outdoor Movie | Southernmost Pint Brewpub \n\nSATURDAY\, SEPTEMBER 5 \n9:00 AM — Painting Paradise: A Guided Plein Air Experience (Session 2) | Louis Backyard \n10:00 AM — Private Distillery Tour with Paul Menta | Key West Legal Rum \n10:00 AM — Coconut Telegraph Trolley Tour | Pier House \n10:00 AM — Just a Few Friends Walking Tour | Shrimp Boat Sound \n10:00 AM — Sails Up: Intro to Sailing Experience | Key West Sailing Center \n11:00 AM — Ultimate Friend’s Private Distillery Tour with Paul Menta | Key West Legal Rum \n11:00 AM — Best Friend’s VIP Live Music Sail | Fury Water Adventures \n11:00 AM — Author/Photographer Book Signing | Books & Books @ Studios of KW \n11:00 AM — Friends of Bubba HQ | Key West First Legal Rum \n11:00 AM — Back to the Island Beach Party | Bourbon Street Pub \n12:30 PM — A Pirate Looks Back\, the Key West Jimmy Buffett Tribute Show | Comedy Key West \n1:00 PM — Chart Room Daily Hangout Headquarters | Pier House \n1:15 PM — Tales from the Chartroom | Pier House \n2:00 PM — Milagro Margarita Historic Seaport Bar Stroll | The Marker Resort \n2:00 PM — Milagro Margarita Duval Street Bar Stroll | La Concha \n5:00 PM — Early Access: Table Seating (JFF VIPs) | Big Stage \n5:30 PM — Early Access: Entry (JFF Badge Holders) | Big Stage \n6:00 PM — Doors Open (GA) | Big Stage \n6:30 PM — Mike Stack & Friends | Big Stage \n6:30 PM — Cruisin’ Tiki Sunset & Music Cruise | Cruisin’ Tikis @ Mac’s Place \n6:30 PM — Latitude Adjustment Sunset Sail | The Dock @ Sunset Pier \n8:00 PM — Changes in Latitudes: Concert ft. the Wheeland Brothers | Sunset Pier \n8:00 PM — Outdoor Movie | Southernmost Pint Brewpub \n\nSUNDAY\, SEPTEMBER 6 \n10:00 AM — Coconut Telegraph Trolley Tour | Pier House \n10:00 AM — Bubbles Brunch Sail | The Dock @ Sunset Pier \n11:00 AM — Book Signing | Books & Books @ Studios of KW \n11:00 AM — JAFF Headquarters | Key West First Legal Rum \n12:00 PM — Wheeland Brothers Poolside Acoustic | Ocean Key Resort \n12:30 PM — A Pirate Looks Back\, the Key West Jimmy Buffett Tribute Show | Comedy Key West \n1:00 PM — Chart Room Daily Hangout Headquarters | Pier House \n1:00 PM — Best Friend VIP Private Show | Margaritaville Restaurant \n1:00 PM — Pool Party at the Marker | The Marker Resort \n1:15 PM — Tales from the Chartroom | Pier House \n5:00 PM — Second Line Memorial Walking Parade | 100 Duval Street \n6:00 PM — Key West Artisan Market at the Party in the Park | Truman Waterfront Park \n6:00 PM — Party in the Park: Tribute to Bubba | Truman Waterfront Park \n\nMONDAY\, SEPTEMBER 7 \n10:00 AM — Just a Few Friends Walking Tour | Shrimp Boat Sound \n10:00 AM — Tin Cup Sailing Adventure | Danger Charters \n11:00 AM — JAFF Headquarters | Key West First Legal Rum \n12:30 PM — A Pirate Looks Back\, the Key West Jimmy Buffett Tribute Show | Comedy Key West \n1:00 PM — Chart Room Daily Hangout Headquarters | Pier House \n2:00 PM — Tales from the Chartroom | Pier House \n2:30 PM — Pencil Thin Mustache Contest | Chart Room \n5:00 PM — Early Access: Table Seating (JFF VIPs) | Sunset Pier \n5:30 PM — Early Access: Entry (JFF Badge Holders) | Sunset Pier \n6:00 PM — Doors Open (GA) | Sunset Pier \n6:30 PM — Come Monday: Cayman & the Mango Men | Sunset Pier \n6:30 PM — Island Tiki Sunset & Music Cruise | Cruisin’ Tikis @ Mac’s Place \n8:30 PM — Last Call | TBD
URL:https://www.historichideaways.com/event/just-a-few-friends-key-west/
LOCATION:Key West\, Florida\, Key West\, FL\, 33040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Concerts,Festivals,Outdoor Activities
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SUMMARY:Key West Womenfest
DESCRIPTION:Experience the ultimate girls’ weekend at Key West Womenfest\n \nKey West Womenfest is an annual end-of-summer festival celebrating lesbians and attracting thousands of women from around the globe.\nSeptember 2 – 6th\, 2026\n\nFive Days of Celebration in Paradise! Get ready to turn up the volume and celebrate bold\, brilliant\, and iconic women through the ages! Womenfest is back for another unforgettable year in paradise—five days of connection\, empowerment\, and celebration designed by women\, for women. This year’s theme\, “Decades of Divas\,” honors the legendary trailblazers\, pop culture queens\, and everyday divas who’ve shaped our lives—from disco to digital\, retro to revolutionary. Expect dazzling themed parties\, soulful music\, inspiring workshops\, poolside fun\, and the kind of community that makes Womenfest truly magical. Whether you’re channeling your inner Taylor Swift\, Meg The Stallion\, Madonna\, Beyoncé\, or your own personal diva\, Womenfest is the place to shine. \nMark your calendar\, gather your crew\, and come celebrate the divas of every decade—especially you. \n\nCelebrate Key West’s Open-Minded Lifestyle\nThemed parties\, specialty cocktails\, women-only drag shows\, tournaments and competitions\, stand-up comedy\, entertainment\, live music\, dancing and culinary events make these four days of events an experience not to be missed. A packed schedule of events ensure that every stripe of Womenfestivarian has an activity to enjoy\, but one of the best experiences is lounging on a Key West beach with a good book and a cold drink. \nInsider’s Tip: Don’t wait to book your Key West vacation rental. This is a popular event! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2026 Schedule of Events\n\n\nInformation / data courtesy of the event organizers. Please visit their link for tickets and updates where applicable. (Information subject to changes and errors and omissions.)\nWednesday\, September 2 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNoon – 1 pm — Key West Business Guild Membership Luncheon \n6-8 pm — WOMENFEST 2026 — Lost Women In the Arts!  