Calendar of Events

Current Florida Keys Events

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  • Sep 13, 2024 - Nov 24, 2024 The Florida Keys Arts & Culture
  • Key West Art & Historical Society: The Antic Humor of Richard Weatherwax
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  • Richard Watherwax has more than 40 years’ experience in commercial, editorial, advertising and wedding photography. After 25 years shooting in Manhattan for top corporate brand clients, Watherwax found his home in Key West where he took to the easy, laid-back atmosphere of Key West like a duck to water. He developed his own unique style of art that many have called ‘Watherwax Whimsy.' The exhibition marks the photographer's 90th birthday later this year. The exhibition, on display through Nov. 24, is displayed in the Bryan Gallery at the Custom House Museum, 281 Front St.
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  • Nov 7, 2024 - Nov 28, 2024 Key West Arts & Culture
  • Studios of Key West: Memory Lane with works by Catherine Solmo
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  • This exhibition features works by Catherine Solo. Inspired by old photographs and her grandfather’s vivid stories, Solmo creates nostalgic paintings that pay tribute to past generations of Conchs and their traditions. She crafts unique stories through her art, presenting the island as it once was. The work keeps the spirit of old Key West alive, weaving narratives with humor and compassion. 533 Eaton St.
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  • Nov 14, 2024 - Nov 23, 2024 Key West Arts & Culture
  • Key West International Dance Co.: Lambada is Dead
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  • Lambada is Dead — Long Live Lambada! is a sultry murder mystery tracing the rise, fall, and rebirth of cultural craze. Filled with passion, betrayal, and infectious beats, the story features Key West resident and Brazilian dance sensation Braz dos Santos. Shows at 8 p.m. at San Carlos Institute, 516 Duval St.
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  • Nov 14, 2024 - Dec 7, 2024 Marathon Arts & Culture
  • Marathon Community Theater: Beer for Breakfast
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  • This comedy features a group of men who gather for a weekend at a cabin to eat, drink and reminisce about their high school and college days in the 70s and indulge their fondness for drinking beer for breakfast. One of the men, the cabin owner, doesn't show up but his estranged wife does. What follows is a battle of wit and stamina over which is the stronger sex. Showtimes at 8 p.m. 5101 Overseas Hwy.
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  • Nov 19, 2024 - Nov 23, 2024 Key West Arts & Culture
  • Fringe Theater: Hitler's Tasters
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  • Power, patriotism, and the dynamics of friendship are challenged when young German women are conscripted as food tasters. Winner of the 2017 Susan Glaspell award and named Best of the (Edinburgh) Fringe in 2019. "An unlikely subject for a comedy, and yet it succeeds brilliantly." Showtimes 7 p.m. at the Armory, 600 White St.
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  • Nov 20, 2024 - Nov 23, 2024 Key West
  • Comedy Key West: Bobcat Goldthwait
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  • Comedian Bobcat Goldthwait first appeared on the David Letterman Show at the age of 20 and has an ongoing career as a writer, director, actor, voice actor, and stand-up. As a comedian, Bobcat has starred in numerous HBO/Showtime specials and performed in venues worldwide. Well-known for his roles in “Scrooged” with Bill Murray and as Zed in the “Police Academy” franchise, Goldthwait has become a well-respected award-winning director, too. Shows nightly at 8:30 p.m. Comedy Key West, 218 Whitehead St.
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  • Nov 20, 2024 - Dec 14, 2024 Key West Arts & Culture
  • Waterfront Playhouse: Into the Woods
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  • Into the Woods is one of the late Stephen Sondheim's most well-known musicals. It explores the intertwining of well-known fairytales, but more importantly, the consequences of the actions in those stories. Showtimes nightly at 8 p.m. plus three 2 p.m. Saturday matinees on Nov. 30 and Dec. 7 and 14.
