Calendar of Events

Current Florida Keys Arts & Culture Events

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  • Dec 6, 2024 - May 18, 2025 Key West Arts & Culture
  • Key West Art & Historical Society: Collecting Key West - The Works of Mario Sanchez
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  • Mario Sanchez (1908-2005), a Key West native, is among this country’s finest and most-recognized folk artists. In hundreds of intricately painted wood carvings created in a lifelong labor of love, Sanchez has provided a better history of Key West in the first part of the 20th century than any annals or academic texts. His bas-relief carvings, or intaglios, are a visual feast filled with the music, smells and passion of Gato’s Village, the Cuban-American community of Key West where Sanchez spent much of his life. In the carvings, each person, chicken, dog and fish has its own singular expression, attitude and identity. The exhibit is on display at the Custom House Museum daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 281 Front St.
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  • Jan 15, 2025 - Apr 16, 2025 Islamorada Arts & Culture
  • History of Diving Museum: Art Exhibit - Fintastic Fish of Florida
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  • The History of Diving Museum's latest featured exhibit, "Dive Into Art: Fintastic Fish of Florida" is on display through April 16. The exhibit features artistic creations from students across the Keys, as well as from the Art Guild of the Purple Isles. These works focus on the diverse fish of the Florida coast, along with sustainable fishing, aquaculture, and conservation.
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  • Mar 5, 2025 - Mar 26, 2025 Key West Arts & Culture
  • Tropic Cinema: Women's Film Festival Every Wednesday in March
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  • March is Women’s History Month and the Key West Chapter of the National Organization for Women is hosting the 5th annual Women's Film Festival with a 6 p.m. screening each Wednesday in March of a film directed by and about women. Features are: March 5, Selma; March 12, Birdy; March 19, La Pointe Courte, March 26, Desperately Seeking Susan
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  • Mar 13, 2025 - Apr 12, 2025 Marathon Arts & Culture
  • Marathon Community Theater: Nunsense
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  • A musical comedy about five nuns from The Little Sisters of Hoboken who put on a talent show to raise money to bury their fellow sisters who died from botulism after eating tainted soup. The show is a spoof that features irreverent comedy and catchy songs. Showtime 8 p.m. 5101 Overseas Hwy.
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  • Mar 18, 2025 Key West Arts & Culture
  • Tennessee Williams Festival: A Trolley Tour Named Desire
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  • Join Tennessee Williams Museum Curator Dennis Beaver onboard Key West's version of a 'streetcar' for a trolley tour of places in Key West associated with the famous playwright. From the comfort of the trolley, your host shares stories of Williams while viewing locations including his Duncan Street house, the Sands Beach Club, Key West High School, the Pier House and more. The tour will begin and end from the Key West Museum of Art & History at the Custom House, 281 Front St. Purchase tickets in advance (this tour typically sells out).
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  • Mar 20, 2025 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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  • Mar 20, 2025 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. This Thursday, enjoy a holiday-flavored edition of the art walk with Keys-inspired fine artists, vendors, residents, and visitors congregating on Morada Way in Islamorada. 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 at 151 Morada Way.
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  • Mar 21, 2025 Key Largo Arts & Culture
  • Key Largo: Comedy for a Cause
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  • Key West comedian Gwen Filosa is back and she's bringing some hilarious friends to keep you laughing all night long at this 21-and-over show. Cocktail hour starts at 6 p.m. featuring Pelican Punch, the Screaming Reefy Espresso Martini and a raffle to raise money for Key Largo area non-profits Positive Beginnings and the Florida Keys Wild Bird Center (cash bar only - no credit cards). The show begins at 7:30 at Murray Nelson Government Center, mile marker 102 bayside.
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  • Mar 22, 2025 - Mar 23, 2025 Key West Arts & Culture
  • Florida Keys Latin Festival
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  • The flavors, rhythms and traditions of Latin America and the Caribbean come alive in the heart of Key West during the Florida Keys Latin Festival - two days of food, music and Latin Culture. Celebrate at Bayview Park, 1320 Truman Ave., Saturday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Enjoy fabulous Cuban and Latin cuisine along with salsa, merengue, bachata and more Latin dancing with some of the top Latin bands and DJs. Tickets available at the door.