Our official Welcome Party \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, September 3\n\n\n12 – 3 pm —6th Annual Corn Hole Tournament  & Indoor Games. Sign up coming soon! American Legion Post 168 – 803 Emma St. \n4 pm — HAPPY HOUR\n6 pm — Fourth Annual “Women\, Words\, & Art Poetry Reading and Art Exhibition” \n6 pm — Argo Navis presents the annual Womenfest Sunset Sail \n9 pm — GrEEEn 60’s/70’s Hippies Party. Enter a world celebrating all things greeen! Dress in your best greeen hippie attire and dance the night away with the island’s best go-go dancers! Sponsored by the Greeen House  – We spell it with 3 E’s so that you can’t say it without smiling\, and that’s the goal\, right?Birdcage Cabaret – 504 Angela St. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nFriday\, September 4\n\n\n8-9 am — Early Bird Clean Up with Plogging the Keys\, presented by Key West Womenfest.  Join us for 1 hour to pick up litter. Vests\, gloves\, buckets\, and pickers are provided. One hour makes a difference in keeping Key West Beautiful. Meet us at 808 Duval Street at the Gay Key West visitor center. Bagels\, danish\, and coffee will be provided by Goldman’s Deli afterward! \n9:30 AM-11:30 PM— Join Key Lime Bike Tours for an unforgettable journey through the streets of Old Town Key West\, a tour specially designed for Womenfest celebrating influential women! On this tour\, you will discover the rich history and culture of Key West\, while learning about the remarkable women who have made an impact on this beautiful island. Our knowledgeable and friendly guide will lead you on a leisurely bicycle ride through the charming streets of Old Town\, stopping at significant landmarks and hidden gems along the way. As we ride through the picturesque neighborhoods and historic sites\, you’ll hear stories of remarkable women who have called Key West home. At the end of your tour\, we’ll finish with a delicious slice of Award Winning Key Lime Pie! Purchase tickets HERE. \n11 am — Clothing optional Sandbar Snorkel trip on the Blu Q. We will set sail on the Blu Q Catamaran to one of many remote reefs off the Florida National Marine Sanctuary for snorkeling with tropical fish and various marine life. Afterward\, you are taken to a secluded sandbar where you can swim\, or just relax in the crystal clear waters of the Keys. Get 10% off with the code WomenFest25. Purchase tickets HERE. \n12 pm — All welcome pool party  – Bourbon St. Pub – 724 Duval St. \n2 – 4 pm — Y2K Jell-O Wrestling Match hosted by your referee\, BruceKey @AquaPlex. Watch as participants take to the ring for some friendly\, competitive Jell-O wrestling. Enjoy a fiery\, high energy atmosphere\, cool AC and ice cold drinks available! **This is strictly a private event and only reserved for Womenfest participants. Wanna be a participant? Please email BruceKey at brucekey6969@gmail.com \n3:30 – 5 pm —Love in A Flash:  A Sapphic Speed Dating Experience. Get ready to spark connections in a flash! Join us for an electrifying afternoon of sapphic speed dating designed for women who love women. Whether you’re looking for love\, laughter\, or just a new friend\, this is your chance to meet incredible people in a fun\, low-pressure environment. Expect quickfire conversations\, cheeky icebreakers\, and plenty of opportunities to find your next crush—or maybe something more. Come as you are and leave with butterflies… or at least a great story. \n Open to lesbian\, bisexual\, queer\, pansexual\, trans\, and questioning women \n Fun prompts to keep the convo flowing \n Cocktails\, mocktails & mingling after rounds \nBecause sometimes\, all it takes is a spark. Let love strike. Entry is a donation at the door. To participate\, sign up HERE \n5 – 6:30 pm — Marjory Lee & The Misspellings “90s Female Alt Rock Band” Blast to the past Cover Show! Alanis\, Gwen\, Melissa\, Sheryl\, Fiona\, Tracy\, Joan…..gangs all here! Don’t miss this tribute to the badass female musicians of the 90s and all the closet doors they kicked down!  Marjory Lee is a full-time local musician in Key West bringing ALL the lady love you can handle. Free event. RamHead Southernmost – 804 Whitehead St. \n9 pm —  Divas Through the Decades: A Celebration of the Lavender Ladies of Music History\, produced by Marjory Lee.\nJoin us for a high-energy concert celebrating iconic women in music through many generations. Featuring powerhouse local vocalists and unforgettable hits\, this show brings the evolution of women’s artistry to life. One decade\, one diva at a time. This event is all-welcome with limited seating. American Legion Post 168 – 803 Emma St. Tickets available HERE\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, September 5\n\n\n10:00–11:30 AM | Womenfest Fragrance Making Class. Smells Like Teen Spirit. Create your own signature scent in this hands-on\, guided perfume-making class inspired by the Decades of Divas. With access to over 300 oils from our luxury fragrance organ\, you’ll blend\, mix\, and layer your way through the eras to craft three custom fragrances—then bottle your favorite in true diva style. Whether you’re channeling disco glam\, 80s edge\, or 90s grunge\, this experience is all about expressing your era through scent. Tijon Key West – 335 Duval Street\, Suite E. Your experience includes: \n• A 55ml bottle of your personalized fragrance \n• A VIP Tijon gift bag (valued at $60) \n• A class certificate to mark your creative journey \n• And of course\, a champagne toast to celebrate your inner icon!  