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  • Nov 21, 2024 Islamorada Arts & Culture
  • Morada Way Third Thursday Art Walk
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  • The Morada Way Arts & Cultural District’s Third Thursday Art Walk in Islamorada is the organization’s landmark, monthly event. On the Third Thursday of each month, Keys-inspired fine artists, vendors, residents, and visitors congregate on Morada Way in Islamorada to celebrate the arts and culture in the Florida Keys. Enjoy a relaxing evening from 6-9 p.m. perusing local fine art, imbibing local craft beer and wine and listening to music, in the area between mile markers 81 and 82.
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  • Nov 21, 2024 Key West Arts & Culture
  • Walk on White Third Thursday Art Walk
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  • Explore an array of arts-focused offerings at more than 20 locations showcasing the works of painters, photographers, sculptors, ceramic and mixed media artists, and artisan jewelry makers at this monthly third Thursday event from 6 to 9 p.m. Take in views of beautiful island architecture, exhibit openings, creative demonstrations, musical, literary and performance offerings and complimentary libations. White Street between Southard and United Streets.
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  • Nov 22, 2024 - Nov 23, 2024 The Florida Keys Arts & Culture
  • The Joy Ride - Miami to Key West
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  • The Joy Ride, a thrilling two-day, 165-mile bicycle adventure from Miami to Key West, continues the philanthropic legacy of the SMART (Southern Most HIV/AIDS) Ride, which raised funds for HIV services organizations for 20 years. Participants are required to meet a fundraising goal to support benefiting agencies. This is a fully-supported cycling event with pit stops, route support teams, first aid, bike tech and an overnight stay at Hawks Cay Resort in Duck Key. A closing party in Key West is to be held at Bourbon St. Pub at 7 p.m. Nov. 23.
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  • Nov 22, 2024 Islamorada Arts & Culture
  • Bud N' Mary's Marina: Reef Revival Fest
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  • This free community festival celebrates Mote's dedication to researching and preserving the Florida Keys reef tract. Get a first-hand look at Mote's restoration efforts and enjoy live music, coral nursery tours, coral fragmentation workshops, food trucks, Florida Keys Brewing Co. beer and a Junior Scientist coral kids zone. Don't miss the chance to take a ride on the mechanical shark! 5 to 9 p.m., MM 79.8 oceanside.
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  • Nov 22, 2024 - Nov 23, 2024 Key West Arts & Culture
  • Key West Garden Club: Annual Fall Plant Sale & Art Market
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  • The club holds its annual fall plants sale and art market both days from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at West Martello tower, 1100 Atlantic Blvd. Find a large selection of ornamental and native Florida plants for sale. Knowledgable volunteers will be on hand to answer questions and help with selection. Local artists and vendors are to offer paintings, jewelry, and many other items perfect for holiday gift giving. No pets allowed.
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  • Nov 23, 2024 Key Largo Arts & Culture
  • Light Up Key Largo
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  • Kick off the holiday season at this great, annual community event. Bring the kids to enjoy train rides, vendors with holiday gifts, games, food and holiday treats. The fun starts at 4 p.m. with the tree lighting just after dark. MM 102 bayside at Murray Nelson Government & Cultural Center.
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  • Nov 24, 2024 Key West
  • Sheriff’s Animal Farm Open House
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  • Visit the family-friendly Monroe County Sheriff's Animal Farm, open the second and fourth Sundays of each month from 1 to 3 p.m. Visits are free of charge, but donations are always welcomed. Stock Island Detention Center, 5501 College Rd.
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  • Nov 27, 2024 Key West Arts & Culture
  • Lighting of the Key West Harbor Walk of Lights
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  • Gather on the Harbor Walk plaza at Greene and Elizabeth St. to best see the official lighting of the 2024 Key West Harbor Walk of Lights with lights and creative displays reflecting the Maritime History of Key West. The Key West Harbor Walk of Lights stays lit nightly through New Year's Eve, stretching along the Key West Historic Seaport and Key West Bight Marina. Festive music starts at 5 p.m., by the Fishing Buoy tree, with the tree lighting at 6 p.m. Music at the Lobster Trap tree begins at 6 p.m. with the tree at 7 p.m. The displays are to remain illuminated nightly through Dec. 31.