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  • Mar 23, 2025 - Apr 27, 2025 Key West Environmental
  • Key West Artisan Market - Sundays through April 27
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  • Shop from local Sundays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Higgs Beach in the parking lot at the Key West Wildlife Center. Local artisans include culinary, textile, jewelry, wood, artists, crafters, curiosities, a Local Author’s Nook, fresh produce and lots of great, fresh food. Each week has a different theme focused on island living and local charities. Go green and bring your own bags. Full bar, great food, live music, pet friendly and fun.
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  • Mar 23, 2025 Key West Arts & Culture
  • Impromptu Classical Concerts: Duo Beaux Arts
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  • International competition winning ensemble Duo Beaux Arts was formed in 2008 by world renowned husband and wife concert pianists and recording artists Catherine Lan and Tao Lin. Known for their adrenalized performances, this dynamic Duo has performed across Europe, the US, and China, to critical and audience acclaim. 4 p.m., St. Paul's, 401 Duval St.
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  • Mar 24, 2025 Key West Arts & Culture
  • Taste of Key West
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  • Restaurants and food vendors from the Lower Keys and Key West show off their culinary talents to create delectable small plates. Foodies stroll and sample edibles and drinkables including Keys seafood plus tropical, Caribbean, European, vegetarian offerings and desserts. Buy tickets based upon what looks best to you. Libations options include wines from across the globe. Connoisseurs can expect to be wowed with vintages from vineyards and wineries. If wine is not up your alley, a vast selection of beers will also be offered. Gates at the Truman Waterfront open at 6 p.m. Admission is free with a variety of food and beverage packages for purchase including VIP options.
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  • Mar 28, 2025 Key West Arts & Culture
  • Key West Theater: Keith Sykes
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  • Keith Sykes has written over 100 songs recorded by top artists, including Coast of Marseilles and Volcano, recorded by Jimmy Buffett. The two met in 1972 in Key West. Sykes joined the Coral Reefer Band for its 1979 tours, including the Volcano Tour. Doors open at 6 p.m.; show at 8 p.m.
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  • Mar 28, 2025 - Mar 29, 2025 Key West Arts & Culture
  • The Studios of Key West: "Vienna, Vienna, Vienna"
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  • The Studios of Key West continues its First Look series with a highly anticipated staged reading of Vienna, Vienna, Vienna, a compelling new play by Carey Perloff, directed by Ron Lagomarsino. This meticulously crafted and professionally produced event features a cast of award-winning performers -- including celebrated actresses Marcia Jean Kurtz, Rebecca Gibel, and Molly Ranson -- bringing Broadway, film, and television credits to the stage. Vienna, Vienna, Vienna is a moving exploration of forgiveness, survivor guilt, and family bonds, brought to life by an extraordinary creative team. Friday, March 28 & Saturday, March 29 at 8pm. Helmerich Theater, 533 Eaton Street, Key West
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  • Mar 29, 2025 Key West Arts & Culture
  • Williams Hall: Jazz, Cabaret & Cocktails with Darcy Cooke
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  • Darcy Cooke presents an intimate evening with a musical cocktail of 2 parts jazz favorites from the Great American Songbook and 1 part well-loved cabaret tunes. Called a “swinging jazz singer…displaying versatility and a beautiful voice” by jazz journalist, Scott Yanow, Darcy’s “warm and inviting voice” exudes a depth of emotion that draws in and thrills her audiences. With a love of jazz and a background in theater, Darcy is a master of song interpretation and an engaging storyteller who effortlessly guides and charms audiences through an evening of pure entertainment. Doors at 7:15, show at 8pm. Add the option of a chef's table dinner at 6pm prior to the concert when you purchase tickets. 729 Fleming Street, Key West.
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  • Mar 30, 2025 Key West Arts & Culture
  • Schooner Wharf Bar: Wrecker's Cup Race
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  • Set your sails for the 40th annual Wrecker's Cup Race series. Sailing vessels of all sizes are welcome to join the regatta. A captain's meeting is to be held Sat. night, March 29, with the race beginning Sunday, March 30 at 1 p.m. An awards ceremony is to follow Sunday evening at 7 p.m. Spectators can view the action on a big screen at the bar, located at 202 William St.
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