Reserve your spot Here! This event is limited. \n12-3 PM — Join us for the Official Womenfest Pool Party at Lighthouse Hotel hosted by the fabulous BAM with DJ Erika\, who will be turning up the heat. Soak up the sun while dancing through the decades! \n Start the fun with a complimentary Bad Bitch Rum cocktail—because your poolside presence deserves a proper toast. \n Enter our raffle and score some seriously fun giveaways benefitting a great cause. \n Enjoy games like our famous water balloon toss\, poolside challenges\, and more—because this party doesn’t just float\, it slays. \nBring your best suit\, boldest energy\, and a few friends ready to party. Let’s make waves\, divas! – Lighthouse Hotel – 902 Whitehead St \n3 PM —Rainbow History Trolley Tour — Womenfest Edition: Celebrate Womenfest with an unforgettable journey through Key West’s vibrant LGBTQ+ past and present! Hop aboard our Rainbow History Trolley Tour\, we will take you through the most iconic queer landmarks. and fully narrated by expert tour conductor – SKIPPPER. Ticket link HERE. \n8 PM— Decades of Divas 80’s Prom. Dress to impress in your best 80’s diva attire—Madonna\, Whitney\, Prince\, or full-on prom queen realness. We’ll have a photo booth\, themed cocktails (and mocktails!)\, and DJ Rude Girl is back providing the 80’s hits to keep you dancing all night long. It’s your time to shine—so grab your date\, your crew\, or fly solo and strut into prom like the icon you are! Hosted by the glittery empress\, Chantal P. Join us for Decades of Divas: ’80s Prom—a night where neon reigns\, glitter rules\, and everyone is the star of their power ballad. We’re talking teased hair\, shoulder pads\, and dance moves that don’t quit! American Legion Post 168 – 803 Emma St. Tickets Here \n11 PM— Decades of Divas 80’s Prom Afterparty @ the Birdcage Cabaret – 504 Angela. There’s no need to change\, just join us after the Decades of Divas 80’s Prom for the perfect way to cap off an incredible evening! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSunday\, September 6\n\n\nNoon pm —“You CAN Sit With Us” Drag Brunch: We are excited to announce that we will be adding 25 more seats at the bar! **Please note that these seats are located in a separate area and may have limited visibility. Performers will be walking through the entire space to be sure you are part of the show\, but your view will be obstructed. The price for these seats will be slightly lower at $40. Hosted and produced by Beatrix Dixie. Join us for a fabulous Drag Brunch from 12–3 PM\, with dazzling performances including drag kings! Enjoy a vibrant afternoon of entertainment\, laughter\, and a delicious buffet featuring shrimp bisque\, French toast with berries\, eggs\, bacon\, sausage\, home fries\, cured salmon\, benedicts\, jerk chicken with yellow rice\, croissants\, fresh fruit\, salad\, and sweet treats like flan and key lime pie. Ticket link is HERE! You can also reserve your spot and purchase your tickets by contacting  Fritzie at (305) 294-4603 or Fritzie@gaykeywestfl.com. Key West Cooking School & Bar – 291 Front Street (inside The Shops of Mallory Square up the escalator). \nThis event is All Welcome and 21+. \n3 pm —  Hot Dog Church. If you’re looking for a laid-back atmosphere to break from all the partying you did all week\, then this is the place for you! Yes\, there will be hot dogs\, there will be games\, there will be chill vibes! \n4 pm — The Original Tea Dance – a Key West Tradition. Join us for the last dance to close out Womenfest 2025 @La Te Da featuring DJ Rude Girl. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nDaily Activities\n\n\nMuseums: Key West Art & Historical Society\, Ernest Hemingway\, Key West Butterfly Conservatory\, Little White House\, Key West Aquarium\, Mel Fisher Maritime Museum\, Key West Firehouse Museum\, Key West Light House\, Key West Ship Wreck Museum\, Audubon House\, Oldest House and Garden Museum\, USCGC Ingham Museum\, Tennessee Williams Exhibit. \nLand Activities: Key West Food Tours\, Key West Cooking School\, Fort Zachary State Park\, West Martello Tower\, Key West Tropical Forest and Botanical Garden\, Key West Cemetery\, Key West Adventures\, Papa’s Pilar Rum Distillery\, Ghost Hunt\, Old Town Trolley Tours\, Conch Tour Train\, Haunted Key West\, Ghosts and Mysteries\, Ghosts and Gravestones\, D’vine Wine Gallery. \nWater Activities: Blu Q\, Classic Harbor Lines\, Cruisin’ Tikis\, Danger Charters\, Fish N Chicks\, Fury\, Island Vibe Charters\, Java Cat\, Jolly Rover II\, Key West Eco Tours\, Key West Sailing Center\, Key West Snorkeling. Land Boat Charters\, Off the Charts\, Schooner America\, Sunset Sail Key West\, Sunset Watersports\, SV Argo Navis\, Yankee Freedom. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBOOK YOUR VACATION RENTAL FOR KEY WEST WOMENFEST\nDon’t wait to book your Key West vacation rental if you’re planning on attending Key West Womenfest. Choose from our selection of luxury homes\, vacation rentals with a pool\, pet friendly rentals\, condos or townhomes.\nBrowse Vacation Rentals>>>
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SUMMARY:Sloppy Joe's Annual Hemingway Days
