Calendar of Events

June 2021: Florida Keys Events

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  • Apr 21, 2021 - Dec 31, 2021 Islamorada Arts & Culture
  • History of Diving Museum Exhibit: Diving in Pop Culture
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  • Visit the museum at 82990 Overseas Highway (mile marker 83) to see the latest exhibit with representations of diving in literature, advertising, film, television, games, music, attractions, collectibles, and more, while examining connections amongst these works. Museum staff has been collecting and researching all of the creative ways diving has been incorporated into pop culture for over 100 years.
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  • May 20, 2021 - Jun 7, 2021 Key West Arts & Culture
  • Connections Project Mural: ‘A Mosaic of the Keys’
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  • The Connections Project mural, titled “A Mosaic of the Keys” is made up of individual 6-by-6-inch canvases that were decorated by local artists and creative residents, with the completed pieces arranged into the colorful mosaic. Art lovers can see the mural during a Keyswide “road show” tour, culminating at the Key West Art Center, 301 Front St.
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  • Jun 1, 2021 - Jun 2, 2021 Key West Arts & Culture
  • Rams Head presents: The Allman Betts Band with Special Guests, The River Kittens
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  • After a successful tour as The Devon Allman Project with special guest Duane Betts, the sons of Gregg Allman and Dickey Betts have joined forces to form The Allman Betts Band. Each evening of live music features new songs from their solo projects and classic Allman Brothers and Gregg Allman tunes. Tickets on sale starting April 14 at noon. Performances at Key West Theater, 512 Eaton St., begin at 8 p.m., doors open 7 p.m., patrons must be age 21 and over.
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  • Jun 6, 2021 Key West
  • 11th Annual Key West Art Garden
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  • From 1-3 p.m., enjoy this year's exhibit of 30 unique pieces and talk to the artists who created them! Find out what their concept, was their process to create and how they are able to convey the sense of nature using natural or recycled materials. Art pieces are to be placed throughout the historic Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden. Free admission.
  • Jun 7, 2021 - Jun 11, 2021 Islamorada Fishing
  • 47th Annual Don Hawley Tarpon Fly Tournament
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  • Up to 25 of the world’s top fly-rod anglers endure a five-day test of patience and finesse, fishing Keys waters using fly tackle and 12-pound tippet. Named for the late fly fisherman and conservationist Don Hawley, the tournament benefits the Guides Trust Foundation, assisting professional fishing guides and supporting backcountry fishery conservation programs.
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  • Jun 7, 2021 - Jun 13, 2021 Key Largo
  • REEF presents: Fish Out of Water Virtual 5k Race
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  • The Key Largo-based Reef Environmental Education Foundation (REEF) is encouraging ocean enthusiasts everywhere to get moving in the name of conservation. Choose to run, walk, hike, bike or even swim, completing the 5K (3.1 miles) in one day or throughout the week. No matter how you participate, it’s a great way to get active in your community while making your miles count. Register before April 30, 2021 for the early bird discounted rate. Registration will remain open through May 28, 2021. All racers will receive a limited-edition race T-shirt, 2021 finishers medal, and bib. Premium registration levels also include a retro fanny pack and two custom vinyl stickers.
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  • Jun 10, 2021 Key West Arts & Culture
  • Raul Malo Live at San Carlos Institute
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  • Celebrate the rich history of the San Carlos Institute, 516 Duval St., with a special performance by Grammy Award Winning Musician - Raul Malo of The Mavericks. The Evening will be emceed by Matt Asher, host of The Mattahser Show airing on PBS affiliates nationwide in October 2021. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., show begins at 7:30 p.m. Advance ticket purchases are $35, day of performance $45. Limited to 200 tickets.
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  • Jun 11, 2021 - Jun 12, 2021 Marathon Arts & Culture
  • 12th Annual Tah Dance!