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  • Nov 27, 2024 - Dec 31, 2024 Key West Arts & Culture
  • Key West Holiday Fest
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  • A merry range of celebrations during Key West's busy holiday season traditionally includes the Harbor Walk of Lights, Holiday Historic Inn Tours and a lighted boat parade with festively lit vessels and good cheer. Other events include the annual hometown holiday parade, festive island lights tours via the Conch Tour Train and Old Town Trolley, seasonal artisan markets and bazaars, and New Year’s Eve “drops” that spoof New York City’s annual Times Square “ball drop.”
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  • Nov 29, 2024 Key West
  • Black Friday Shopping Extravaganza
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  • This Black Friday, get outside instead of online and join the Key West Artisan Market, the Truman Waterfront Farmers Market and shop Mom & Pop Key West along with local Keys artists, crafters, makers and providers for the fourth annual Black Friday Shopping Extravaganza from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Truman Waterfront Park. Score one-of-a-kind gifts, unique handmade items, exquisite art and meet awesome people offering delicious culinary delights, yummy beverages and the views you won't find at any mall for a memorable shopping experience.
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  • Nov 30, 2024 The Lower Keys Arts & Culture
  • Lower Keys Island Art Festival
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  • Get your holiday shopping off to a fun and festive start at the Lower Keys Chamber of Commerce's Island Art Festival. Find beautiful, one-of-a-kind, hand-crafted art items by many talented artisans from both near and far at reasonable price points. Enjoy great music and food throughout the event from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Located at the Chamber of Commerce grounds, MM 31 oceanside.
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  • Nov 30, 2024 Key West Arts & Culture
  • Key West Theater: The Broken Hearts - Tribute to Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers
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  • The Broken Hearts were created by former Tom Petty and Mudcrutch band mate, bassist Charlie Souza, along with singer/songwriter Shawn Scheller as a tribute to Petty's passing in October of 2017. Originally intended only as a temporary project, the group of musicians including keyboardist Robin Swenson (Air Supply, Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons, 3 Dog Night), guitarist Joe Sanders, drummer Scott Lockhart, Souza and Scheller became continuously requested to return to events in Tom's honor. In 2018, the decision was made to become an official touring tribute project paying respect and honor to his life and music. Doors open at 7 p.m.; show at 8 p.m. 512 Eaton St.
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  • Nov 30, 2024 Key West Arts & Culture
  • Hogfish Bar & Grill 22nd Anniversary Party
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  • Hogfish Bar & Grill, home to fresh seafood, great drinks, panoramic waterfront views, outdoor dining and plenty of local characters for a truly authentic Keys experience, is celebrating its 22nd anniversary Sat. Nov. 30. Enjoy great food and special musical guests Mac McAnally - 10-time CMA Entertainer of the Year and member of Jimmy Buffett's Coral Reefer Band - along with Scotty Emerick and Eric Darken. 6810 Front Street, Stock Island.
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  • Nov 30, 2024 Key West
  • Hog Trot 5k
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  • Sign up for the 30th annual Hog Trot to run or walk to burn off those Turkey Day calories. The race begins and ends in front of Hogs Breath Saloon, 400 Front Street. Proceeds benefit the Florida Keys SPCA, dedicated to protecting animals and providing them with a safe, loving environment. Race starts at 8 a.m.
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  • Nov 30, 2024 Islamorada Arts & Culture
  • Green Turtle Comedy Show
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  • This month nationally touring comedian Dougie Almeida (SiriusXM, FOX Sports, World Series of Comedy Finalist) headlines with South Florida favorites Zach Bugarin featuring and Lando Gonzalez hosting. Showtimes at 7 and 9:30 p.m. Seating starts 30 minutes prior to shows. Come early for drinks and dinner. MM 81.2
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  • Nov 30, 2024 Marathon Arts & Culture
  • Marathon Garden Club: Holiday Bazaar
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  • The club's annual Holiday Bazaar includes a huge plant sale, including many native Florida plants perfect for Keys landscaping and butterfly gardening, along with orchids, craft vendors, holiday attire, baked goods, holiday decor and unique gift items. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 5270 Overseas Hwy, across from Publix.
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