DESCRIPTION:Hemingway Days\n7/21/26 – 7/26/26\n\nKey West’s Most Whimsical Tribute to Papa Hemingway\n\n\nWelcome 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 way that’s as unique and spirited as the man himself. \nAt the heart of the festivities is the Hemingway Look-Alike Contest\, where participants worldwide don their best Hemingway-esque attire and compete to be named “Papa.” This isn’t just a contest of physical resemblance; it’s a celebration of Hemingway’s larger-than-life persona. Contestants are judged not only on their physical similarity to the great writer but also on their embodiment of his spirit and zest for life. \nAdding to the excitement is the playful “Running of the Bulls” event\, a nod to Hemingway’s love for Spain and its traditions. But in true Key West style\, we swap real bulls for wooden sawhorses on wheels. It’s a spectacle filled with humor and camaraderie\, perfectly encapsulating the fun-loving spirit of both Hemingway and Key West. \nThis event isn’t just for Hemingway enthusiasts or look-alikes; it’s a gathering that invites all to enjoy the vibrancy of Key West\, the thrill of friendly competition\, and the warmth of a community that knows how to celebrate life. Whether you’re a literature buff\, a Hemingway admirer\, or just searching for a good time\, the Hemingway Look-Alike Contest is an experience you won’t want to miss. \nFeatures of the Event: \n\nLook-Alike Contest: A spirited competition where the resemblance to Hemingway is just the beginning.\nRunning of the Bulls: A humorous twist on a Spanish tradition\, with Key West’s unique charm.\nCelebration of Hemingway’s Legacy: Immerse yourself in the world of Ernest Hemingway through stories\, and an atmosphere that echoes his adventurous life.\nCommunity and Camaraderie: Meet fellow Hemingway fans and become part of a tradition that celebrates one of literature’s giants in the most joyous way possible.\n\nJoin us for an unforgettable event where the spirit of Ernest Hemingway is alive and well\, and the essence of Key West’s fun-loving culture is on full display. We can’t wait to see you here! \n\n\n2026 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS\nAll 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.)\nHappening Throughout the Event\n\nLorian Hemingway Short Story Competition. The competition started in 1981 and has awarded over $70\,000 to writers of merit. More information may be found at www.shortstorycompetition.com.\nDaily Tours of the Hemingway Home & Museum at 907 Whitehead Street.  Visit https://www.hemingwayhome.com for more information.\nJuly 22-25\, 2026\, the Key West Marlin Tournament\, offering cash prizes for top catches of marlin and other fish\, attracts up to 75 registered boats and their crews. The tournament\, held Wednesday through Saturday during the annual Hemingway Look-Alike Contest\, is a world-class fishing event hosted at the Perry Hotel and Marina in the Lower Keys.  More information is available at www.keywestmarlin.com.\nJuly 25-26\, 2026: Hemingway 5K Sunset Run (5K Sunset Race by Key West Half Marathon).\n\n\nTUESDAY\, July 21\, 2026\n\n10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. “Hemingway Collection” Museum Day at the Custom House. Discover rare artifacts and memorabilia from Hemingway’s life\, a full-size bronze of the author and 59 original pen-and-ink drawings by famed marine wildlife artist Guy Harvey that provide a visual narrative to Hemingway’s novel\, “The Old Man and the Sea.” Key West Museum of Art & History at the Custom House\, 281 Front St. Free entry to those who mention Hemingway Days at the admission desk. Visit www.kwahs.org.\n7:00 p.m. Lorian Hemingway Short Story Competition Announcement and Reading & “The Beard Also Rises” Screening • “Beards Go To Cuba” Preview at Tropic Cinema\, 416 Eaton Street\n\nCelebrate the 127th anniversary of Ernest Hemingway’s July 21 birth — with the announcement and first reading of the winning entry in the renowned Lorian Hemingway Short Story Competition. Then “meet” the Papa Look-Alikes in “The Beard Also Rises\,” a lively short film by Cassidy Rast and Odin Wadleigh … and view a sneak preview of their “Beards Go to Cuba\,” debuting at film festivals in fall 2026.\n\n\n\nWEDNESDAY\, JULY 22\, 2026\n\n12:00 p.m. & 2:00 p.m. “Hemingway Cocktails” at the Key West Cooking Show\, 291 Front St. upstairs. Learn to mix drinks\, including the Hemingway Daiquiri\, created especially for Papa\, and the Death in the Afternoon that he invented. Also during the stir-and-sip session\, discover memorabilia that recalls Ernest’s Key West life — from a model of his fishing boat Pilar to his buddy Charles Thompson’s fish mounts. Advance booking required; visit keywestcookingshow.com and use the code “PAPA10” for a $10 discount (valid only for 12 p.m. or 2 p.m. session on July 22).\n5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Meet & Greet the “Papas” at Sloppy Joe’s Bar. Get to know the contestants and previous winners of the Sloppy Joe’s Hemingway® Look-Alike Contest.\n7:30 p.m. “The Old Man and the Sea“ Tropic Cinema\, 416 Eaton Street\n\nView the classic 1958 film based on Hemingway’s Nobel Prize–winning book\, “The Old Man and the Sea.” Spencer Tracy gives a compelling performance as Santiago\, a Cuban fisherman whose battle with a giant marlin is an epic test of physical and spiritual strength.\n\n\n\nTHURSDAY\, JULY 23\, 2026\n\n11:00 a.m. “A Hemingway Feast” at the Key West Cooking Show\, 291 Front St. upstairs. Savor traditional Key West dishes from Papa’s era\, and learn to prepare them\, during an entertaining experience that spotlights local food and culture. The learn-and-dine adventure even features “grits-n-grunts\,” mentioned in Hemingway’s Key West novel “To Have and Have Not.” Advance booking required; visit keywestcookingshow.com and use the code “PAPA10” for a $10 discount (valid only for the 11 a.m. event on July 23).\nAt 5:00 p.m. Round One check-in contestants must check in at the registration table to pick up their name tags and event shirts.\n5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. “Following the Fish: Hemingway in Key West” Comedy Key West\, 218 Whitehead Street\, #5\n\nRaise a toast to Key West history and Ernest Hemingway’s angling legacy with Key West Art & Historical Society Curator Cori Convertito\, Ph.D.