  • Box Office 305-743-0994 Website
  • Enjoy an evening of dance with the Marathon Community Theatre's Dance Department along with community dance studios, dance groups and individual dancers. Show starts at 8 p.m., contact box office or buy tickets online.
  • Jun 15, 2021 - Jun 17, 2021 Islamorada Fishing
  • Ladies Tarpon Fly Tournament
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  • Connecting women worldwide through competition and conservation, this all-release invitational tournament represents a rich history of premier lady fly anglers who love the sport of saltwater fishing in the shallow waters of Islamorada and Florida Bay.
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  • Jun 17, 2021 Islamorada Arts & Culture
  • Morada Way Art Walk
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  • Morada Way Arts & Culture District, located at 151 Morada Way between mile marker 81 and 82, is a non-profit in the heart of Islamorada with Morada Way Clay, Jessica Ann Art, Rum Brush, Limelight Studio/Gallery, & Partners. Check out Art Walk the third Thursday of each month. Enjoy a relaxing evening from 6-9 p.m. perusing local fine art, imbibing local craft beer and wine, listening to music, and seeing your favorite people! Event is socially distanced; artists and vendors, visitors asked to please wear masks.
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  • Jun 18, 2021 - Jun 19, 2021 Key West Arts & Culture
  • Key West Carnival
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  • Key West Carnival promises a weekend of authentic Caribbean entertainment, food, dance and merriment in keeping with Key West’s island heritage! Festivities include a costumed parade through the streets of Old Town, outdoor events at the Coffee Butler Amphitheater, Junkanoo bands and percussion bands and delightful foods from different Caribbean Islands. Grand Opening is set for 6 p.m. Friday, with daylong events Saturday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
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  • Jun 18, 2021 Key West
  • Rams Head presents: Past II Present, A Toto Tribute Band
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  • Enjoy an evening of this optimum tribute band performing the music of Toto as well as music that members of Toto have written for other artists. Tickets on sale starting April 14 at noon. Performance at Key West Theater, 512 Eaton St., begins at 8 p.m., doors open 7 p.m., patrons must be age 21 and over.
  • Jun 19, 2021 Key West
  • Truman's Tropical Fruit Festival
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  • Can you tell the difference between a haden and a kent mango? At the Tropical Fruit Festival, you’ll have the chance to taste all types of mangoes and other tropical fruits, sip tasty cocktails, watch cooking demos and much more. Learn about planting fruit trees and have the opportunity to purchase some to take home. From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., on the grounds of the Harry S. Truman Little White House, Florida's only presidential museum, 111 Front St., this event includes fresh fruit, a tropical tree sale, local vendors, cocktails and kids’ activities.
  • Jun 21, 2021 - Jun 25, 2021 Islamorada Fishing
  • 58th Annual Gold Cup Tarpon Tournament
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  • This annual challenge appeals to “tarpon addicts,” and both experienced and novice anglers apply to compete in what is referred to locally as the “Wimbledon of tarpon fishing.” Headquartered at the Lorelei Restaurant and Marina, the all-release event is limited to 25 anglers by invitation only. Partial proceeds benefit the Guides Trust Foundation of the Florida Keys.
  • Jun 23, 2021 - Jun 24, 2021 Islamorada Fishing
  • IFC Captains Cup Dolphin Tournament
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  • Teams of up to four anglers compete for top prizes, and the total combined weight of three fish determines the winning team. If up to 25 boats register (the maximum number in field) first-prize cash winnings can reach $25,000.
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  • Jun 25, 2021 - Jun 27, 2021 The Lower Keys Fishing
  • Inaugural Florida Keys PBA Charity Dolphin Tournament
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  • Headquartered at Ocean’s Edge Resort & Marina, Stock Island, this inaugural event is being organized by members of the S. Florida Police Benevolent Assoc. Anglers are invited for a weekend of fishing to support the Autism Society of the Keys and the Love Fund, Inc. Prizes based on number of entrants – 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th place, Top PBA Member, Top Female, Top Junior and Biggest Tuna.
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