Calendar of Events

Current Florida Keys Arts & Culture Events

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  • Feb 23, 2024 - Apr 28, 2024 Key West Arts & Culture
  • Key West Art & Historical Society: Shadow & Light Art Exhibit
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  • The juried exhibit, "Shadow & Light" celebrates the work of over 50 Keys artists who contributed works in a variety of mediums that capture the natural light of the Florida Keys. These visual expressions evoke contemplation, wonder and introspection. The exhibition runs through April 28 in the Bryan Gallery at the Custom House Museum, 281 Front Street.
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  • Mar 15, 2024 - Sep 13, 2024 Key West Arts & Culture
  • Key West Art & Historical Society: Flora & Fauna - Early Naturalists in Florida
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  • Enjoy the “Flora & Fauna: Early Naturalists in Florida” exhibit through September 13 at Key West Museum of Art & History's Custom House, Museum, 281 Front Street. The exhibit includes short biographies of the principal naturalists working in the Florida Territory in the early nineteenth century alongside representations of their Florida-inspired works. Their observation of plants and animals was an art as well as a science.
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  • Apr 18, 2024 - Apr 28, 2024 Key Largo Arts & Culture
  • Key Players: Escape to Margaritaville
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  • Jimmy Buffett’s "Escape to Margaritaville" is a musical comedy featuring the most-loved Jimmy Buffett classics, including “Cheeseburger in Paradise”, “Margaritaville,” “It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere,” “Fins,” “Volcano,” and many more. This hilarious, heartwarming musical is the party you’ve been waiting for. Shows dates are April 18, 19 and 20; and 25, 26, and 27 at 7 p.m., with a 2 p.m. Sunday matinee April 28. Performances at Murray Nelson Government Center, MM 102 bayside.
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  • Apr 18, 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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  • Apr 18, 2024 Key West Arts & Culture
  • Key West Theater: Rock 'n Roll Burlesque Show
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  • Key West Burlesque presents the Rock 'n Roll Bulesque Show, an immersive night of rock music and mesmerizing performances. The show features rock and roll hits of the 1960s, 70s, 80s and 90s played by the Mark King Band. Doors open at 7 p.m; show at 8 p.m. Tickets available online and at the box office at 512 Eaton St.
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  • Apr 19, 2024 Marathon Arts & Culture
  • Marathon Community Theater: Dramatic Wine Tasting
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  • This wine tasting is not so much for serious wine drinkers, but more for fun-loving wine drinkers. Participate in a blind taste test of red wines to determine which wine is your favorite, and try to identify what type of wine it is. $10 cash entry fee includes four sample wine pours and light snacks. There will also be a cash bar. 6 to 7 p.m. 5101 Overseas Highway.
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  • Apr 19, 2024 - Apr 28, 2024 Key West Arts & Culture
  • 42nd Annual Conch Republic Days
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  • Fans and friends of the Florida Keys’ Conch Republic can celebrate the irreverent "nation's" 42nd birthday with activities including a tall ship pirate adventure, traditional shrimp boil, sunset boat parade, tour of the USCGC Ingham floating maritime museum, reenactment of the Great Sea Battle of the Conch Republic, the World's Longest Parade, Drag Races on Duval Street and more. The annual Conch Republic Independence Celebration commemorates the Keys’ symbolic 1982 secession from the United States and reinvention as the eccentric republic.
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  • Apr 20, 2024 Marathon Arts & Culture
  • Marathon Community Theater: Story Slam
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  • Embrace the art of storytelling at the theater's Story Slam effects Saturday at 6 p.m. Enjoy the show or join as a participating storyteller. Storytellers are asked to tell a story in line with the theme, "The Best of Times, the Worst of Times." Everyone will vote on the best stories. $10 at the door. 6 p.m. at 5101 Overseas Highway.
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  • Apr 22, 2024 The Lower Keys Arts & Culture
  • Conch Republic Independence Celebration: K-9 Muster Party
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  • Calling all Canines – We want You! The Conch Republic Military’s K-9 Unit joins forces with the Florida Keys SPCA for the annual Reenlistment and Recruitment Muster, where one of the K-9 Corps members will win the "‘Best in Show" Prize for their combat gear. Each canine’s $25 annual K-9 Corps membership fee includes the muster, doggie bags with goodies, small nibbles for pups, and Yappy Hour prices for their handlers, and is required to participate in the Thursday Conch Republic Longest Parade K-9 Corp Crew. Costume judging at 6pm. The festivities take place at Bad Boy Taqueria at the Perry Hotel, 7011 Shrimp Rd., Stock Island.