\, during her popular “Happy Hour with the Historian” program. The Nobel Prize-winning author\, who lived and wrote in Key West during the 1930s\, immersed himself in Florida Keys game fishing. Convertito will share insights on both his angling exploits and his lesser-known conservation activities. For tickets\, visit www.kwahs.org/whats-on/.\n\n\n5:30 p.m. Introduction “Welcome” to the Contest by David Douglas\, president of the Hemingway Look-Alike Society & Jeff Allen\, CEO of Sloppy Joe’s.\n6:00 p.m. Hemingway Look-Alike Society Scholarship Presentations. The society will announce the winners of its annual scholarships for the College of the Florida Keys students on stage at Sloppy Joe’s Bar.\n6:30 p.m. Sloppy Joe’s 45th Annual Hemingway® Look-Alike Contest – Preliminary Round One on stage at Sloppy Joe’s. Contestants will be narrowed down to approximately 12 finalists to advance to Saturday night’s final round. (Live Auction benefiting the HLAS Scholarship Fund immediately following preliminary round one\, while awaiting results) View Contest Results\n\nFRIDAY\, JULY 24\, 2026\n\n1:30 p.m. Papa Hemingway Look-Alike Fish-Off.  Cheer your favorites as the Papas & Wannabes compete in this dockside catch-and-release challenge using traditional “Cuban Yo-Yos” at Conch Republic Seafood Company docks\, 631 Greene Street.  Free to watch. (Silent Auction benefiting the HLAS Scholarship Fund during Fish-Off)\n5:00 p.m. Round Two Contestants Check in at the registration table to pick up the name tag and event shirt.\n6:30 p.m. Sloppy Joe’s 45th Annual Hemingway® Look-Alike Contest – Preliminary Round Two on stage at Sloppy Joe’s. Contestants will be narrowed down to approximately 12 finalists to advance to Saturday night’s final round. (Live Auction benefiting the HLAS Scholarship Fund immediately following preliminary round two\, while awaiting results) View Contest Results\n\nSATURDAY\, JULY 25\, 2026\n\n10 a.m. to 10 p.m. (Duval Street closure ) Caribbean Street Fair to benefit Literacy Volunteers of America (LVA) Monroe County\, Inc. Key West’s annual Hemingway Birthday Celebration provides an excellent opportunity for Florida’s artisans and food vendors to display and sell their works during the one-day Caribbean Street Fair on world-renowned Duval Street.  If you are interested in being a vendor\, download the vendor application.\nNoon: Photos with “Papas.” Hemingway® Look-Alikes\, Wannabes\, Papas\, and Bulls provide a photo opportunity for fans. Greene Street outside Sloppy Joe’s.\n\nHLAS will sell red berets and red bandanas (limited quantities) beginning at 12 Noon on Saturday. Those wishing to wear traditional white clothing with a red sash need to be prepared and bring their own clothing (these items are not sold).\n\n\n1:00 p.m. Annual ‘Running’ of the Bulls. This wacky event\, sponsored by Sloppy Joe’s Bar\, features past “Papa” Hemingway® Look-Alike Contest winners dressed in their Pamplona best and a breed of “bull” found only in Key West. The fun takes place on Greene Street outside Sloppy Joe’s.\n5:30 p.m. Finalist Contestants must check in at the registration table at Sloppy Joe’s.\n6:30 p.m. Sloppy Joe’s 45th Annual Hemingway® Look-Alike Contest – FINAL ROUND with the ‘crowning’ of Papa 2026. (Live Auction benefiting the HLAS Scholarship Fund immediately following the final round\, while awaiting results. View Contest Results\n\nSUNDAY\, JULY 26\, 2026\n\n9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Papa Birthday Bash at Sloppy Joe’s – Bloody Marys with Papas (cash bar)\, Photo Opportunities with Papa 2026 & Papa birthday cake at noon.\n10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. “Hemingway Collection” Museum Day at the Custom House. Discover rare artifacts and memorabilia from Hemingway’s life\, a full-size bronze of the author\, and 59 original pen-and-ink drawings by famed marine wildlife artist Guy Harvey that provide a visual narrative to Hemingway’s novel\, “The Old Man and the Sea.” Key West Museum of Art & History at the Custom House\, 281 Front St. Free entry to those who mention Hemingway Days at the admission desk. Visit www.kwahs.org.\n1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. “Papa’s Tales” Storytelling Competition\, Hemingway Social Club @Hemingway Distillery\, 201 Simonton Street (Corner of Greene and Simonton)\n\nSaluting Ernest’s storytelling skill\, this fun-filled contest is for tale-spinners who can enthrall audiences with a spoken-word story of three minutes or less. Entrants in two competition categories will be judged on criteria including style\, delivery\, and originality. Entry is free\, and the grand prize includes the prestigious Barrel Head Trophy. https://www.papaspilar.com
URL:https://www.historichideaways.com/event/sloppy-joes-annual-hemingway-days/
LOCATION:Sloppy Joe’s\, 201 Duval Street\, Key West\, FL\, 33040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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SUMMARY:Summer Solstice Celebration
DESCRIPTION:JUNE 8-21\, 2026\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for our 2026 summer solstice celebration\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor two weeks\, the Sunset Celebration transforms into a vibrant Solstice Festival filled with live entertainment\, local art\, interactive experiences\, island-inspired food\, and local non-profit\norganizations. Celebrate the season with nightly festivities\, community traditions\, and\nunforgettable sunsets in the heart of Key West.
URL:https://www.historichideaways.com/event/summer-solstice-celebration/
LOCATION:Key West\, Florida\, Key West\, FL\, 33040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Outdoor Activities
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SUMMARY:Key West Pride
DESCRIPTION:2026 Dates – JUNE 3rd – 7th\nCELEBRATE ONE HUMAN FAMILY\n \nThe Key West Pride event is one of the largest and most popular LGBTQ celebrations in the United States. Full of vibrant energy\, spectacular events\, and fun Key West activities\, this is an event not to be missed whether you’re a member of the LGBTQ community\, a friend or simply looking to support the event’s One Human Family philosophy.\nSupport the Key West Community\nKey West’s gay community dates back to the 1940s\, when Tennessee Williams arrived to the little island with his longtime partner\, Frank Merlo. Williams is credited for establishing Key West as an official gay vacation destination\, and the Key West Business Guild\, which has been promoting LGBTQ Travel to Key West since 1978\, is a testament to his legacy.\n2026 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS!\nAll 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.)\n\n\n\nKicking off Pride Week – Saturday\, May 30th\n\n\n6:30 pm – Key West Pride Follies at the Key West Theater \nJoin us for an outrageous\, unforgettable night as the legendary Key West Pride Follies returns\, bolder than ever with Dominic Paolillo and new co-host\, Claire Caplan! This precursor to Pride tradition is one you won’t want to miss\, featuring local talent showcasing a variety of acts\, including singers\, dancers\, and more! Wear your favorite rainbow color and come ready to have a fantastic time! Tickets are now available HERE. \n\n\n\nKey West Pride Begins – Wednesday\, June 3rd.\n\n\nNoon – Key West Business Guild Membership Luncheon: Pride Edition \nMore info coming soon! \n5-8 pm – The GOLD Party @ Island House for Men  \nNo clothing required\, but wear something GOLD! Come celebrate 50 Years of Fabulous at the Best Gay Resort in The World! Gold crowns\, tiaras\, body paint\, sequins\, spandex- you name it- just make it GOLD! Tons of free appetizers served by Golden pool boys\, free shots\, giveaways\, and 2-4-1 on all cocktails! $20 Donation benefits our friends @ Womankind. All gay\, bi\, queer\, trans + brothers welcome. \n5:30 pm –KEY WEST PRIDE KICK-OFF – The Key West Cooking Show – 291 Front Street (inside The Shops of Mallory Square\, up the escalator) Presented by the Key West Business Guild and Gay Key West\, this year’s Pride event carries the overarching theme of “Color the Island: A Celebration of Identity Through Color & Creativity.” Join us for a vibrant kick-off to Pride 2026 as we transform the island into a living canvas of self-expression\, artistry\, and community. Color the Island is more than an event; it’s an immersive celebration of identity\, where every hue tells a story\, and every voice adds to the theme. The celebration features local DJ Mr. Enjoy\, local vendors\, delicious food\, and unlimited drinks! All included with your entry! Come ready to color the island with pride! This event is 21+ only. Tickets available HERE \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, June 4th.\n\n\nNoon – 4 pm –  Rainbow Runway: Poolside Glam-Off  at the Lighthouse Hotel – 902 Whitehead St \nCelebrate Pride poolside in full color at our Rainbow Runway: Poolside Glam-Off. DJ Rude Girl will be setting the vibe. Calling all main-character energy only. Arrive ready to showcase your style because at 3pm\, we crown the Best Poolside Look\, followed by a champagne spray finale you won’t forget. Glitter optional. SPF required. Pride mandatory. 21+ event. Free entry. \n6 pm – Key West Pride Annual Tea on the Sea  on Fury Watersports – Opal Key Marina 241 Front St. Hop aboard Fury Water Adventures for one of Key West Pride’s most iconic traditions\, a floating Tea Dance that sails straight into the sunset! With DJ Mr. Enjoy spinning  grooves\, you’ll dance across the deck as the sky lights up in rainbow hues. Your ticket includes unlimited beer\, wine\, champagne\, margaritas\, and tasty appetizers—so come thirsty\, come hungry\, and come ready to slay at sea. Check-in by 5:45 pm\, for a 6 pm departure. Tickets available HERE \n9 pm – Key West Local Bartender Competition at Bourbon St. Pub – 724 Duval St \nLocal bars are competing to be crowned the ultimate bartender champion for Pride 2026\, along with earning bragging rights! Which bar will take home the prize this year? All are welcome. 21+ event. Free entry. \n\nFriday\, June 5th.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n11 am – Key West Pride Brunch Sail & Swim aboard the Argo Navis – 0(Zero) Duval St. \nCome out sailing in support of Gay Key West and Key West Pride Week! We’re hosting a brunch\, sail\, & swim at this festive fundraiser ~ a portion of every ticket sold goes back to Gay Key West! Come in your favorite color or representation of the rainbow to celebrate this year’s Pride theme\, “Color the Island”\, and you just might be crowned the 2026 winner of Argo’s Annual Pride Cossie Contest! Guests enjoy a delicious light brunch\, Bottomless Mimosas\, Bloody Marys\, house made Sangria and Cocktails along with Miller Lite and local craft brews. During our first hour\, we sail along the historic Key West shoreline\, giving you a great vantage point to take in the sights of the island. Then we anchor the boat and get ready for fun in the sun and playtime in the water! After swim time enjoy a fresh water rinse\, an ice cold towel for your face and a piece of pineapple to rinse the salt taste from your mouth. Finish the afternoon with another cool drink and a sweet treat– a perfect end to the day! Tickets are available HERE \n12 pm – ALL WELCOME “RU WET” Annual Pool Party at Alexander’s Guesthouse  – 1118 Fleming St. \nWe’re turning up the heat with Ms. Bouvee on hand serving fierce looks and fabulous fun for Drag Bingo you won’t want to miss. Enjoy poolside drag bingo\, live musical performances\, comedy\, and audience interaction.  