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  • Apr 23, 2024 - Apr 24, 2024 Key West Arts & Culture
  • Studios of Key West: Abbie Gardner in Concert
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  • Abbie Gardner is a fiery dobro player with an infectious smile. Whether performing solo or with Americana group Red Molly, her acclaimed tales of love and loss, both gritty and sweet, are propelled by her impeccable slide guitar playing. Her live show is truly unique—as an award-winning songwriter, captivating vocalist, and a world-class lap style dobro player, she has an unmistakable sound all her own. Wednesday night's show starts at 8 p.m. on the roof at Hugh's View; Thursday night's show is 7 p.m. in Helmerich Theater. 533 Eaton St.
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  • Apr 24, 2024 - May 11, 2024 Key West Arts & Culture
  • Waterfront Playhouse: Lost in Yonkers
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  • Neil Simon's story, set in 1942 Brooklyn, of two brothers, Jay and Arty, who must learn to live with their stern Grandma, their Aunt Bella, and their Uncle Louie, a henchman for some gangsters. Showtimes at 8 p.m. with a Saturday 2 p.m. matinee on May 4. Tickets $40 to $85. 407 Wall Street at Mallory Square.
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  • Apr 25, 2024 Key West LGBTQ
  • Tennessee Williams Theatre: Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo
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  • The world-renowned, all-male Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo visits Key West to present a brilliant combination of skillful ballet movements and hilarious parodies of classic ballets such as Swan Lake. Founded in New York in 1974, the company, affectionately known as the Trocks, began by performing late-night in Broadway lofts to small audiences who appreciated the ensemble’s iconoclastic humour. In the 50 years since, the company has grown to appeal to an ever-growing audience who flock to theatres around the world each season to see these "prima ballerinas" perform. Tickets $35 to $135. Show at 8 p.m. 5901 College Rd.
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  • Apr 27, 2024 Key Largo Arts & Culture
  • REEF Arts & Science Festival
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  • Dive into creativity at this family-friendly event featuring local artists and environmental organizations. The event aims to engage participants and show how the arts can connect everyone to science and conservation. Enjoy interactive displays, educational games and hands-on art activities. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the REEF campus in the median at 98300 Overseas Highway.
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  • Apr 27, 2024 Islamorada Arts & Culture
  • Pops in the Park: Sci-Fi Serenade
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  • The free Florida Keys Community Concert Band performance on Sat. April 27 is themed: "Sci-Fi Serenade." The program includes selections from “Music of the Spheres” along with space movie music. Come dressed to impress in your sci-fi best for an out-of-this-world costume contest. Bring chairs and blankets for seating.
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  • Apr 28, 2024 - Jul 31, 2024 Key West Arts & Culture
  • Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden: Art in the Garden
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  • Emphasizing harmony with nature, the return of Art in the Garden showcases local art and sculptures with artistic expressions. Artworks are earth-friendly in the selection of materials and themes and include recycled, repurposed, and natural material. Meander over garden boardwalks and down pathways through dappled shade, colorful blossoms and winged creatures to spot many beautiful works of art. View daily through July 31. 5210 College Rd.
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  • Apr 28, 2024 Key West Arts & Culture
  • Coffee Butler Amphitheater: The Price is Right Live
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  • Come on down! The Price is Right Live comes to Key West's Coffee Butler Amphitheater April 28. Ticket holders will have the chance to register to be a contestant and play to win valuable prizes. If you're a fan of The Price is Right on TV, you're going to love this exciting, live (non-televised) version of the show.
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  • Apr 28, 2024 Key West Arts & Culture
  • Coffee Butler Amphitheater: The Price is Right Live
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  • The Price Is Right Live is the hit interactive stage show that gives eligible individuals the chance to hear their names called and "Come On Down" to win. Prizes may include appliances, vacations and possibly a new car! Play classic games just like on television's longest running and most popular gameshow...from Plinko to Cliffhangers to The Big Wheel and even the fabulous Showcase. Playing to near sold-out audiences for more than 20 years, the Price Is Right Live has entertained millions of guests and given away more than 15 million dollars in cash and prizes. Tickets start at $60. Showtime 8 p.m. 21 Quay Rd.
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