Plus drink specials and a live DJ playing the latest hits! \n12-5pm – Sausage Fest at Island House for Men – 1129 Fleming St.\nThe title says it all! Join the boyz of Island House for a naked sausage fest like no other! Gourmet sausages from around the world\, served by our friendly pool boyz. Savor signature Stoli frozen drinks\, & food specials! All gay\, bi\, queer\, trans + brothers welcome. \n4 pm – A Mojito Masterclass at Tropicado in La Concha Key West – 430 Duval St. \nJoin us at Tropicado Mojito Bar at La Concha Hotel for an immersive\, hands-on mojito experience in the heart of Key West! \nShake\, “slap”\, and sip your way through the art of crafting the perfect mojito as you explore Papa’s rum\, fresh ingredients\, and the vibrant spirit of Havana. This interactive class is a must-do for cocktail enthusiasts\, curious beginners\, and anyone looking to elevate their island experience. 21+ event limited to 25 people. Ticket link coming soon!\n\n8 pm – BERTHA: Grateful Drag hosted by Beatrix Dixie at the Key West Theater – 512 Eaton St\nThe world’s first Grateful Drag band\, BERTHA is an all-star collective of queer and allied East Nashville talent coming together in wigs and full face for a good cause. Fronted by a harmony trio of Berthas and backed by a rocking all-Bertha band. Find out why Rolling Stone Magazine said “Nashville’s Bertha\, gives The Dead an irreverent\, joyful maker.”\, and JamBase said “BERTHA: Grateful Drag is far from a gimmick. These musicians are the real deal and have some of the best harmonies and vocals of any Grateful Dead tribute act.” Doors open 7:00 pm. Tickets Available HERE \n10 pm –Midnight Mass: A Heated Confession @ Island House for Men – 1129 Fleming St.\nA party that has grown infamous since it’s inception. Swings\, communal alter\, huge projector screen. Lose your inhibitions and look your fantasy right in the eyes. Safe\, sane\, and smoking hot.  All gay\, bi\, trans\, queer + brothers welcome.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, June 6th.\n\n\n11:30 am – Paint the Town Proud Pub Roll starting at Bobby’s Monkey Bar – 900 Simonton St. \nJoin us on the Old Town Trolley Tour for the “Paint the Town Proud Pub Roll”\, an exciting adventure outside Key West’s historic and vibrant Gayborhood. This unique event celebrates the island’s LGBTQ+ cultural heritage while you enjoy specially curated Pride-themed drinks at each stop. Be sure to dress in your favorite color of the rainbow to win best dressed! We’ll kick off the tour at Bobby’s Monkey Bar\, where you can enjoy delicious breakfast bites and a welcome drink. A cash bar is also available for mimosas\, Bloody Marys\, or any other drinks you might want to have before the tour begins!\nThe tour departs promptly at 1:00 PM. This event is 21+ only. Tickets available HERE\n\n\n4 pm – “Celebration of Identity Through Color & Creativity” Street Fair on the 700-900 blocks of Duval Street\nCelebration of Identity Through Color and Creativity Street Fair  is a vibrant gathering honoring the beauty of self-expression\, community\, and love in all its forms. Stroll through a lively open-air festival filled with vendors\, live music and dance performances. Enjoy delicious food from diverse vendors\, connect with community organizations\, and discover safe spaces designed for conversation\, inspiration\, and celebration. Whether you come to dance\, create\, learn\, or simply soak in the joyful atmosphere\, this event welcomes everyone to show up exactly as they are. \nBring your brightest outfits\, your loudest cheers\, and your truest self because when we celebrate identity through color and creativity\, we paint a future rooted in pride\, unity\, and love. All welcome\, family friendly event. VENDOR APPLICATION IS NOW OPEN! \n10 pm – All Welcome Purgatory Party at Bourbon St. Pub – 724 Duval St.\nAdult themed pool party where bad boys and bad girls come play. Purgatory is a fetish and poolside party. Fetish attire is encouraged. This event is 21+ and has a cover charge at the door.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSunday\, June 7th.\n\n\n10 am – MCC Church Pride Service – 1215 Petronia St. \n10 am – Unity of the Keys Pride Service – 1011 Virginia St. \n11:30 am – Key West Pride Drunken Drag Brunch at Mangoes Key West – 700 Duval St. \nMangoes Drag Brunch has been proudly voted Top 10 Drag Brunch Shows in the USA by the Miami Herald. This high-energy\, crowd-favorite event will be featured in their air-conditioned Ricky Ricardo Private Event Space\, complete with a private bar and private bathrooms; the perfect setting to enjoy an unforgettable brunch experience in comfort and style. Mangoes offers a special à la carte brunch menu\, featuring delicious brunch favorites available for purchase. After the show\, stick around for a meet-and-greet and the opportunity to take photos with our local stunning drag queens. Ticket Options: VIP Tickets – VIP tickets include access to the fabulous drag show\, the best seats in the house\, and exclusive VIP swag take-home gifts. General Admission Tickets – General Admission tickets include access to the fabulous drag show with regular admission seating. \nImportant Information: This event is 21+ only due to current Florida state laws. No one under the age of 21 will be admitted. No refunds. Please double-check your purchase before clicking the buy button. All tickets are non-refundable\, no exceptions. \nNoon – HOT NAKED SUNDAY at the Island House for Men 1129 Fleming St. \nAfter church\, and before tea dance\, comes Island House! A Gay Key West tradition for over 20 years! All gay\, bi\, queer\, trans + brothers welcome. \n7 pm – Color the Island Pride Parade \nJoin us as we celebrate the closing of Key West Pride 2026 with our annual Parade! The parade route will begin at the Quay at Truman Waterfront\, continue down Whitehead Street to Front Street\, turn right onto Duval Street\, and finish at United Street. After the parade\, we’ll make our way to La Te Da for the “last dance.” The parade line-up will begin at 5 pm. Participants interested in joining the parade MUST complete the application available on the website above.  \n\n\n\n\n\nDaily Activities\n\n\n\n\nMuseums: Key West Butterfly Conservatory\, Little White House\, Key West Aquarium\, Mel Fisher Maritime Museum\, Key West Firehouse Museum\, Key West Light House\, Key West Ship Wreck Museum\,  Audubon House\, Oldest House and Garden Museum\, USCGC Ingham Museum\, Tennessee Williams Museum\, Hellings Curry Museum/ Home of the Key West Woman’s Club\, Ernest Hemingway Home & Museum \nLand Activities: Key West Food Tours\,  iWitness True Crime Tours\, Fort Zachary State Park\, West Martello Tower\, KW Tropical Forest and Botanical Garden\, Key West Cemetery\, Key West Adventures\, Papa’s Pilar Rum Distillery\, Ghost Hunt\, Old Town Trolley Tours\, Conch Tour Train\, Haunted Key West\, Ghosts and Mysteries\, Ghosts and Gravestones\, D’vine Wine Gallery\, Key West Fine Wine\, Key West Wildlife Center\, Tart Tales. \nWater Activities: Argo Navis\, Blu Q\, Classic Harbor Lines\, Cruisin’ Tikis\, Danger Charters\, Fish N Chicks\, Fury\, Island Vibe Charters\, Island Vibe Charters\, Java Cat\, Jolly Rover II\, Key West Eco Tours\, Key West Sailing Center\, Key West Snorkeling\, Hindu Charters\, Land Boat Charters\, Namaste All Day Key West \, Schooner America\, Sunset Sail Key West\, Sunset Watersports\, SV Argo Navis\, Yankee Freedom III
URL:https://www.historichideaways.com/event/key-west-pride/
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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SUMMARY:Annual Conch Republic Independence Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Annual Conch Republic Independence Celebration!\n\n\nIt’s Fun FOR ALL And ALL For FUN\nThe 44th Anniversary of Our Independence!\n\n\n\n\nCalling Conch Republic Patriots\, Pirates and Partiers – Declare Your FUN-dependence!\n \nThe Founding of the Conch Republic\nThe Conch Republic was born on April 23\, 1982\, in response to a United States Border Patrol Blockade of the Florida Keys. Since the United States insisted on treating the Keys like a foreign country\, Mayor Dennis Wardlow seceded from Union. Today we stand proudly as a community of who have “Sovereign State Of Mind” and as the “People who seceded where others have failed”.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll 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.)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.historichideaways.com/event/annual-conch-republic-independence-celebration/
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Outdoor Activities
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SUMMARY:Key West Mango Fest
DESCRIPTION:Mango Fest Key West \nCelebrate the Annual Mango Fest Key West  \nBayview Park June 27th 2026\n\nSPLASH THE TOWN MANGO \nJOIN OUR MANGO MANIA VENDOR VILLAGE \nMANGO MANIA Vender Village will include special mango related items and other best-selling products from Galleries\, Jewelry Stores\, Gift Shops\, Local Artists\, Restaurants\, Bars\, Banks\, Hotels and more! \nWe appreciate your support of Reef Relief and helping us protect our beautiful ocean\, reefs\, and marine life.
URL:https://www.historichideaways.com/event/key-west-mango-fest/
LOCATION:Bayview Park\, 1400 Truman Avenue\, Key West\, FL\, 33040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Outdoor Activities
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SUMMARY:Tennessee Williams Birthday Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Tennessee Williams Birthday Celebration Events\nIn celebration of Tennessee Williams\, the Pulitzer-prize-winning literary icon that moved to Key West in 1949 and remained a resident for 34 years\, Key West Art & Historical Society hosts an annual ‘Tennessee Williams Birthday Celebration\,’ a month-long series of arts and cultural events that takes place each March at multiple Key West venues.\n\n\nThis yearly festival of events often includes a museum fundraiser\, Plein air painting\, poetry\, and short story writing contests\, lectures\, museum tours\, film showings\, live theater events and a birthday party complete with cake and bubbly to honor the life and accomplishments of Williams\, whose rise to stardom began with The Glass Menagerie and continued with A Streetcar Named Desire\, Cat on a Hot Tin Roof and other dramatic masterpieces. \nThe Tropic is again proud to celebrate legendary author\, playwright\, and Key West icon Tennessee Williams! \nBaby Doll \nMarch 11 \nThe Southern Gothic potboiler “Baby Doll” centers on Archie Lee Meighan (Karl Malden)\, a failing cotton gin owner who is married to Baby Doll (Carroll Baker)\, a 19-year old childlike beauty whose father arranged the marriage for financial reasons. As Archie awaits the arrival of Baby Doll’s 20th birthday\, the day that they are supposed to consummate their marriage\, he faces interference from business rival Silva Vacarro (Eli Wallach)\, who plots to seduce Baby Doll away from Meighan. \nPeriod of Adjustment \nMarch 18 \nin this rare comedy from Williams\, veteran George Haverstick (Jim Hutton) meets nurse Isabel (Jane Fonda) while in hospital and soon marries her. However\, Isabel is disappointed to learn that George drives a hearse and has booked them a dingy motel for their honeymoon\, during which he falls asleep drunk. The next day\, the couple visits George’s friend Ralph (Tony Franciosa)\, who originally married Dorothea (Lois Nettleton) for money but now loves her. Dorothea wants to leave Ralph\, and the Haversticks try to help him. \nThe Fugitive Kind \nMarch 25 \nWhen guitar-playing drifter Valentine “Snakeskin” Xavier (Marlon Brando) arrives in a southern town\, he catches the eye of the married Lady Torrance (Anna Magnani) and the oversexed alcoholic\, Carol Cutrere (Joanne Woodward). Both vie for his attention\, and Snakeskin decides to change his drifting “party boy” life—but an undercurrent of violence\, past and present\, dominate the town and threatens to pull him back in. \n 
URL:https://www.historichideaways.com/event/tennessee-williams-birthday-celebration/
LOCATION:513 Truman Ave Key West\, FL 33040\, 513 Truman Ave\, Key West\, FL\, 33040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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